Waterfall Hikes Near North Plains, OR

3,365 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
52 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near North Plains? There are 52 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of North Plains. 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 45.5974°N, -122.9948°W

Map of Waterfalls Near North Plains

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

50 of 52 gauged

50 waterfalls near North Plains have live flow data today

Beaver Falls Moderate Bonnie Falls Barely Flowing Jackson Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Moderate 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 Low Drake Falls Low Drift Creek Falls Low Lower North Falls Low Lower South Falls Low Middle North Falls Low Winter Falls Low Twin Falls Low South Falls Low Eagle Creek Upper Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing Fishhawk Falls Barely Flowing Gnat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Haines Falls Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing Hardy Falls Barely Flowing Rodney Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Lucia Falls Barely Flowing Moulton Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Barely Flowing Kilchis Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Nehalem Falls Barely Flowing North Fork Falls Barely Flowing Latourell Falls Barely Flowing Upper Latourell Falls Barely Flowing Little Lee Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate Marietta Falls Moderate Munson Creek Falls Barely Flowing Nenamusa Falls Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing Willamette Falls Low Washboard Falls Barely Flowing University Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 30 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Partly Sunny · 71°F

Thu 75°F Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Rain
Fri 68°F Light Rain Likely then Rain Showers Likely
Sat 66°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 67°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 69°F Mostly Cloudy
Tue 71°F Partly Sunny Best
Wed 73°F Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near North Plains

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate · 2580 cfs 46th percentile
  2. 2 Marietta Falls Moderate · 2580 cfs 46th percentile
  3. 3 Bridal Veil Falls Moderate · 26 cfs 42nd percentile
  4. 4 Willamette Falls Low · 239 cfs 20th percentile
  5. 5 The Falls Low · 795 cfs 19th percentile
  6. 6 Middle Falls Low · 795 cfs 19th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near North Plains (12 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.

University Falls waterfall

University Falls

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

Lee Falls

23.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around North Plains (40 waterfalls)

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

Bonnie Falls waterfall

Bonnie Falls

22.8 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

All 52 Waterfalls Near North Plains

Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

9.3 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
University Falls waterfall

University Falls

25.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft

Little Lee Falls

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

Lee Falls

23.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft
Fern Rock Falls waterfall

Fern Rock Falls

24.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Haines Falls

34.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ki-a-Kuts Falls waterfall

Ki-a-Kuts Falls

31.5 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
Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

42.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Kilchis Falls

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

Beaver Falls

27.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Marietta Falls

17.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Baker Creek Falls waterfall

Baker Creek Falls

23.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Kalama River Falls

18.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

3.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lucia Falls waterfall

Lucia Falls

35 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Latourell Falls waterfall

Latourell Falls

35.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft
Upper Latourell Falls waterfall

Upper Latourell Falls

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

Little Falls

25.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near North Plains

Are there free waterfalls near North Plains?

There are 27 free waterfalls near North Plains, including Beaver Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near North Plains?

There are 12 easy waterfall hikes near North Plains, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in North Plains?

There are 40 dog-friendly waterfalls near North Plains, including Beaver Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near North Plains?

There are 41 kid-friendly waterfalls near North Plains, including Beaver Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near North Plains?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near North Plains, including Dougan Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near North Plains?

The shortest waterfall hike near North Plains is Baker Creek Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near North Plains?

The tallest waterfall near North Plains is Multnomah Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near North Plains require permits?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near North Plains require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around North Plains?

Yes, 41 waterfalls near North Plains have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to North Plains?

The closest waterfall to North Plains is Jackson Falls, approximately 3.7 miles away.

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