Waterfall Hikes Near McMinnville, OR

34,432 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
47 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near McMinnville? There are 47 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of McMinnville. 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 45.2110°N, -123.1918°W

Map of Waterfalls Near McMinnville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

46 of 47 gauged

2 of 46 waterfalls near McMinnville are flowing strongly today

Ayers Creek Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Stout Creek Falls Moderate Stasel Falls Moderate Beaver Falls Moderate Berry Creek Falls Barely Flowing Bonnie Falls Moderate Jackson Falls Moderate Chitwood Falls Low Gunaldo Falls Low 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 Haines Falls Strong Lee Falls Strong Kilchis Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Nehalem Falls Barely Flowing Little Lee Falls Barely Flowing Munson Creek Falls Barely Flowing Nenamusa Falls Moderate Wilson Falls Moderate Willamette Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 85°F

Aft 79°F Partly Sunny
Thu 86°F Sunny then Areas Of Smoke
Fri 85°F Sunny
Sat 85°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 86°F Partly Sunny
Mon 86°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Tue 83°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near McMinnville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lee Falls Strong · 230 cfs 75th percentile
  2. 2 Haines Falls Strong · 230 cfs 75th percentile
  3. 3 Wilson Falls Moderate · 91 cfs 66th percentile
  4. 4 Nenamusa Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 46th percentile
  5. 5 Winter Falls Moderate · 937 cfs 39th percentile
  6. 6 Shellburg Falls Moderate · 937 cfs 39th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near McMinnville (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.

Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

33.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft

All 47 Waterfalls Near McMinnville

South Falls waterfall

South Falls

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

Drake Falls

32.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Middle North Falls waterfall

Middle North Falls

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

Winter Falls

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

Twin Falls

28.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.5 miles 700 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

35.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Bonnie Falls waterfall

Bonnie Falls

35.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Valsetz Falls waterfall

Valsetz Falls

25.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
North Falls waterfall

North Falls

27.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Abiqua Falls waterfall

Abiqua Falls

21.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Upper North Falls waterfall

Upper North Falls

27.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chitwood Falls waterfall

Chitwood Falls

24.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Butte Creek Falls waterfall

Butte Creek Falls

24.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

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

Middle Falls

25.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.5 miles 200 ft
Shellburg Falls waterfall

Shellburg Falls

30.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 400 ft
Lower Shellburg Falls waterfall

Lower Shellburg Falls

47.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 500 ft
Stasel Falls waterfall

Stasel Falls

30.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

Ayers Creek Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

31 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 610 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near McMinnville

Are there free waterfalls near McMinnville?

There are 18 free waterfalls near McMinnville, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near McMinnville?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near McMinnville, including Butte Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in McMinnville?

There are 30 dog-friendly waterfalls near McMinnville, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near McMinnville?

There are 31 kid-friendly waterfalls near McMinnville, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near McMinnville?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near McMinnville, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near McMinnville?

The shortest waterfall hike near McMinnville is Abiqua Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near McMinnville?

The tallest waterfall near McMinnville is Munson Creek Falls at 319 feet.

Do any waterfalls near McMinnville require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around McMinnville?

Yes, 42 waterfalls near McMinnville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to McMinnville?

The closest waterfall to McMinnville is Baker Creek Falls, approximately 8.9 miles away.

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