Waterfall Hikes Near Smith River, CA

849 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Smith River? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Smith River. 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 41.9233°N, -124.1490°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Smith River

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

7 waterfalls near Smith River have live flow data today

Coquille River Falls Moderate Stair Creek Falls Moderate Little Illinois River Falls Moderate Loretta Falls Barely Flowing Wilderness Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Taylor Creek Falls Moderate

Updated 43 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Wed 72°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 72°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 72°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Ind 70°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 70°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 67°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 67°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Smith River

Updated 43 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Coquille River Falls Moderate · 1720 cfs 43rd percentile
  2. 2 Stair Creek Falls Moderate · 1720 cfs 43rd percentile
  3. 3 Taylor Creek Falls Moderate · 121 cfs 40th percentile
  4. 4 Little Illinois River Falls Moderate · 53 cfs 39th percentile
  5. 5 Silver Falls Barely Flowing · 246 cfs 7th percentile
  6. 6 Loretta Falls Barely Flowing · 61 cfs 5th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Smith River (2 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.

Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

41.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Coquille River Falls waterfall

Coquille River Falls

34.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Smith River (4 waterfalls)

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

Little Illinois River Falls waterfall

Little Illinois River Falls

39.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Smith River

Wilderness Falls waterfall

Wilderness Falls

24.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

Loretta Falls

45.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Illinois River Falls waterfall

Little Illinois River Falls

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

Silver Falls

41.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Coquille River Falls waterfall

Coquille River Falls

34.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Stair Creek Falls waterfall

Stair Creek Falls

47.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Taylor Creek Falls waterfall

Taylor Creek Falls

33.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Smith River

Are there free waterfalls near Smith River?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Smith River, including Coquille River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Smith River?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Smith River, including Coquille River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Smith River?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Smith River, including Coquille River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Smith River?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Smith River, including Coquille River Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Smith River?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Smith River, including Little Illinois River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Smith River?

The shortest waterfall hike near Smith River is Coquille River Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Smith River?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Smith River have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Smith River?

The closest waterfall to Smith River is Wilderness Falls, approximately 28.6 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Smith River, California

Sulphur Springs

48.0 mi 84°F

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