Waterfall Hikes Near Lexington, OR

140 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lexington? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lexington. 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 45.4462°N, -119.6879°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lexington

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 6 gauged

4 waterfalls near Lexington have live flow data today

Thompson Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 85°F

Tue 89°F Patchy Smoke
Wed 85°F Patchy Smoke then Sunny
Thu 85°F Sunny Best
Fri 87°F Sunny
Sat 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 86°F Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Lexington

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Thompson Falls Barely Flowing · 8 cfs 4th percentile
  2. 2 Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing · 27 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Wolf Hollow Falls Barely Flowing · 27 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Tumwater Falls Barely Flowing · 27 cfs 0th percentile

Know when to go.

Get a free email alert when waterfalls near Lexington hit peak flow. We only send when conditions are worth the trip — no weekly newsletters, no spam.

Find waterfalls to hike near Lexington

Have your own travel site? Embed these waterfalls for free.

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lexington (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.

Thompson Falls waterfall

Thompson Falls

39.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lexington (2 waterfalls)

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

Tumwater Falls waterfall

Tumwater Falls

34 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Lexington

Glutton Falls

34.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buck Falls waterfall

Buck Falls

Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wolf Hollow Falls

11.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

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

Thompson Falls

39.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Tumwater Falls waterfall

Tumwater Falls

34 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lexington

Are there free waterfalls near Lexington?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Lexington, including Thompson Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lexington?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Lexington, including Thompson Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lexington?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lexington, including Thompson Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lexington?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lexington, including Thompson Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lexington?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lexington is Buck Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lexington?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Lexington have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lexington?

The closest waterfall to Lexington is Glutton Falls, approximately 15.2 miles away.

🏙️ Other Cities Near Lexington With Waterfalls

Hermiston, OR
19,267 residents
Pendleton, OR
17,005 residents
Grandview, WA
10,922 residents
West Richland, WA
16,547 residents
Sunnyside, WA
16,329 residents
Richland, WA
60,867 residents
Kennewick, WA
259,995 residents
Pasco, WA
77,274 residents
The Dalles, OR
15,988 residents
La Grande, OR
13,097 residents
Walla Walla, WA
33,842 residents
Yakima, WA
132,354 residents

Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Lexington, Oregon

Well Spring

9.7 mi 80°F

Well Spring flows at 80°F at 849 feet in Morrow County near Boardman, creating a 24.7-degree differential above ambient tempera...

Ritter Hot Springs

50.2 mi 106°F

Ritter Hot Springs flows at 106°F in Grant County, Oregon, emerging at 2,710 feet elevation just 112 meters from Ritter Hot Spu...

Hidaway Springs

55.7 mi 100°F

Hidaway Springs flows at 100°F from terrain 78 meters from Hidaway Springs Road in Umatilla County's Blue Mountains near Pilot ...
Lehman Springs

Lehman Springs

58.0 mi 142°F

Lehman Springs emerges at 142°F near Pilot Rock in Umatilla County, requiring a 151-meter walk from Lehman Springs Road. Docume...

Warm Springs Canyon Warm Spring

67.0 mi 72°F

Warm Springs Canyon Warm Spring flows at 72 degrees Fahrenheit in the semi-arid Columbia Basin near Finley in Benton County, wi...

Looking for a soak after your hike? Explore more hot springs near Lexington, Oregon on SoakingSprings.

Explore Oregon springs

Where to Stay

Hotels & Lodges Booking.com

Find hotels, lodges, and B&Bs near the trailhead
Cabins & Rentals VRBO

Browse vacation cabins and private rentals nearby
Glamping Hipcamp

Unique outdoor stays — tents, yurts, and treehouses
RV Rentals Outdoorsy

Rent a campervan or RV for your waterfall road trip

Some links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

← → walk · Esc to stop