Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Oswego, OR

40,457 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
85 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake Oswego? There are 85 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake Oswego. 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 45.4129°N, -122.7004°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Oswego

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

83 of 85 gauged

1 of 83 waterfalls near Lake Oswego is flowing strongly today

Ayers Creek Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Stout Creek Falls Barely Flowing Stasel Falls Barely Flowing Bonnie Falls Barely Flowing Jackson Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Coopey Falls Barely Flowing Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Mist Falls Barely Flowing Multnomah Falls Barely Flowing Oneonta Falls Barely Flowing Wiesendanger Falls Barely Flowing Wahkeena Falls Barely Flowing Double Falls Moderate Drake Falls Moderate Drift Creek Falls Moderate Lower North Falls Moderate Lower Shellburg Falls Moderate Lower South Falls Moderate Middle North Falls Moderate North Falls Moderate Shellburg Falls Moderate Winter Falls Moderate Upper North Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate South Falls Moderate Eagle Creek Upper Falls Low Middle Falls Low The Falls Low Elowah Falls Barely Flowing Metlako Falls Barely Flowing Moffett Falls Barely Flowing Punch Bowl Falls Barely Flowing Wahe Falls Barely Flowing Wahclella Falls Barely Flowing Tanner Creek Falls Barely Flowing Final Falls Barely Flowing Frustration Falls Barely Flowing Hideaway Falls Barely Flowing Little Niagara Falls Barely Flowing Vanishing Falls Barely Flowing Stein Falls Barely Flowing Split Falls Barely Flowing Haines Falls Low Lee Falls Low Hardy Falls Barely Flowing Rodney Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Moderate Lucia Falls Moderate Moulton Falls Moderate Salmon Falls Moderate Kalama Falls Barely Flowing Washboard Falls Barely Flowing Kilchis Falls Barely Flowing Latourell Falls Barely Flowing Upper Latourell Falls Barely Flowing Little Lee Falls Strong Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Sahale Falls Barely Flowing Wallalute Falls Barely Flowing Umbrella Falls Barely Flowing Tunnel Falls Barely Flowing Tamanawas Falls Barely Flowing Switchback Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate Marietta Falls Moderate Munson Creek Falls Barely Flowing Pegleg Falls Barely Flowing Ramona Falls Barely Flowing Yocum Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Moderate Sullivan Creek Falls Moderate Wilson Falls Barely Flowing Willamette Falls Moderate University Falls Low

Updated 36 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Tue 84°F Sunny
Wed 79°F Partly Sunny
Thu 83°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 85°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 86°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 85°F Partly Sunny
Mon 82°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Lake Oswego

Updated 36 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Little Lee Falls Strong · 3 cfs 78th percentile
  2. 2 Middle Falls Moderate · 668 cfs 66th percentile
  3. 3 The Falls Moderate · 668 cfs 66th percentile
  4. 4 Eagle Creek Upper Falls Moderate · 668 cfs 66th percentile
  5. 5 Bridal Veil Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 60th percentile
  6. 6 Salmon Falls Moderate · 1020 cfs 51st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Oswego (18 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.

Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

31 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

11.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lake Oswego (65 waterfalls)

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

Drift Creek Falls waterfall

Drift Creek Falls

21.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft

All 85 Waterfalls Near Lake Oswego

Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

31 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

30.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

10.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

11.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.5 miles 200 ft
Drift Creek Falls waterfall

Drift Creek Falls

21.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft

Little Lee Falls

41.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Latourell Falls waterfall

Upper Latourell Falls

29.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft
Latourell Falls waterfall

Latourell Falls

29.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

20.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft
Lower South Falls waterfall

Lower South Falls

24 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.9 miles 200 ft
Lower North Falls waterfall

Lower North Falls

24.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
South Falls waterfall

South Falls

39.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft
Drake Falls waterfall

Drake Falls

24.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Eagle Creek Upper Falls waterfall

Eagle Creek Upper Falls

17.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft
Middle North Falls waterfall

Middle North Falls

24.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 200 ft
Winter Falls waterfall

Winter Falls

24.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

25 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.5 miles 700 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

25.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

26.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Oswego

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Oswego?

There are 39 free waterfalls near Lake Oswego, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Oswego?

There are 18 easy waterfall hikes near Lake Oswego, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Oswego?

There are 65 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake Oswego, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Oswego?

There are 65 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Oswego, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lake Oswego?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Lake Oswego, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake Oswego?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lake Oswego is Abiqua Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lake Oswego?

The tallest waterfall near Lake Oswego is Multnomah Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Lake Oswego require permits?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Lake Oswego require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake Oswego?

Yes, 80 waterfalls near Lake Oswego have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake Oswego?

The closest waterfall to Lake Oswego is Willamette Falls, approximately 6.3 miles away.

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Hot springs near Lake Oswego, Oregon

Moffetts (Bonneville) Hot Springs

Moffetts (Bonneville) Hot Springs

43.2 mi 97°F

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Mount Hood Fumaroles

Mount Hood Fumaroles

44.5 mi 194°F

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Bagby Hot Springs

Bagby Hot Springs

45.6 mi 136°F

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Swim Warm Springs

Swim Warm Springs

46.8 mi 79°F

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Rock Creek Hot Springs

47.9 mi

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Austin Hot Springs

Austin Hot Springs

48.4 mi 186°F

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