Waterfall Hikes Near Merlin, OR

1,814 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Merlin? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Merlin. 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 42.5204°N, -123.4252°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Merlin

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 20 gauged

1 of 20 waterfalls near Merlin is flowing strongly today

Butte Falls Barely Flowing Cavitt Falls Barely Flowing Coquille River Falls Moderate Stair Creek Falls Moderate Dillon Falls Moderate Ti'lomikh Falls Moderate Elk Creek Falls Barely Flowing Grave Creek Falls Barely Flowing Kelsey Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Lower Black Bar Falls Barely Flowing Rainie Falls Barely Flowing Upper Black Bar Falls Barely Flowing Little Illinois River Falls Barely Flowing Loretta Falls Barely Flowing Wilderness Falls Barely Flowing Lost Creek Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Taylor Creek Falls Roaring

Updated 19 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 89°F

Mon 92°F Sunny
Tue 91°F Sunny
Wed 87°F Sunny
Thu 89°F Sunny Best
Fri 93°F Sunny
Sat 94°F Sunny
Sun 93°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Merlin

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Taylor Creek Falls Roaring · 73 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Dillon Falls Moderate · 1400 cfs 72nd percentile
  3. 3 Ti'lomikh Falls Moderate · 1400 cfs 72nd percentile
  4. 4 Stair Creek Falls Moderate · 1470 cfs 59th percentile
  5. 5 Coquille River Falls Moderate · 1470 cfs 59th percentile
  6. 6 Butte Falls Barely Flowing · 25 cfs 5th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Merlin (4 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.

Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

45.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Merlin (13 waterfalls)

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

Taylor Creek Falls waterfall

Taylor Creek Falls

23.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Grave Creek Falls waterfall

Grave Creek Falls

34.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainie Falls waterfall

Rainie Falls

25 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.6 miles 300 ft
Upper Black Bar Falls waterfall

Upper Black Bar Falls

41.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Merlin

Taylor Creek Falls waterfall

Taylor Creek Falls

23.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Grave Creek Falls waterfall

Grave Creek Falls

34.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainie Falls waterfall

Rainie Falls

25 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.6 miles 300 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

45.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Upper Black Bar Falls waterfall

Upper Black Bar Falls

41.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lower Black Bar Falls waterfall

Lower Black Bar Falls

41.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ti'lomikh Falls waterfall

Ti'lomikh Falls

46.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dillon Falls waterfall

Dillon Falls

47.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kelsey Falls (historical)

42 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Illinois River Falls waterfall

Little Illinois River Falls

39.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stair Creek Falls waterfall

Stair Creek Falls

36.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Loretta Falls

11 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cavitt Falls waterfall

Cavitt Falls

14 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Coquille River Falls waterfall

Coquille River Falls

42.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Butte Falls waterfall

Butte Falls

14 miles away
In Crater Lake National Park
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Elk Creek Falls waterfall

Elk Creek Falls

38.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Ponytail Falls waterfall

Ponytail Falls

31.3 miles away
California
Easy
0.8 miles 200 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

31.4 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Lost Creek Falls waterfall

Lost Creek Falls

15.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wilderness Falls waterfall

Wilderness Falls

19.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Merlin

Are there free waterfalls near Merlin?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Merlin, including Butte Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Merlin?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Merlin, including Coquille River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Merlin?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Merlin, including Butte Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Merlin?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Merlin, including Butte Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Merlin?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Merlin, including Cavitt Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Merlin?

The shortest waterfall hike near Merlin is Butte Falls at 0.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Merlin?

The tallest waterfall near Merlin is Ponytail Falls at 75 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Merlin require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Merlin?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Merlin have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Merlin?

The closest waterfall to Merlin is Taylor Creek Falls, approximately 10.2 miles away.

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