Waterfall Hikes Near Joseph, OR

1,048 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Joseph? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Joseph. 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 45.3525°N, -117.2304°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Joseph

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

6 of 12 waterfalls near Joseph are flowing strongly today

Bear Creek Falls Barely Flowing Wildhorse Falls Barely Flowing Copper Creek Falls Roaring East Fork Falls Roaring Hunter Falls Roaring Imnaha Falls Roaring Minam Falls Roaring Wallowa Falls Roaring Hazard Falls Barely Flowing Lookingglass Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Little Minam River Barely Flowing tíkem Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 30 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Partly Sunny · 77°F

Aft 82°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 77°F Partly Sunny Best
Fri 63°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 56°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 56°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 64°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 69°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Joseph

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Copper Creek Falls Roaring · 35 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 East Fork Falls Roaring · 35 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Hunter Falls Roaring · 35 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Imnaha Falls Roaring · 35 cfs 96th percentile
  5. 5 Minam Falls Roaring · 35 cfs 96th percentile
  6. 6 Wallowa Falls Roaring · 35 cfs 96th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Joseph (1 waterfall)

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.

Wallowa Falls waterfall

Wallowa Falls

23.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Joseph (9 waterfalls)

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

Minam Falls

40.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Imnaha Falls waterfall

Imnaha Falls

39 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
East Fork Falls waterfall

East Fork Falls

46.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls Little Minam River waterfall

Lower Falls Little Minam River

45.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Joseph

Wallowa Falls waterfall

Wallowa Falls

23.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Hunter Falls waterfall

Hunter Falls

34.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Minam Falls

40.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Imnaha Falls waterfall

Imnaha Falls

39 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
East Fork Falls waterfall

East Fork Falls

46.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls Little Minam River waterfall

Lower Falls Little Minam River

45.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Copper Creek Falls

22.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Creek Falls waterfall

Bear Creek Falls

22.3 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Wildhorse Falls waterfall

Wildhorse Falls

11.3 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
tíkem Falls waterfall

tíkem Falls

36.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lookingglass Falls

36.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hazard Falls waterfall

Hazard Falls

48.5 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Joseph

Are there free waterfalls near Joseph?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Joseph, including Bear Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Joseph?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Joseph, including Wallowa Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Joseph?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Joseph, including Bear Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Joseph?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Joseph, including Bear Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Joseph?

The shortest waterfall hike near Joseph is Bear Creek Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Joseph require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Joseph require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Joseph?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Joseph have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Joseph?

The closest waterfall to Joseph is Wallowa Falls, approximately 4.7 miles away.

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