Waterfall Hikes Near North Plains, OR

3,365 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
61 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near North Plains? There are 61 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

59 of 61 gauged

1 of 59 waterfalls near North Plains is flowing strongly today

Beaver Falls Barely Flowing 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 Moderate Drake Falls Moderate Drift Creek Falls Moderate Lower North Falls Moderate Lower South Falls Moderate Middle North Falls Moderate Winter Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate South Falls Moderate Eagle Creek Upper Falls Low Middle Falls Low The Falls Low Elowah Falls Barely Flowing Metlako Falls Barely Flowing Moffett Falls Barely Flowing Punch Bowl Falls Barely Flowing Wahe Falls Barely Flowing Wahclella Falls Barely Flowing Tanner Creek Falls Barely Flowing Fishhawk Falls Barely Flowing Gnat Creek 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 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 Strong Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Tunnel Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate Marietta Falls Moderate Munson Creek Falls Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing Willamette Falls Moderate Washboard Falls Barely Flowing University Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Tue 84°F Sunny
Wed 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 85°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 87°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 88°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 87°F Partly Sunny
Mon 83°F Slight Chance Light Rain

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 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 Middle North Falls Moderate · 937 cfs 42nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near North Plains (15 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

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

Lee Falls

20.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around North Plains (48 waterfalls)

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

Bonnie Falls waterfall

Bonnie Falls

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

Fern Rock Falls

27.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 61 Waterfalls Near North Plains

Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

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

Bonnie Falls

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

University Falls

29.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft

Little Lee Falls

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

Lee Falls

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

Fern Rock Falls

27.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Haines Falls

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

Ki-a-Kuts Falls

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

Wilson Falls

27.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

31 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Kilchis Falls

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

Beaver Falls

19.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Marietta Falls

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

Baker Creek Falls

39.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Kalama River Falls

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

Salmon Falls

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

Lucia Falls

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

Latourell Falls

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

Upper Latourell Falls

29.4 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 29 free waterfalls near North Plains, including Beaver Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near North Plains?

There are 15 easy waterfall hikes near North Plains, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in North Plains?

There are 48 dog-friendly waterfalls near North Plains, including Beaver Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near North Plains?

There are 48 kid-friendly waterfalls near North Plains, including Beaver Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near North Plains?

There are 4 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, 8 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, 50 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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