Waterfall Hikes Near Molalla, OR

10,147 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
76 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Molalla? There are 76 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

75 of 76 gauged

25 of 75 waterfalls near Molalla are flowing strongly today

Ayers Creek Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Stout Creek Falls Moderate Stasel Falls Moderate Bonnie Falls Strong Jackson Falls Strong Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Painter Falls Moderate Coopey Falls Roaring Horsetail Falls Roaring Mist Falls Roaring Multnomah Falls Roaring Oneonta Falls Roaring Wiesendanger Falls Roaring Wahkeena Falls Roaring 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 Roaring Moffett 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 Horseshoe Falls Roaring Lucia Falls Roaring Moulton Falls Roaring Salmon Falls Roaring Latourell Falls Moderate Upper Latourell Falls Moderate Little Lee Falls Barely Flowing Lower Soda Falls Strong Moose Creek Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Upper Soda Falls Strong McNabb Falls Moderate Pegleg Falls Moderate Ramona Falls Roaring Yocum Falls Roaring Sahale Falls Barely Flowing Umbrella Falls Barely Flowing Switchback Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Low Sullivan Creek Falls Low Willamette Falls Roaring

Updated 13 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Partly Sunny · 70°F

Aft 68°F Rain Showers Likely
Sat 64°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 67°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 69°F Mostly Cloudy
Tue 70°F Mostly Cloudy
Wed 70°F Partly Sunny Best
Thu 71°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Molalla

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Tanner Creek Falls Roaring · 96 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Moffett Falls Roaring · 96 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Wahclella Falls Roaring · 96 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Wahe Falls Roaring · 96 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Elowah Falls Roaring · 96 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Willamette Falls Roaring · 275 cfs 99th 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

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

Willamette Falls

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

Butte Creek Falls

18.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Molalla (59 waterfalls)

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

Abiqua Falls waterfall

Abiqua Falls

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

Upper North Falls

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

North Falls

21.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 76 Waterfalls Near Molalla

Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

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

Willamette Falls

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

Abiqua Falls

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

Butte Creek Falls

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

Upper North Falls

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

North Falls

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

Double Falls

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

Twin Falls

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

Middle North Falls

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

Lower North Falls

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

Drake Falls

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

Winter Falls

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

Lower South Falls

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

South Falls

33.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft

Ayers Creek Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

9.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 610 ft

Stout Creek Falls

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

Stasel Falls

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

Drift Creek Falls

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

Shellburg Falls

10.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Molalla

Are there free waterfalls near Molalla?

There are 38 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 59 dog-friendly waterfalls near Molalla, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Molalla?

There are 60 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, 74 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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