Waterfall Hikes Near Sweet Home, OR

9,852 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
56 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sweet Home? There are 56 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sweet Home. 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 44.4023°N, -122.7028°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sweet Home

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

56 of 56 gauged

2 of 56 waterfalls near Sweet Home are flowing strongly today

Alsea Falls Barely Flowing Green Peak Falls Barely Flowing Ayers Creek Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Stout Creek Falls Moderate Stasel Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Painter Falls Moderate Chichester Falls Moderate Double Falls Moderate Drake Falls Moderate Drift Creek Falls Moderate Lower North Falls Moderate Lower Shellburg Falls Moderate Lower South Falls Moderate Middle North Falls Moderate North Falls Moderate Shellburg Falls Moderate Winter Falls Moderate Upper North Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate South Falls Moderate Gatch Falls Moderate Gooch Falls Moderate Marion Falls Moderate Honey Creek Falls Barely Flowing Obsidian Falls Barely Flowing Koosah Falls Barely Flowing Sahalie Falls Barely Flowing Linton Falls Moderate Proxy Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Lower Parker Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Barely Flowing Salt Creek Falls Barely Flowing Upper Parker Falls Barely Flowing Smith Falls Barely Flowing Lower Soda Falls Moderate Moose Creek Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Upper Soda Falls Moderate Lower Trestle Creek Falls Moderate Moonfalls Moderate Pinard Falls Moderate Upper Trestle Creek Falls Moderate Spirit Falls Moderate McNabb Falls Strong Pegleg Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Moderate Sullivan Creek Falls Moderate Wildwood Falls Strong Tamolitch Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 10 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 66°F

Thu 67°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Fri 64°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
Sat 56°F Rain Showers
Sun 58°F Partly Sunny
Mon 66°F Sunny Best
Tue 69°F Sunny
Wed 73°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sweet Home (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.

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

35.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

20.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Sweet Home (49 waterfalls)

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

Lower Soda Falls waterfall

Lower Soda Falls

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

Upper Soda Falls

8.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Moose Creek Falls

7.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Painter Falls waterfall

Painter Falls

20.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

All 56 Waterfalls Near Sweet Home

Lower Soda Falls waterfall

Lower Soda Falls

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

Upper Soda Falls

8.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Moose Creek Falls

7.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

35.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Painter Falls waterfall

Painter Falls

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

Cascade Falls

20.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Lower Shellburg Falls waterfall

Lower Shellburg Falls

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

Shellburg Falls

36.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 400 ft
Stasel Falls waterfall

Stasel Falls

36.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Drift Creek Falls waterfall

Drift Creek Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

26.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 610 ft

Ayers Creek Falls

26.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Falls waterfall

South Falls

21 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft
Lower South Falls waterfall

Lower South Falls

20.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.9 miles 200 ft

Stout Creek Falls

33.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Winter Falls waterfall

Winter Falls

21.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Drake Falls waterfall

Drake Falls

21.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Lower North Falls waterfall

Lower North Falls

20.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Middle North Falls waterfall

Middle North Falls

21.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 200 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

21.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.5 miles 700 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sweet Home

Are there free waterfalls near Sweet Home?

There are 29 free waterfalls near Sweet Home, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sweet Home?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sweet Home?

There are 49 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sweet Home, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sweet Home?

There are 49 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sweet Home, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Sweet Home?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Sweet Home, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sweet Home?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Sweet Home?

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

Do any waterfalls near Sweet Home require permits?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Sweet Home require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sweet Home?

Yes, 56 waterfalls near Sweet Home have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sweet Home?

The closest waterfall to Sweet Home is Lower Soda Falls, approximately 9.9 miles away.

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Bigelow Hot Springs

35.2 mi 142°F

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Foley Springs

Foley Springs

37.8 mi 178°F

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Belknap Springs

37.9 mi 160°F

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Wall Creek Warm Springs

45.7 mi 106°F

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Bagby Hot Springs

Bagby Hot Springs

48.5 mi 136°F

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