Waterfall Hikes Near Springfield, OR

61,740 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
42 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Springfield's best waterfall country lies southeast, past Cottage Grove where Brice Creek and Layng Creek cut into the Cascade foothills. Moonfalls drops 50 feet after a short half mile walk. Pinard Falls runs 105 feet, reached by 1.5 miles of trail and 300 feet of climb. The two Trestle Creek falls share a loop, 60 footers both, with the upper route gaining 800 feet. Wildwood Falls covers the summer swim, a tenth of a mile from the car. Dogs go nearly everywhere out here. Forty two falls sit in range.

Located at 44.0538°N, -122.9811°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Springfield

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

42 of 42 gauged

42 waterfalls near Springfield have live flow data today

Alsea Falls Low Green Peak Falls Low Beaver Creek Falls Barely Flowing Sweet Creek Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Painter Falls Barely Flowing Chichester Falls Barely Flowing Emile Falls Barely Flowing Grotto Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Steamboat 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 Lower Kentucky Falls Barely Flowing North Fork Falls Barely Flowing Upper Kentucky Falls Barely Flowing The Horn Barely Flowing Proxy Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Shadow Falls Low Wolf Creek Falls Low Susan Creek Falls Low Siuslaw Falls Moderate Smith River Falls Moderate Wildwood Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 85°F

Aft 86°F Sunny
Wed 82°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 84°F Sunny
Fri 85°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 86°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 87°F Partly Sunny
Mon 84°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Springfield

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Smith Falls Moderate · 562 cfs 45th percentile
  2. 2 Upper Parker Falls Moderate · 562 cfs 45th percentile
  3. 3 Salt Creek Falls Moderate · 562 cfs 45th percentile
  4. 4 Grouse Mountain Falls Moderate · 562 cfs 45th percentile
  5. 5 Salmon Falls Moderate · 562 cfs 45th percentile
  6. 6 Lower Parker Falls Moderate · 562 cfs 45th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Springfield (13 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.

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 Springfield (36 waterfalls)

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

Wildwood Falls waterfall

Wildwood Falls

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

Siuslaw Falls

39.2 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

All 42 Waterfalls Near Springfield

Chichester Falls

14.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wildwood Falls waterfall

Wildwood Falls

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

Siuslaw Falls

39.2 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
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
Lower Trestle Creek Falls waterfall CC

Lower Trestle Creek Falls

37.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.4 miles 600 ft
Upper Trestle Creek Falls waterfall

Upper Trestle Creek Falls

4.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.5 miles 800 ft
The Horn waterfall

The Horn

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

Alsea Falls

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

Green Peak Falls

20.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Smith Falls waterfall

Smith Falls

5.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Parker Falls

2.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.2 miles 300 ft

Upper Parker Falls

21.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

37.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Lower Soda Falls waterfall

Lower Soda Falls

8.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Susan Creek Falls waterfall

Susan Creek Falls

33.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Upper Soda Falls waterfall

Upper Soda Falls

8.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Grouse Mountain Falls

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

Salmon Falls

26.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Springfield

Are there free waterfalls near Springfield?

There are 30 free waterfalls near Springfield, including Cascade Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Springfield?

There are 13 easy waterfall hikes near Springfield, including Alsea Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Springfield?

There are 36 dog-friendly waterfalls near Springfield, including Alsea Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Springfield?

There are 36 kid-friendly waterfalls near Springfield, including Alsea Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Springfield?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Springfield, including Alsea Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Springfield?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Springfield?

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

Do any waterfalls near Springfield require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Springfield?

Yes, 42 waterfalls near Springfield have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Springfield?

The closest waterfall to Springfield is Chichester Falls, approximately 22.8 miles away.

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