Waterfall Hikes Near Salem, OR

266,420 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Salem? There are 46 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Salem. 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 44.9233°N, -123.0244°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Salem

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Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

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46 waterfalls near Salem have live flow data today

Abiqua Falls Barely Flowing Butte Creek Falls Barely Flowing Fall Creek Falls Barely Flowing Alsea Falls Barely Flowing Green Peak Falls Barely Flowing Ayers Creek Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Stout Creek Falls Barely Flowing Stasel Falls Barely Flowing Berry Creek Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Painter Falls Barely Flowing Chitwood Falls Barely Flowing Gunaldo Falls Barely Flowing Double Falls Barely Flowing Drake Falls Barely Flowing Drift Creek Falls Barely Flowing Lower North Falls Barely Flowing Lower Shellburg Falls Barely Flowing Lower South Falls Barely Flowing Middle North Falls Barely Flowing North Falls Barely Flowing Shellburg Falls Barely Flowing Winter Falls Barely Flowing Upper North Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing South Falls Barely Flowing Echo Falls Barely Flowing Euchre Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Valsetz Falls Barely Flowing Haines Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Jackson Falls Barely Flowing Little Lee Falls Barely Flowing Lower Soda Falls Barely Flowing Upper Soda Falls Barely Flowing Nenamusa Falls Barely Flowing Pegleg Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Moderate Sullivan Creek Falls Moderate Willamette Falls Barely Flowing University Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

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Find waterfalls to hike near Salem

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Salem (9 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.

South Falls waterfall

South Falls

39.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Salem (31 waterfalls)

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

Drift Creek Falls waterfall

Drift Creek Falls

39.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft
Lower South Falls waterfall

Lower South Falls

39.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.9 miles 200 ft
Lower North Falls waterfall

Lower North Falls

38.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

38.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Drake Falls waterfall

Drake Falls

38.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near Salem

Stout Creek Falls

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

Silver Falls

26.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Baker Creek Falls waterfall

Baker Creek Falls

18.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

43.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Henline Falls waterfall

Henline Falls

43.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.8 miles 200 ft
Valsetz Falls waterfall

Valsetz Falls

34.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Lee Falls waterfall

Little Lee Falls

19.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sullivan Creek Falls waterfall CC

Sullivan Creek Falls

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

Lee Falls

31.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft
Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

45.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

11.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Pegleg Falls waterfall

Pegleg Falls

46 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Haines Falls

1.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Nenamusa Falls

30.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Echo Falls waterfall

Echo Falls

23.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Gunaldo Falls

16.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Euchre Falls

14.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Ki-a-Kuts Falls waterfall

Ki-a-Kuts Falls

44.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Painter Falls waterfall

Painter Falls

30.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

32.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Salem

Are there free waterfalls near Salem?

There are 18 free waterfalls near Salem, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Salem?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Salem, including Alsea Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Salem?

There are 31 dog-friendly waterfalls near Salem, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Salem?

There are 33 kid-friendly waterfalls near Salem, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Salem?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Salem, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Salem?

The shortest waterfall hike near Salem is Abiqua Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Salem?

The tallest waterfall near Salem is Double Falls at 178 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Salem?

Yes, 45 waterfalls near Salem have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Salem?

The closest waterfall to Salem is Drift Creek Falls, approximately 14.6 miles away.

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