Waterfall Hikes Near Stayton, OR

8,210 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
42 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Stayton? There are 42 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Stayton. 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 44.8034°N, -122.7984°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Stayton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

42 of 42 gauged

42 waterfalls near Stayton have live flow data today

Ayers Creek Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Stout Creek Falls Moderate Stasel Falls Moderate Berry Creek Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Painter Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Creek Upper Falls Low Middle Falls Low The Falls Low Euchre Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Valsetz Falls Barely Flowing Gooch Falls Moderate Jackson Falls Moderate Lower Soda Falls Barely Flowing Moose Creek Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Upper Soda Falls Barely Flowing McNabb Falls Barely Flowing Pegleg Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Low Sullivan Creek Falls Low Willamette Falls Low

Updated 18 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Tod 84°F Sunny
Wed 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 82°F Sunny
Fri 84°F Sunny
Sat 85°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 84°F Partly Sunny
Mon 81°F Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Stayton

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Shellburg Falls Moderate · 937 cfs 41st percentile
  2. 2 Lower North Falls Moderate · 937 cfs 41st percentile
  3. 3 Lower South Falls Moderate · 937 cfs 41st percentile
  4. 4 Middle North Falls Moderate · 937 cfs 41st percentile
  5. 5 North Falls Moderate · 937 cfs 41st percentile
  6. 6 Drift Creek Falls Moderate · 937 cfs 41st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Stayton (8 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Stayton (33 waterfalls)

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

Lower Shellburg Falls waterfall

Lower Shellburg Falls

16.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 500 ft
Shellburg Falls waterfall

Shellburg Falls

16.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 400 ft
Drift Creek Falls waterfall

Drift Creek Falls

21.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

17.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 610 ft

All 42 Waterfalls Near Stayton

Gooch Falls waterfall

Gooch Falls

41.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Eagle Creek Upper Falls waterfall

Eagle Creek Upper Falls

17.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Stayton

Are there free waterfalls near Stayton?

There are 21 free waterfalls near Stayton, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Stayton?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Stayton, including Butte Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Stayton?

There are 33 dog-friendly waterfalls near Stayton, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Stayton?

There are 35 kid-friendly waterfalls near Stayton, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Stayton?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Stayton?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Stayton?

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

Do any waterfalls near Stayton require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Stayton?

Yes, 41 waterfalls near Stayton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Stayton?

The closest waterfall to Stayton is Lower Shellburg Falls, approximately 8.4 miles away.

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Foley Springs

Foley Springs

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