Waterfall Hikes Near Ochoco West, OR

234 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
24 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ochoco West? There are 24 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ochoco West. 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 44.4033°N, -120.9207°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ochoco West

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

24 of 24 gauged

7 of 24 waterfalls near Ochoco West are flowing strongly today

Awbrey Falls Strong Big Falls Strong Cline Falls Strong Odin Falls Strong Steelhead Falls Strong Benham Falls Barely Flowing Dillon Falls Barely Flowing Lava Island Falls Barely Flowing Paulina Creek Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Deschutes River Barely Flowing Tumalo Falls Barely Flowing Celestial Falls Low White River Falls Low Chush Falls Moderate Upper Chush Falls Moderate Gatch Falls Barely Flowing Marion Falls Barely Flowing Koosah Falls Barely Flowing Sahalie Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Roaring Upper Falls Roaring Obsidian Falls Low Wizard Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 85°F

Tue 88°F Areas Of Smoke
Wed 83°F Patchy Smoke
Thu 83°F Sunny
Fri 85°F Sunny Best
Sat 87°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 87°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 83°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Ochoco West

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Upper Falls Roaring · 8 cfs 92nd percentile
  2. 2 Lower Falls Roaring · 8 cfs 92nd percentile
  3. 3 Steelhead Falls Strong · 128 cfs 86th percentile
  4. 4 Odin Falls Strong · 128 cfs 86th percentile
  5. 5 Cline Falls Strong · 128 cfs 86th percentile
  6. 6 Awbrey Falls Strong · 128 cfs 86th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ochoco West (11 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.

Steelhead Falls waterfall

Steelhead Falls

24 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Odin Falls waterfall

Odin Falls

20.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Cline Falls waterfall

Cline Falls

18.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ochoco West (21 waterfalls)

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

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

31.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wizard Falls waterfall

Wizard Falls

27.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 24 Waterfalls Near Ochoco West

White River Falls waterfall

White River Falls

21.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
0.8 miles 200 ft
Koosah Falls waterfall

Koosah Falls

33.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft
Paulina Creek Falls waterfall

Paulina Creek Falls

14.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Obsidian Falls waterfall

Obsidian Falls

43 miles away
Oregon
Hard
12.0 miles 1,800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ochoco West

Are there free waterfalls near Ochoco West?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Ochoco West, including Benham Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ochoco West?

There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near Ochoco West, including Cline Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ochoco West?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ochoco West, including Benham Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ochoco West?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ochoco West, including Benham Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Ochoco West?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Ochoco West, including Cline Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ochoco West?

The shortest waterfall hike near Ochoco West is Awbrey Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Ochoco West?

The tallest waterfall near Ochoco West is Sahalie Falls at 100 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Ochoco West require permits?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Ochoco West require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ochoco West?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Ochoco West have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ochoco West?

The closest waterfall to Ochoco West is Steelhead Falls, approximately 16.3 miles away.

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