Waterfall Hikes Near Nehalem, OR

269 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
22 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Nehalem? There are 22 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Nehalem. 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 45.7196°N, -123.8941°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Nehalem

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 22 gauged

2 of 21 waterfalls near Nehalem are flowing strongly today

Baker Creek Falls Barely Flowing Ki-a-Kuts Falls Barely Flowing Barth Falls Barely Flowing Fishhawk Falls Barely Flowing Gnat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Youngs River Falls Barely Flowing Bonnie Falls Low Jackson Falls Low Chitwood Falls Barely Flowing Gunaldo Falls Barely Flowing Haines Falls Strong Lee Falls Strong Kilchis Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Nehalem Falls Barely Flowing North Fork Falls Barely Flowing Little Lee Falls Barely Flowing Munson Creek Falls Barely Flowing Nenamusa Falls Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Low University Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Aft 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 64°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Light Rain
Fri 60°F Light Rain
Sat 61°F Light Rain
Sun 63°F Light Rain Likely
Mon 64°F Chance Light Rain
Tue 64°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Nehalem

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Haines Falls Strong · 211 cfs 85th percentile
  2. 2 Lee Falls Strong · 211 cfs 85th percentile
  3. 3 Wilson Falls Low · 211 cfs 15th percentile
  4. 4 Bonnie Falls Low · 16 cfs 13th percentile
  5. 5 Jackson Falls Low · 16 cfs 13th percentile
  6. 6 Munson Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 175 cfs 6th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Nehalem (5 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.

Youngs River Falls waterfall

Youngs River Falls

31.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Nehalem (12 waterfalls)

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

Nehalem Falls waterfall

Nehalem Falls

15.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
North Fork Falls waterfall

North Fork Falls

20.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Kilchis Falls

15 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 22 Waterfalls Near Nehalem

Nehalem Falls waterfall

Nehalem Falls

15.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
North Fork Falls waterfall

North Fork Falls

20.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

25.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kilchis Falls

15 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Wilson Falls waterfall

Wilson Falls

16.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Youngs River Falls waterfall

Youngs River Falls

31.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Munson Creek Falls waterfall

Munson Creek Falls

43.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Fishhawk Falls waterfall

Fishhawk Falls

26.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Fern Rock Falls waterfall

Fern Rock Falls

24.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Barth Falls

32.4 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
Ki-a-Kuts Falls waterfall

Ki-a-Kuts Falls

31.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Gunaldo Falls

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

Chitwood Falls

33.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Nenamusa Falls

25.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Haines Falls

34.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gnat Creek Falls waterfall

Gnat Creek Falls

38.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 500 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

23.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft

Little Lee Falls

24.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bonnie Falls waterfall

Bonnie Falls

22.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Nehalem

Are there free waterfalls near Nehalem?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Nehalem, including Barth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Nehalem?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Nehalem, including Fishhawk Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Nehalem?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Nehalem, including Barth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Nehalem?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Nehalem, including Barth Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Nehalem?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Nehalem, including Youngs River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Nehalem?

The shortest waterfall hike near Nehalem is Baker Creek Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Nehalem?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Nehalem?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Nehalem have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Nehalem?

The closest waterfall to Nehalem is Nehalem Falls, approximately 5.5 miles away.

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