Waterfall Hikes Near Santa Clara, OR

11,377 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
30 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Santa Clara? There are 30 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Santa Clara. 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 44.1154°N, -123.1344°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Santa Clara

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

30 of 30 gauged

22 of 30 waterfalls near Santa Clara are flowing strongly today

Alsea Falls Roaring Green Peak Falls Roaring Beaver Creek Falls Roaring Sweet Creek Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Roaring Fall Creek Falls Roaring Chichester Falls Roaring Grouse Mountain Falls Moderate Lower Parker Falls Moderate Salmon Falls Moderate Salt Creek Falls Moderate Upper Parker Falls Moderate Smith Falls Moderate Lower Kentucky Falls Strong North Fork Falls Strong Upper Kentucky Falls Strong The Horn Strong Lower Soda Falls Roaring Moose Creek Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Upper Soda Falls Roaring Lower Trestle Creek Falls Roaring Moonfalls Roaring Pinard Falls Roaring Upper Trestle Creek Falls Roaring Spirit Falls Roaring Siuslaw Falls Moderate Smith River Falls Moderate Wildwood Falls Roaring Susan Creek Falls Roaring

Updated 12 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Partly Sunny · 70°F

Aft 64°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 68°F Rain Showers Likely
Mon 68°F Mostly Cloudy
Tue 70°F Partly Sunny Best
Wed 71°F Partly Sunny
Thu 71°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Fri 73°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Santa Clara

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Beaver Creek Falls Roaring · 235 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Sweet Creek Falls Roaring · 235 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Upper Soda Falls Roaring · 164 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Wildwood Falls Roaring · 112 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 164 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Lower Soda Falls Roaring · 164 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Santa Clara (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.

Alsea Falls waterfall

Alsea Falls

44.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Santa Clara (27 waterfalls)

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

Siuslaw Falls waterfall

Siuslaw Falls

33.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Green Peak Falls waterfall

Green Peak Falls

20.6 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

All 30 Waterfalls Near Santa Clara

Siuslaw Falls waterfall

Siuslaw Falls

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

Alsea Falls

44.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft
Green Peak Falls waterfall

Green Peak Falls

20.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Horn waterfall

The Horn

46.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Chichester Falls

12.7 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
Upper Kentucky Falls waterfall CC

Upper Kentucky Falls

45.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 800 ft
Lower Kentucky Falls waterfall

Lower Kentucky Falls

44.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 800 ft
North Fork Falls waterfall

North Fork Falls

44.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

28.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Spirit Falls waterfall

Spirit Falls

45.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Beaver Creek Falls waterfall

Beaver Creek Falls

41.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Moonfalls waterfall

Moonfalls

47.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Sweet Creek Falls waterfall

Sweet Creek Falls

41.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.2 miles 250 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

37.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Pinard Falls

45.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Lower Soda Falls waterfall

Lower Soda Falls

35.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Soda Falls waterfall

Upper Soda Falls

35.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Trestle Creek Falls waterfall CC

Lower Trestle Creek Falls

2.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.4 miles 600 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Santa Clara

Are there free waterfalls near Santa Clara?

There are 23 free waterfalls near Santa Clara, including Cascade Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Santa Clara?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Santa Clara?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Santa Clara, including Alsea Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Santa Clara?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Santa Clara, including Alsea Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Santa Clara?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Santa Clara, including Alsea Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Santa Clara?

The shortest waterfall hike near Santa Clara is Alsea Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Santa Clara?

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

Do any waterfalls near Santa Clara require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Santa Clara?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Santa Clara have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Santa Clara?

The closest waterfall to Santa Clara is Siuslaw Falls, approximately 22.5 miles away.

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