Waterfall Hikes Near John Day, OR

1,561 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near John Day? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of John Day. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 44.4181°N, -118.9563°W

Map of Waterfalls Near John Day

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 5 gauged

4 waterfalls near John Day have live flow data today

Meadow Brooks Falls Barely Flowing Thompson Falls Barely Flowing Strawberry Falls Barely Flowing Slide Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Fri 71°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 62°F Rain Showers Likely
Sun 63°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 74°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 77°F Sunny
Thu 80°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near John Day

Updated about 1 hour ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Meadow Brooks Falls Barely Flowing · 20 cfs 9th percentile
  2. 2 Thompson Falls Barely Flowing · 20 cfs 9th percentile
  3. 3 Strawberry Falls Barely Flowing · 31 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Slide Falls Barely Flowing · 31 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near John Day (2 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Strawberry Falls waterfall

Strawberry Falls

42.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.5 miles 400 ft
Thompson Falls waterfall

Thompson Falls

32.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around John Day (4 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Meadow Brooks Falls

42.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Fork Falls waterfall

South Fork Falls

49.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near John Day

Strawberry Falls waterfall

Strawberry Falls

42.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.5 miles 400 ft
Slide Falls waterfall

Slide Falls

41.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Meadow Brooks Falls

42.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Fork Falls waterfall

South Fork Falls

49.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Thompson Falls waterfall

Thompson Falls

32.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near John Day

Are there free waterfalls near John Day?

There are 2 free waterfalls near John Day, including Meadow Brooks Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near John Day?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near John Day, including Strawberry Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in John Day?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near John Day, including Meadow Brooks Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near John Day?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near John Day, including Meadow Brooks Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near John Day?

The shortest waterfall hike near John Day is Meadow Brooks Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around John Day?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near John Day have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to John Day?

The closest waterfall to John Day is Strawberry Falls, approximately 17.1 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near John Day, Oregon

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