Waterfall Hikes Near Molalla, OR

10,147 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
78 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Molalla? There are 78 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Molalla. 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 45.1502°N, -122.5845°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Molalla

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

77 of 78 gauged

1 of 77 waterfalls near Molalla is flowing strongly today

Ayers Creek Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Stout Creek Falls Barely Flowing Stasel Falls Barely Flowing Bonnie Falls Barely Flowing Jackson Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Painter Falls Barely Flowing Coopey Falls Barely Flowing Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Mist Falls Barely Flowing Multnomah Falls Barely Flowing Oneonta Falls Barely Flowing Wiesendanger Falls Barely Flowing Wahkeena Falls Barely Flowing 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 Elowah Falls Barely Flowing Moffett Falls Barely Flowing Wahe Falls Barely Flowing Wahclella Falls Barely Flowing Tanner Creek Falls Barely Flowing Final Falls Barely Flowing Frustration Falls Barely Flowing Hideaway Falls Barely Flowing Little Niagara Falls Barely Flowing Vanishing Falls Barely Flowing Stein Falls Barely Flowing Split Falls Barely Flowing Haines Falls Low Lee Falls Low Hardy Falls Barely Flowing Rodney Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Moderate Lucia Falls Moderate Moulton Falls Moderate Salmon Falls Moderate Latourell Falls Barely Flowing Upper Latourell Falls Barely Flowing Little Lee Falls Strong Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate Lower Soda Falls Barely Flowing Moose Creek Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Upper Soda Falls Barely Flowing McNabb Falls Barely Flowing Pegleg Falls Barely Flowing Ramona Falls Barely Flowing Yocum Falls Barely Flowing Sahale Falls Barely Flowing Umbrella Falls Barely Flowing Switchback Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Moderate Sullivan Creek Falls Moderate Willamette Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 85°F

Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 80°F Partly Sunny
Thu 83°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 85°F Sunny Best
Sat 86°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 86°F Partly Sunny
Mon 82°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Molalla

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Little Lee Falls Strong · 3 cfs 81st percentile
  2. 2 Middle Falls Moderate · 668 cfs 66th percentile
  3. 3 The Falls Moderate · 668 cfs 66th percentile
  4. 4 Eagle Creek Upper Falls Moderate · 668 cfs 66th percentile
  5. 5 Bridal Veil Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 60th percentile
  6. 6 Lower North Falls Moderate · 937 cfs 42nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Molalla (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.

Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

26.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

31 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Butte Creek Falls waterfall

Butte Creek Falls

25 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Molalla (60 waterfalls)

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

Abiqua Falls waterfall

Abiqua Falls

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

Upper North Falls

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

North Falls

4.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 78 Waterfalls Near Molalla

Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

26.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

31 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Abiqua Falls waterfall

Abiqua Falls

26 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Butte Creek Falls waterfall

Butte Creek Falls

25 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft
Upper North Falls waterfall

Upper North Falls

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

North Falls

4.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

25 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.5 miles 700 ft
Middle North Falls waterfall

Middle North Falls

24.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 200 ft
Lower North Falls waterfall

Lower North Falls

24.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Drake Falls waterfall

Drake Falls

24.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Winter Falls waterfall

Winter Falls

24.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Lower South Falls waterfall

Lower South Falls

24 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.9 miles 200 ft
South Falls waterfall

South Falls

39.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft

Ayers Creek Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

17.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 610 ft

Stout Creek Falls

17.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stasel Falls waterfall

Stasel Falls

16.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Drift Creek Falls waterfall

Drift Creek Falls

21.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft
Shellburg Falls waterfall

Shellburg Falls

16.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Molalla

Are there free waterfalls near Molalla?

There are 39 free waterfalls near Molalla, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Molalla?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Molalla?

There are 60 dog-friendly waterfalls near Molalla, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Molalla?

There are 61 kid-friendly waterfalls near Molalla, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Molalla?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Molalla, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Molalla?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Molalla?

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

Do any waterfalls near Molalla require permits?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Molalla require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Molalla?

Yes, 75 waterfalls near Molalla have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Molalla?

The closest waterfall to Molalla is Fall Creek Falls, approximately 10.8 miles away.

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