Waterfall Hikes Near Waterloo, OR

238 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
47 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Waterloo? There are 47 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

47 of 47 gauged

1 of 47 waterfalls near Waterloo is flowing strongly today

Alsea Falls Low Green Peak Falls Low Ayers Creek Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Stout Creek Falls Barely Flowing Stasel 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 Lower Trestle Creek Falls Barely Flowing Moonfalls Barely Flowing Pinard Falls Barely Flowing Upper Trestle Creek Falls Barely Flowing Spirit Falls Barely Flowing McNabb Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Moderate Sullivan Creek Falls Moderate Wildwood Falls Moderate Tamolitch Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Tod 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 84°F Sunny then Areas Of Smoke
Fri 84°F Sunny
Sat 84°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 86°F Partly Sunny
Mon 85°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Waterloo

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Tamolitch Falls Roaring · 167 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Lower Shellburg Falls Roaring · 957 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Lower North Falls Roaring · 957 cfs 90th percentile
  4. 4 North Falls Roaring · 957 cfs 90th percentile
  5. 5 Lower South Falls Roaring · 957 cfs 90th percentile
  6. 6 Shellburg Falls Roaring · 957 cfs 90th percentile

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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

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

Rainbow Falls

20.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Waterloo (41 waterfalls)

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

Painter Falls waterfall

Painter Falls

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

Upper Soda Falls

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

Lower Soda Falls

38.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Moose Creek Falls

43 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

All 47 Waterfalls Near Waterloo

Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

43.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

34.3 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Waterloo

Are there free waterfalls near Waterloo?

There are 27 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 41 dog-friendly waterfalls near Waterloo, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Waterloo?

There are 42 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, 47 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

Bigelow Hot Springs, also called Deer Creek Hot Springs, emerges at 142°F just 400 feet from Deer Creek Road in the Willamette ...
Cougar Reservoir Hot Springs

Cougar Reservoir Hot Springs

45.1 mi 111°F

Cougar Reservoir Hot Springs, widely known as Terwilliger Hot Springs, flows at 111 degrees Fahrenheit with roadside access req...
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

Belknap Springs flows at 160°F along the McKenzie River in the Cascade Range, emerging just 510 feet from North Belknap Springs...
Bagby Hot Springs

Bagby Hot Springs

49.1 mi 136°F

Bagby Hot Springs flows at 136°F deep in Mount Hood National Forest at 2,272 feet elevation, requiring a 3,720-foot hike from F...
Breitenbush Hot Springs

Breitenbush Hot Springs

50.0 mi 198°F

Breitenbush Hot Springs emerges at 198°F along the Breitenbush River, ranking as one of Oregon's hottest thermal features with ...

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