Waterfall Hikes Near Wheeler, OR

429 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Wheeler? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Wheeler. 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 45.6873°N, -123.8871°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Wheeler

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

24 of 25 gauged

24 waterfalls near Wheeler have live flow data today

Barth Falls Barely Flowing Fishhawk Falls Barely Flowing Gnat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Youngs River Falls Barely Flowing Bonnie Falls Barely Flowing Jackson Falls Barely Flowing Chitwood Falls Barely Flowing Gunaldo Falls Barely Flowing Echo Falls Barely Flowing Euchre Falls Barely Flowing Valsetz Falls Barely Flowing Haines Falls Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing Kilchis Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Nehalem Falls Barely Flowing North Fork Falls Barely Flowing Little Lee Falls Moderate Munson Creek Falls Barely Flowing Nenamusa Falls Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing University Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 18 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 62°F

Mon 61°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 62°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 60°F Mostly Cloudy
Thu 62°F Partly Sunny
Fri 62°F Partly Sunny
Sat 62°F Partly Sunny
Sun 62°F Mostly Cloudy

Flowing best right now near Wheeler

Updated 43 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Little Lee Falls Moderate · 3 cfs 38th percentile
  2. 2 Munson Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 92 cfs 9th percentile
  3. 3 University Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Valsetz Falls Barely Flowing · 83 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Wilson Falls Barely Flowing · 81 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Youngs River Falls Barely Flowing · 33 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Wheeler (5 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.

Munson Creek Falls waterfall

Munson Creek Falls

27.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Wheeler (13 waterfalls)

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

Nehalem Falls waterfall

Nehalem Falls

14 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
North Fork Falls waterfall

North Fork Falls

19 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Kilchis Falls

32.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Wheeler

Nehalem Falls waterfall

Nehalem Falls

14 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
North Fork Falls waterfall

North Fork Falls

19 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Kilchis Falls

32.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

25.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wilson Falls waterfall

Wilson Falls

27.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Munson Creek Falls waterfall

Munson Creek Falls

27.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Youngs River Falls waterfall

Youngs River Falls

42 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Fern Rock Falls waterfall

Fern Rock Falls

27.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
University Falls waterfall

University Falls

29.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft
Fishhawk Falls waterfall

Fishhawk Falls

42 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Barth Falls

25.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ki-a-Kuts Falls waterfall

Ki-a-Kuts Falls

25 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Gunaldo Falls

14 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Nenamusa Falls

28.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chitwood Falls waterfall

Chitwood Falls

4.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Haines Falls

22.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

20.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft

Little Lee Falls

41.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gnat Creek Falls waterfall

Gnat Creek Falls

29.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 500 ft
Echo Falls waterfall

Echo Falls

7.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Wheeler

Are there free waterfalls near Wheeler?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Wheeler, including Barth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Wheeler?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Wheeler, including Fishhawk Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Wheeler?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Wheeler, including Barth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Wheeler?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Wheeler, including Barth Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Wheeler?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Wheeler, including Youngs River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Wheeler?

The shortest waterfall hike near Wheeler is Baker Creek Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Wheeler?

The tallest waterfall near Wheeler is Munson Creek Falls at 319 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Wheeler?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Wheeler have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Wheeler?

The closest waterfall to Wheeler is Nehalem Falls, approximately 6.8 miles away.

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