Waterfall Hikes Near Lowell, OR

1,211 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
50 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lowell? There are 50 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lowell. 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 43.9208°N, -122.7819°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lowell

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

47 of 50 gauged

3 of 47 waterfalls near Lowell are flowing strongly today

Alsea Falls Barely Flowing Beaver Creek Falls Barely Flowing Sweet Creek Falls Barely Flowing Campbell Falls Barely Flowing South Umpqua Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Painter Falls Barely Flowing Chichester Falls Barely Flowing Clover Falls Barely Flowing Emile Falls Barely Flowing Grotto Falls Barely Flowing Hemlock Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Yakso Falls Barely Flowing Steamboat Falls Barely Flowing Deer Lick Falls Barely Flowing Grouse Mountain Falls Moderate Lower Parker Falls Moderate Salmon Falls Moderate Salt Creek Falls Moderate Upper Parker Falls Moderate Smith Falls Moderate Honey Creek Falls Low Indian Hole Falls Low Linton Falls Strong Proxy Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Lower Kentucky Falls Barely Flowing North Fork Falls Barely Flowing Upper Kentucky Falls Barely Flowing The Horn Barely Flowing Lower Soda Falls Barely Flowing Moose Creek Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Upper Soda Falls Barely Flowing Shadow Falls Barely Flowing Wolf Creek Falls Barely Flowing Susan Creek Falls Barely Flowing Siuslaw Falls Barely Flowing Wildwood Falls Barely Flowing Watson Falls Barely Flowing Toketee Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 18 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Mon 83°F Sunny
Tue 83°F Sunny
Wed 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 81°F Sunny
Fri 84°F Sunny
Sat 84°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 84°F Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Lowell

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Linton Falls Strong · 621 cfs 80th percentile
  2. 2 Proxy Falls Strong · 621 cfs 80th percentile
  3. 3 Rainbow Falls Strong · 621 cfs 80th percentile
  4. 4 Lower Parker Falls Moderate · 562 cfs 39th percentile
  5. 5 Grouse Mountain Falls Moderate · 562 cfs 39th percentile
  6. 6 Salmon Falls Moderate · 562 cfs 39th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lowell (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.

Moonfalls waterfall

Moonfalls

1.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft

Pinard Falls

2.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lowell (43 waterfalls)

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

Wildwood Falls waterfall

Wildwood Falls

12.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spirit Falls waterfall

Spirit Falls

30.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Lower Trestle Creek Falls waterfall CC

Lower Trestle Creek Falls

37.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.4 miles 600 ft

All 50 Waterfalls Near Lowell

Wildwood Falls waterfall

Wildwood Falls

12.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Chichester Falls

14.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spirit Falls waterfall

Spirit Falls

30.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Moonfalls waterfall

Moonfalls

1.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft

Pinard Falls

2.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Lower Trestle Creek Falls waterfall CC

Lower Trestle Creek Falls

37.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.4 miles 600 ft
Upper Trestle Creek Falls waterfall

Upper Trestle Creek Falls

4.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.5 miles 800 ft
Smith Falls waterfall

Smith Falls

5.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Parker Falls

2.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.2 miles 300 ft

Upper Parker Falls

21.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Grouse Mountain Falls

25.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

26.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

26.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Siuslaw Falls waterfall

Siuslaw Falls

39.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

30.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Steamboat Falls waterfall

Steamboat Falls

32.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Susan Creek Falls waterfall

Susan Creek Falls

33.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Grotto Falls waterfall

Grotto Falls

28.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Emile Falls

6.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 400 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

37.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lowell

Are there free waterfalls near Lowell?

There are 33 free waterfalls near Lowell, including Campbell Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lowell?

There are 18 easy waterfall hikes near Lowell, including Alsea Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lowell?

There are 43 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lowell, including Alsea Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lowell?

There are 43 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lowell, including Alsea Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lowell?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Lowell, including Alsea Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lowell?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lowell is Alsea Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lowell?

The tallest waterfall near Lowell is Salt Creek Falls at 286 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Lowell require permits?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Lowell require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lowell?

Yes, 50 waterfalls near Lowell have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lowell?

The closest waterfall to Lowell is Wildwood Falls, approximately 12.4 miles away.

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