Waterfall Hikes Near Wasco, OR

482 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Wasco? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Wasco. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 45.5917°N, -120.6974°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Wasco

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 17 gauged

2 of 16 waterfalls near Wasco are flowing strongly today

Celestial Falls Strong White River Falls Strong Celilo Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Cushing Falls Moderate Dry Creek Falls Moderate Logy Creek Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Wolf Hollow Falls Barely Flowing Tumwater Falls Barely Flowing Mill Creek Falls Barely Flowing Punchbowl Falls Barely Flowing Wah Gwin Gwin Falls Barely Flowing Wallalute Falls Barely Flowing Tamanawas Falls Barely Flowing The Dalles (historical) Barely Flowing

Updated 36 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Fri 70°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 65°F Partly Sunny
Sun 66°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 68°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 68°F Sunny
Wed 71°F Sunny
Thu 72°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Wasco

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Celestial Falls Strong · 99 cfs 77th percentile
  2. 2 White River Falls Strong · 99 cfs 77th percentile
  3. 3 Cushing Falls Moderate · 153000 cfs 53rd percentile
  4. 4 Dry Creek Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 28th percentile
  5. 5 Logy Creek Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 28th percentile
  6. 6 The Dalles (historical) Barely Flowing · 881 cfs 5th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Wasco (4 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.

Celilo Falls (historical) waterfall

Celilo Falls (historical)

8.1 miles away
Oregon
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Cushing Falls waterfall

Cushing Falls

22.7 miles away
Oregon
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Wasco (8 waterfalls)

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

Tumwater Falls waterfall

Tumwater Falls

25.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Wasco

Tumwater Falls waterfall

Tumwater Falls

25.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

41.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Celilo Falls (historical) waterfall

Celilo Falls (historical)

8.1 miles away
Oregon
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Cushing Falls waterfall

Cushing Falls

22.7 miles away
Oregon
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
The Dalles (historical) waterfall

The Dalles (historical)

20.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Logy Creek Falls

20.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Sherars Falls waterfall

Sherars Falls

29.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dry Creek Falls waterfall

Dry Creek Falls

26.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.4 miles 700 ft
Mill Creek Falls waterfall

Mill Creek Falls

10.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Celestial Falls waterfall

Celestial Falls

33 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White River Falls waterfall

White River Falls

33 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
0.8 miles 200 ft

Wolf Hollow Falls

40.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Punchbowl Falls waterfall

Punchbowl Falls

38.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.2 miles 400 ft
Outlet Falls waterfall

Outlet Falls

24.1 miles away
Washington
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Wah Gwin Gwin Falls waterfall

Wah Gwin Gwin Falls

29.4 miles away
Oregon
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Tamanawas Falls waterfall

Tamanawas Falls

7.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.4 miles 580 ft
Wallalute Falls waterfall

Wallalute Falls

9.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Wasco

Are there free waterfalls near Wasco?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Wasco, including Outlet Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Wasco?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Wasco, including Celilo Falls (historical).

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Wasco?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Wasco, including Celestial Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Wasco?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Wasco, including Celestial Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Wasco?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Wasco, including Punchbowl Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Wasco?

The shortest waterfall hike near Wasco is Celestial Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Wasco?

The tallest waterfall near Wasco is Wah Gwin Gwin Falls at 208 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Wasco require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Wasco require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Wasco?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Wasco have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Wasco?

The closest waterfall to Wasco is Tumwater Falls, approximately 11.5 miles away.

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