Are there fees or permits required for Beaver Creek Falls?

No, there are no fees required to visit Beaver Creek Falls.

Is swimming allowed at Beaver Creek Falls?

No, swimming is not allowed at Beaver Creek Falls.

Nearby gauge (Siuslaw River) · 569 ft³/s · About average

Beaver Creek Falls

Q: Are dogs allowed at Beaver Creek Falls?

Yes, dogs are allowed at Beaver Creek Falls. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet at the trailhead and other developed Forest Service recreation sites.

Oregon • 23 ft

By Armen Suny · Last verified Oct 2026

Siuslaw National Forest NF · US Forest Service

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Difficulty

Easy

Trail Length

0.2 miles

Trail Type

Out And Back

About Beaver Creek Falls

Tucked into the mossy, coastal forests of Lane County, Beaver Creek Falls is a quietly beautiful cascade managed by the U.S. Forest Service within Siuslaw National Forest. The falls are notable for the way Beaver and Sweet Creeks meet — the two streams intertwine as they drop, creating a compact, scenic cascade that rewards photographers and hikers who make the short trek in. The outing is ideal for those seeking a brisk forest escape rather than a long backcountry expedition. The route to the falls follows the Sweet Creek Trail (USFS Trail #1319) and is maintained by the Forest Service; its compacted surface and forested setting make for an inviting, up-close experience with the creek and waterfall.

The Setting

Beaver Creek Falls sits at 610 feet within Siuslaw National Forest, in the foothills of Oregon. The falls drop 23 feet.

Height: 23 feet

Nearby Falls Worth Visiting

Lower Kentucky Falls (100 ft) lies 3.9 miles to the east.

Lower Kentucky Falls

Trail & Hike Details

The Approach

The easy hike follows Sweet Creek (#1319), a 0.2-mile out-and-back trail over imported compacted material. The trail is highly developed (Class 4).

USFS Trail

SWEET CREEK #1319

Trail Class

Highly Developed

Surface

Imported Compacted Material

Avg Grade

12-20%

USFS Segment

2.15 mi

Trail Description

From the Beaver Creek Falls Trailhead, a short path leads 0.1 mile to a viewpoint of the falls, about 0.2 miles round trip. The falls can also be reached on the upper section of the Sweet Creek Falls Trail #1319, 0.6 mile from the Wagon Road Trailhead.

What to Expect

The falls drop a gentle 23 feet. Dogs are welcome.

Accessibility

The trail is short and relatively flat, but the surface may be uneven. Contact the managing agency for accessibility details.

Frequently Asked Questions

🐶 Are Dogs Allowed at Beaver Creek Falls?

✅ Dogs are allowed
Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet at the trailhead and other developed Forest Service recreation sites.

Are There Any Fees or Permits Required?

🆖 No fees required

🏊 Is There Swimming at Beaver Creek Falls?

❌ Swimming is not allowed

When to Visit

spring summer fall

Spring and early summer are the best times to visit, as the waterfall is most impressive with higher water flow.

Seasonal Access

The best time to visit is Spring, Summer, and Fall. Winter access may be limited. Check with Siuslaw National Forest for seasonal road closures.

Safety Information

Exercise caution near the waterfall, as rocks may be slippery. Be aware of changing weather conditions and avoid visiting during heavy rain or storms.

Current Water Conditions

Updated about 2 hours ago Strong

These readings come from the USGS gauge on Siuslaw River, 8.3 miles away, not on Beaver Creek Falls's own stream. Use them as a sign of whether the area is running wet or dry.

569 ft³/s

Current discharge — how much water is flowing

About average for this time of year

Very Low Low Normal High Very High

205 300 1.7k 4.7k

Based on 52 years of record

4.26 ft

Water depth at gauge

55°F

Cold

Bracing — limit time in water

7-Day Discharge Trend

What does this mean for your visit?

Flow is about average for this time of year. Water temperature is a bracing 55 degrees F, limit your time in the water.

About This Gauge

This gauge is on a nearby waterway and may not reflect exact conditions at the falls.

SIUSLAW RIVER NEAR MAPLETON, OR

USGS 14307620

8.3 miles from waterfall

Drainage: 588 sq mi

Altitude: 41 ft

7-Day Flow Outlook

Based on the USGS gauge SIUSLAW RIVER NEAR MAPLETON, OR (13 km away).

Moderate confidence

Strong right now

569 cfs

↑ Rising

Today

Strong

569 cfs

9/10

Tomorrow

Roaring

615 cfs

6/10

Fri

Roaring

808 cfs

6/10

Sat

Roaring

804 cfs

6/10

Sun

Roaring

728 cfs

6/10

Mon

Roaring

738 cfs

6/10

Tue

Roaring

1020 cfs

6/10

Best window: Today — strong flow, mostly cloudy then areas of fog (trip score 9/10).

Best time of year: this gauge typically runs highest from mid December to late January, peaking in December.

How we calculate this

This is a transparent outlook, not a precise forecast. We take the waterfall's current flow strength (how it ranks against its historical normal for today, from the nearest USGS stream gauge), carry that ranking forward along the gauge's seasonal curve, and nudge it for forecast rain. Confidence is highest for the next day or two and falls further out. Always check official conditions and your own judgment before visiting — high flows can be dangerous.

Know when to go.

Get a free email alert when waterfalls near Mapleton hit peak flow. We only send when conditions are worth the trip — no weekly newsletters, no spam.

Is Beaver Creek Falls Frozen?

Updated about 5 hours ago

Not frozen highs above freezing lately strong flow slows freezing

Beaver Creek Falls is not frozen right now; highs have been above freezing. Yesterday ran 63°F to 56°F.

Days below freezing: 0 of the last 14
Current cold streak: 0 days
Freezing days ahead: 0 of the next 7
Flow: 580 ft³/s

Winter safety. Frozen falls are the one waterfall trip with a documented injury pattern: falling ice, and ice-glazed rock and trail. Wear microspikes, keep well back from the base and from overhangs, and never walk out on ice over moving water.

Estimate from Open-Meteo daily temperatures at the falls, the LiDAR-measured facing direction, and the nearest stream gauge. It is a likelihood, not a report from the trail. See every frozen waterfall in Oregon.

Weather Forecast

Location & Access

Getting There

From Mapleton, follow Highway 126 across the Siuslaw River bridge and turn onto Sweet Creek Road. Drive about 12.5 miles, 0.2 mile past the Wagon Road Trailhead, then take the first fork left for 0.5 mile on gravel to the Beaver Creek Falls parking area.

Get Directions on Google Maps

Parking

Parking is at the end of the short gravel spur road. There is no fee, no restroom, no water and no picnic tables at this trailhead.

Elevation

610 feet above sea level

Coordinates

43.942342° N, -123.892331° W

Land Management

Siuslaw National Forest NF

Managed by USFS

Visitor Tips & Gear

Combine this stop with Sweet Creek Falls, reached from the Sweet Creek Falls Trailhead farther down the same road. The boardwalk between the Homestead and Sweet Creek trailheads was damaged in 2025 and that section should be avoided.