Waterfall Hikes Near Wheeler, OR

429 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
22 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Wheeler? There are 22 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

21 of 22 gauged

3 of 21 waterfalls near Wheeler are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

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Flowing best right now near Wheeler

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Little Lee Falls Roaring · 2 cfs 91st percentile
  2. 2 Bonnie Falls Strong · 17 cfs 86th percentile
  3. 3 Jackson Falls Strong · 17 cfs 86th percentile
  4. 4 University Falls Moderate · 23 cfs 64th percentile
  5. 5 Nenamusa Falls Low · 3 cfs 24th percentile
  6. 6 Munson Creek Falls Low · 175 cfs 21st 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

43.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Wheeler (12 waterfalls)

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

Nehalem Falls waterfall

Nehalem Falls

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

North Fork Falls

20.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Kilchis Falls

15 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 22 Waterfalls Near Wheeler

Nehalem Falls waterfall

Nehalem Falls

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

North Fork Falls

20.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Kilchis Falls

15 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

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

Munson Creek Falls

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

Youngs River Falls

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

Fern Rock Falls

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

University Falls

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

Fishhawk Falls

26.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Barth Falls

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

Ki-a-Kuts Falls

31.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Gunaldo Falls

25.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Nenamusa Falls

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

Chitwood Falls

33.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Haines Falls

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

Lee Falls

23.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft

Little Lee Falls

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

Gnat Creek Falls

38.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 500 ft
Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

9.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Wheeler

Are there free waterfalls near Wheeler?

There are 12 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 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Wheeler, including Barth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Wheeler?

There are 12 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, 13 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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