Waterfall Hikes Near Waterloo, OR

238 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
45 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Waterloo? There are 45 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Waterloo. 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 44.4947°N, -122.8242°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Waterloo

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

45 of 45 gauged

2 of 45 waterfalls near Waterloo are flowing strongly today

Alsea Falls Barely Flowing Green Peak Falls Barely Flowing Ayers Creek Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Stout Creek Falls Barely Flowing Stasel Falls Barely Flowing Berry Creek Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Painter Falls Barely Flowing Chichester Falls Barely Flowing Double Falls Low Drake Falls Low Drift Creek Falls Low Lower North Falls Low Lower Shellburg Falls Low Lower South Falls Low Middle North Falls Low North Falls Low Shellburg Falls Low Winter Falls Low Upper North Falls Low Twin Falls Low South Falls Low Fall Creek Falls Barely Flowing Gatch Falls Barely Flowing Gooch Falls Barely Flowing Marion Falls Barely Flowing Koosah Falls Barely Flowing Sahalie Falls Barely Flowing Lower Soda Falls Barely Flowing Moose Creek Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Upper Soda Falls Barely Flowing McNabb Falls Barely Flowing Moonfalls Barely Flowing Pinard Falls Barely Flowing Spirit Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Roaring Sullivan Creek Falls Roaring Wildwood Falls Barely Flowing Tamolitch Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 68°F

Tue 79°F Partly Sunny
Wed 64°F Light Rain
Thu 68°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 63°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Sat 59°F Chance Light Rain
Sun 65°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 70°F Mostly Sunny

Find waterfalls to hike near Waterloo

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Waterloo (12 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.

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

20.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

35.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Waterloo (39 waterfalls)

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

Painter Falls waterfall

Painter Falls

20.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Upper Soda Falls waterfall

Upper Soda Falls

8.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Soda Falls waterfall

Lower Soda Falls

8.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Moose Creek Falls

7.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

All 45 Waterfalls Near Waterloo

Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

21 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
McNabb Falls waterfall

McNabb Falls

14.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
North Falls waterfall

North Falls

31.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Upper North Falls waterfall

Upper North Falls

4.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Abiqua Falls waterfall

Abiqua Falls

Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Butte Creek Falls waterfall

Butte Creek Falls

2.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

20.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

44 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Green Peak Falls waterfall

Green Peak Falls

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

Alsea Falls

Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft
Chichester Falls waterfall CC

Chichester Falls

11.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Henline Falls waterfall

Henline Falls

44.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.8 miles 200 ft
Wildwood Falls waterfall

Wildwood Falls

15.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sullivan Creek Falls waterfall CC

Sullivan Creek Falls

36 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sahalie Falls waterfall

Sahalie Falls

41.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Koosah Falls waterfall

Koosah Falls

21.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft
Gooch Falls waterfall

Gooch Falls

13.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tamolitch Falls waterfall

Tamolitch Falls

44.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.2 miles 285 ft
Marion Falls waterfall

Marion Falls

37.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft

Gatch Falls

15.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Waterloo

Are there free waterfalls near Waterloo?

There are 24 free waterfalls near Waterloo, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Waterloo?

There are 12 easy waterfall hikes near Waterloo, including Alsea Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Waterloo?

There are 39 dog-friendly waterfalls near Waterloo, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Waterloo?

There are 40 kid-friendly waterfalls near Waterloo, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Waterloo?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Waterloo?

The shortest waterfall hike near Waterloo is Abiqua Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Waterloo?

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

Do any waterfalls near Waterloo require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Waterloo?

Yes, 45 waterfalls near Waterloo have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Waterloo?

The closest waterfall to Waterloo is Painter Falls, approximately 18.6 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Waterloo, Oregon

Bigelow Hot Springs

Bigelow Hot Springs

44.8 mi 142°F

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Cougar Reservoir Hot Springs

Cougar Reservoir Hot Springs

45.1 mi 111°F

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Foley Springs

Foley Springs

47.4 mi 178°F

Foley Springs emerges at 178°F in the Cascade Range of Lane County, making it one of Oregon's hottest thermal features with rec...

Belknap Springs

47.5 mi 160°F

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Bagby Hot Springs

Bagby Hot Springs

49.1 mi 136°F

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Breitenbush Hot Springs

Breitenbush Hot Springs

50.0 mi 198°F

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