Waterfall Hikes Near Madras, OR

7,494 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Madras splits its waterfall trips between two rivers. Down in the Deschutes canyon, Steelhead Falls makes a two mile round trip through sage and rimrock to a spot where you can swim and the dog can wade. Northeast near Tygh Valley, White River Falls plunges 90 feet past the old powerhouse ruins, 0.8 miles into the canyon and 200 feet of climbing back out. Celestial Falls stands 45 feet at the end of a half mile walk. Twenty-one falls show in range, loudest during spring snowmelt.

Located at 44.6483°N, -121.1390°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Madras

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

21 waterfalls near Madras have live flow data today

Awbrey Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Cline Falls Moderate Odin Falls Moderate Steelhead Falls Moderate Benham Falls Low Dillon Falls Low Lava Island Falls Low Upper Falls Deschutes River Low Tumalo Falls Low Celestial Falls Moderate White River Falls Moderate Chush Falls Moderate Upper Chush Falls Moderate Cushing Falls Moderate Gatch Falls Barely Flowing Gooch Falls Barely Flowing Marion Falls Barely Flowing Wizard Falls Barely Flowing The Dalles (historical) Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 90°F

Thu 99°F Areas Of Smoke
Fri 97°F Sunny
Sat 93°F Sunny
Sun 90°F Sunny Best
Mon 88°F Sunny
Tue 88°F Sunny
Wed 86°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Madras

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 White River Falls Moderate · 83 cfs 69th percentile
  2. 2 Celestial Falls Moderate · 83 cfs 69th percentile
  3. 3 Steelhead Falls Moderate · 112 cfs 49th percentile
  4. 4 Odin Falls Moderate · 112 cfs 49th percentile
  5. 5 Cline Falls Moderate · 112 cfs 49th percentile
  6. 6 Big Falls Moderate · 112 cfs 49th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Madras (8 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.

Steelhead Falls waterfall

Steelhead Falls

24 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Odin Falls waterfall

Odin Falls

20.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Cline Falls waterfall

Cline Falls

18.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Madras (16 waterfalls)

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

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

31.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wizard Falls waterfall

Wizard Falls

27.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Madras

Steelhead Falls waterfall

Steelhead Falls

24 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

31.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Odin Falls waterfall

Odin Falls

20.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Cline Falls waterfall

Cline Falls

18.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Wizard Falls waterfall

Wizard Falls

27.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Awbrey Falls waterfall

Awbrey Falls

22.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
White River Falls waterfall

White River Falls

21.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
0.8 miles 200 ft
Celestial Falls waterfall

Celestial Falls

21.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sherars Falls waterfall

Sherars Falls

23.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Gatch Falls

15.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Marion Falls waterfall

Marion Falls

15.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft
Gooch Falls waterfall

Gooch Falls

41.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lava Island Falls waterfall

Lava Island Falls

1.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Upper Falls Deschutes River waterfall

Upper Falls Deschutes River

2.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Dillon Falls waterfall

Dillon Falls

3.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Benham Falls waterfall

Benham Falls

37.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Chush Falls

19.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Upper Chush Falls

19.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
5.5 miles 700 ft
Cushing Falls waterfall

Cushing Falls

9.4 miles away
Oregon
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
The Dalles (historical) waterfall

The Dalles (historical)

22 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Madras

Are there free waterfalls near Madras?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Madras, including Benham Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Madras?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Madras, including Cline Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Madras?

There are 16 dog-friendly waterfalls near Madras, including Benham Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Madras?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Madras, including Benham Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Madras?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Madras, including Cline Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Madras?

The shortest waterfall hike near Madras is Awbrey Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Madras?

The tallest waterfall near Madras is Tumalo Falls at 97 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Madras require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Madras?

Yes, 21 waterfalls near Madras have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Madras?

The closest waterfall to Madras is Steelhead Falls, approximately 17.7 miles away.

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