Waterfall Hikes Near La Grande, OR

13,097 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near La Grande? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of La Grande. 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 45.3242°N, -118.0865°W

Map of Waterfalls Near La Grande

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

4 of 7 waterfalls near La Grande are flowing strongly today

Copper Creek Falls Roaring Hunter Falls Roaring Minam Falls Roaring Wallowa Falls Roaring Lookingglass Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Little Minam River Barely Flowing tíkem Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 76°F

Aft 89°F Sunny
Thu 84°F Mostly Cloudy
Fri 70°F Rain Showers
Sat 63°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 66°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 73°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Tue 76°F Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near La Grande

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 Hunter Falls Roaring · 35 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Minam Falls Roaring · 35 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Wallowa Falls Roaring · 35 cfs 96th percentile
  5. 5 Lookingglass Falls Barely Flowing · 349 cfs 7th percentile
  6. 6 Lower Falls Little Minam River Barely Flowing · 349 cfs 7th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near La Grande (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 La Grande (4 waterfalls)

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

Lower Falls Little Minam River waterfall

Lower Falls Little Minam River

45.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Minam Falls

40.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Copper Creek Falls

22.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near La Grande

Lower Falls Little Minam River waterfall

Lower Falls Little Minam River

45.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Minam Falls

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

Hunter Falls

34.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Lookingglass Falls

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

Wallowa Falls

23.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Copper Creek Falls

22.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
tíkem Falls waterfall

tíkem Falls

36.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near La Grande

Are there free waterfalls near La Grande?

There is 1 free waterfall near La Grande, including Lower Falls Little Minam River.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near La Grande?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in La Grande?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near La Grande, including Copper Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near La Grande?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near La Grande, including Copper Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near La Grande?

The shortest waterfall hike near La Grande is Copper Creek Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near La Grande require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near La Grande requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around La Grande?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near La Grande have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to La Grande?

The closest waterfall to La Grande is Lower Falls Little Minam River, approximately 19.3 miles away.

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