Waterfall Hikes Near Oakridge, OR

3,208 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
55 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oakridge? There are 55 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oakridge. 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 43.7451°N, -122.4638°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oakridge

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

50 of 55 gauged

3 of 50 waterfalls near Oakridge are flowing strongly today

Campbell Falls Barely Flowing South Umpqua Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Painter Falls Barely Flowing Chichester Falls Barely Flowing Clearwater Falls Barely Flowing Whitehorse Falls Barely Flowing Clover Falls Barely Flowing Emile Falls Barely Flowing Grotto Falls Barely Flowing Hemlock Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Yakso Falls Barely Flowing Steamboat Falls Barely Flowing Deer Lick Falls Barely Flowing Muir Creek Falls Barely Flowing Grouse Mountain Falls Moderate Lower Parker Falls Moderate Salmon Falls Moderate Salt Creek Falls Moderate Upper Parker Falls Moderate Smith Falls Moderate Honey Creek Falls Low Indian Hole Falls Low Obsidian Falls Low Koosah Falls Barely Flowing Sahalie Falls Barely Flowing Lemolo Falls Moderate Linton Falls Strong Proxy Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Lower Soda Falls Barely Flowing Moose Creek Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Upper Soda Falls Barely Flowing Shadow Falls Barely Flowing Wolf Creek Falls Barely Flowing Susan Creek Falls Barely Flowing Siuslaw Falls Barely Flowing Wildwood Falls Barely Flowing Watson Falls Barely Flowing Toketee Falls Barely Flowing Turner Drop Low Tamolitch Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 20 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 85°F

Mon 83°F Sunny
Tue 82°F Sunny
Wed 81°F Sunny
Thu 83°F Sunny
Fri 85°F Sunny Best
Sat 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Sun 82°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Oakridge

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Rainbow Falls Strong · 621 cfs 80th percentile
  2. 2 Proxy Falls Strong · 621 cfs 80th percentile
  3. 3 Linton Falls Strong · 621 cfs 80th percentile
  4. 4 Smith Falls Moderate · 562 cfs 39th percentile
  5. 5 Upper Parker Falls Moderate · 562 cfs 39th percentile
  6. 6 Salt Creek Falls Moderate · 562 cfs 39th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Oakridge (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.

Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

26.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Moonfalls waterfall

Moonfalls

1.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft

Pinard Falls

2.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Oakridge (47 waterfalls)

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

Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

26.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spirit Falls waterfall

Spirit Falls

30.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

Upper Parker Falls

21.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 55 Waterfalls Near Oakridge

Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

26.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

26.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Moonfalls waterfall

Moonfalls

1.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft

Pinard Falls

2.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Spirit Falls waterfall

Spirit Falls

30.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

Upper Parker Falls

21.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Lower Parker Falls

2.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.2 miles 300 ft
Upper Trestle Creek Falls waterfall

Upper Trestle Creek Falls

4.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.5 miles 800 ft
Lower Trestle Creek Falls waterfall CC

Lower Trestle Creek Falls

37.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.4 miles 600 ft
Smith Falls waterfall

Smith Falls

5.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Chichester Falls

14.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Grouse Mountain Falls

25.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Wildwood Falls waterfall

Wildwood Falls

12.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lillian Falls waterfall

Lillian Falls

28.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Diamond Creek Falls waterfall

Diamond Creek Falls

25.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 500 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Toketee Falls waterfall

Toketee Falls

26.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.8 miles 200 ft
Steamboat Falls waterfall

Steamboat Falls

32.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Watson Falls waterfall

Watson Falls

39.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.6 miles 300 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

30.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oakridge

Are there free waterfalls near Oakridge?

There are 36 free waterfalls near Oakridge, including Campbell Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Oakridge?

There are 17 easy waterfall hikes near Oakridge, including Campbell Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oakridge?

There are 47 dog-friendly waterfalls near Oakridge, including Campbell Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oakridge?

There are 46 kid-friendly waterfalls near Oakridge, including Campbell Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Oakridge?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Oakridge, including Siuslaw Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oakridge?

The shortest waterfall hike near Oakridge is Campbell Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Oakridge?

The tallest waterfall near Oakridge is Salt Creek Falls at 286 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Oakridge require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Oakridge?

Yes, 55 waterfalls near Oakridge have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Oakridge?

The closest waterfall to Oakridge is Salmon Falls, approximately 4.6 miles away.

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