Waterfall Hikes Near Oakland, OR

1,288 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
42 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oakland? There are 42 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oakland. 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 43.4233°N, -123.2969°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oakland

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

42 of 42 gauged

4 of 42 waterfalls near Oakland are flowing strongly today

Campbell Falls Moderate South Umpqua Falls Moderate Cavitt Falls Moderate Clover Falls Moderate Emile Falls Moderate Grotto Falls Moderate Hemlock Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Yakso Falls Moderate Steamboat Falls Moderate Deer Lick Falls Moderate Estelle Falls Low Golden Falls Low Henrys Falls Low Hewett Falls Low Pidgeon Falls Low Silver Falls Low Stulls Falls Low Grouse Mountain Falls Low Lower Parker Falls Low Upper Parker Falls Low Smith Falls Low Laverne Falls Moderate Middle Creek Falls Moderate Lost Creek Falls Roaring Lower Kentucky Falls Moderate North Fork Falls Moderate Upper Kentucky Falls Moderate Lower Trestle Creek Falls Moderate Moonfalls Moderate Pinard Falls Moderate Upper Trestle Creek Falls Moderate Spirit Falls Moderate Platinum Falls Roaring Shadow Falls Moderate Wolf Creek Falls Moderate Susan Creek Falls Moderate Siuslaw Falls Moderate Smith River Falls Moderate Wildwood Falls Moderate Watson Falls Strong Toketee Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 73°F

Wed 73°F Sunny Best
Thu 76°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 81°F Sunny
Ind 83°F Sunny
Sun 82°F Sunny
Mon 81°F Sunny
Tue 81°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Oakland

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Platinum Falls Roaring · 1260 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Lost Creek Falls Roaring · 205 cfs 91st percentile
  3. 3 Toketee Falls Strong · 94 cfs 80th percentile
  4. 4 Watson Falls Strong · 94 cfs 80th percentile
  5. 5 Smith River Falls Moderate · 35 cfs 71st percentile
  6. 6 Siuslaw Falls Moderate · 35 cfs 71st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Oakland (14 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.

Susan Creek Falls waterfall

Susan Creek Falls

24.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Wolf Creek Falls waterfall

Wolf Creek Falls

24.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Oakland (34 waterfalls)

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

Cavitt Falls waterfall

Cavitt Falls

43.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Siuslaw Falls waterfall

Siuslaw Falls

33.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shadow Falls waterfall

Shadow Falls

20.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 42 Waterfalls Near Oakland

Susan Creek Falls waterfall

Susan Creek Falls

24.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Cavitt Falls waterfall

Cavitt Falls

43.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Siuslaw Falls waterfall

Siuslaw Falls

33.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wolf Creek Falls waterfall

Wolf Creek Falls

24.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft

Hewett Falls

17 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shadow Falls waterfall

Shadow Falls

20.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Emile Falls

27.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 400 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

30.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grotto Falls waterfall

Grotto Falls

5.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

18.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Platinum Falls waterfall

Platinum Falls

24.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

18 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Steamboat Falls waterfall

Steamboat Falls

32.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lost Creek Falls waterfall

Lost Creek Falls

31.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Henrys Falls waterfall

Henrys Falls

15.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wildwood Falls waterfall

Wildwood Falls

36.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stulls Falls waterfall

Stulls Falls

16.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Estelle Falls

13 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Hemlock Falls waterfall

Hemlock Falls

26.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Yakso Falls waterfall

Yakso Falls

1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oakland

Are there free waterfalls near Oakland?

There are 30 free waterfalls near Oakland, including Campbell Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Oakland?

There are 14 easy waterfall hikes near Oakland, including Campbell Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oakland?

There are 34 dog-friendly waterfalls near Oakland, including Campbell Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oakland?

There are 34 kid-friendly waterfalls near Oakland, including Campbell Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Oakland?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Oakland, including Cavitt Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oakland?

The shortest waterfall hike near Oakland is Campbell Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Oakland?

The tallest waterfall near Oakland is Watson Falls at 272 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Oakland require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Oakland requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Oakland?

Yes, 41 waterfalls near Oakland have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Oakland?

The closest waterfall to Oakland is Susan Creek Falls, approximately 21.5 miles away.

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Umpqua Hot Springs

Umpqua Hot Springs

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