Waterfall Hikes Near Milwaukie, OR

21,195 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
83 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Milwaukie? There are 83 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Milwaukie. 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 45.4445°N, -122.6219°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Milwaukie

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

81 of 83 gauged

49 of 81 waterfalls near Milwaukie are flowing strongly today

Ayers Creek Falls Roaring Horseshoe Falls Roaring Stout Creek Falls Roaring Stasel Falls Roaring Bonnie Falls Strong Jackson Falls Strong Bridal Veil Falls Low Coopey Falls Roaring Horsetail Falls Roaring Mist Falls Roaring Multnomah Falls Roaring Oneonta Falls Roaring Wiesendanger Falls Roaring Wahkeena Falls Roaring Double Falls Roaring Drake Falls Roaring Drift Creek Falls Roaring Lower North Falls Roaring Lower Shellburg Falls Roaring Lower South Falls Roaring Middle North Falls Roaring North Falls Roaring Shellburg Falls Roaring Winter Falls Roaring Upper North Falls Roaring Twin Falls Roaring South Falls Roaring Eagle Creek Upper Falls Roaring Middle Falls Roaring The Falls Roaring Elowah Falls Roaring Metlako Falls Roaring Moffett Falls Roaring Punch Bowl Falls Roaring Wahe Falls Roaring Wahclella Falls Roaring Tanner Creek Falls Roaring Final Falls Moderate Frustration Falls Moderate Hideaway Falls Moderate Little Niagara Falls Moderate Vanishing Falls Moderate Stein Falls Moderate Split Falls Moderate Haines Falls Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing Hardy Falls Low Rodney Falls Low Shipherd Falls Low Horseshoe Falls Roaring Lucia Falls Roaring Moulton Falls Roaring Salmon Falls Roaring Kalama Falls Roaring Washboard Falls Roaring Latourell Falls Roaring Upper Latourell Falls Roaring Little Lee Falls Low Loowit Falls Moderate Sahale Falls Moderate Wallalute Falls Moderate Umbrella Falls Moderate Tunnel Falls Moderate Switchback Falls Moderate Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate Marietta Falls Moderate Pegleg Falls Roaring Punchbowl Falls Roaring Ramona Falls Roaring Yocum Falls Roaring Salmon Falls Low Sullivan Creek Falls Low Wilson Falls Moderate Willamette Falls Roaring University Falls Moderate

Updated 11 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Independence Day

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Sun 69°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 69°F Mostly Cloudy
Tue 69°F Mostly Cloudy
Wed 70°F Mostly Cloudy
Thu 71°F Chance Light Rain
Fri 73°F Chance Light Rain
Ind 78°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Milwaukie

Updated 31 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Horseshoe Falls Roaring · 193 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Punchbowl Falls Roaring · 291 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Wiesendanger Falls Roaring · 61 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Washboard Falls Roaring · 22 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Wahkeena Falls Roaring · 61 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Horsetail Falls Roaring · 61 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Milwaukie (17 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.

Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

42.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

19.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Milwaukie (64 waterfalls)

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

Upper Latourell Falls waterfall

Upper Latourell Falls

36 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft
Latourell Falls waterfall

Latourell Falls

35.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft

All 83 Waterfalls Near Milwaukie

Baker Creek Falls waterfall

Baker Creek Falls

23.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
University Falls waterfall

University Falls

25.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft
Final Falls waterfall

Final Falls

0.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Frustration Falls waterfall

Frustration Falls

0.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.0 miles 350 ft
Vanishing Falls waterfall

Vanishing Falls

0.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

14 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Henline Falls waterfall

Henline Falls

13.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.8 miles 200 ft

Little Niagara Falls

30.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.0 miles 400 ft
Yocum Falls waterfall

Yocum Falls

29.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hideaway Falls

0.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Split Falls waterfall

Split Falls

1.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fern Rock Falls waterfall

Fern Rock Falls

24.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stein Falls waterfall

Stein Falls

30.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Wallalute Falls waterfall

Wallalute Falls

9.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Pegleg Falls waterfall

Pegleg Falls

11.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kalama Falls

23.8 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.5 miles 200 ft
Sullivan Creek Falls waterfall CC

Sullivan Creek Falls

10 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wilson Falls waterfall

Wilson Falls

16.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Umbrella Falls waterfall

Umbrella Falls

25.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Switchback Falls waterfall

Switchback Falls

24.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Milwaukie

Are there free waterfalls near Milwaukie?

There are 38 free waterfalls near Milwaukie, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Milwaukie?

There are 17 easy waterfall hikes near Milwaukie, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Milwaukie?

There are 64 dog-friendly waterfalls near Milwaukie, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Milwaukie?

There are 64 kid-friendly waterfalls near Milwaukie, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Milwaukie?

There are 7 waterfalls that allow swimming near Milwaukie, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Milwaukie?

The shortest waterfall hike near Milwaukie is Abiqua Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Milwaukie?

The tallest waterfall near Milwaukie is Multnomah Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Milwaukie require permits?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Milwaukie require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Milwaukie?

Yes, 78 waterfalls near Milwaukie have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Milwaukie?

The closest waterfall to Milwaukie is Willamette Falls, approximately 4.6 miles away.

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