Are there fees or permits required for Cascade Falls?

No, there are no fees required to visit Cascade Falls.

Is swimming allowed at Cascade Falls?

No, swimming is not allowed at Cascade Falls.

Nearby gauge (Quartzville Creek) · 593 ft³/s · About average

Cascade Falls

Q: Are dogs allowed at Cascade Falls?

Yes, dogs are allowed at Cascade Falls.

Oregon

By Armen Suny · Last verified Oct 2026

LiDAR & 3D terrain

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Nw Oregon Cascades Field Office PUB · Bureau of Land Management

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Difficulty

Easy

About Cascade Falls

Cascade Falls is on Quartzville Creek at BLM's Dogwood Recreation Site, a small day-use area on the Quartzville Creek Wild and Scenic River about 17 miles up Quartzville Road from Sweet Home. The falls are the main feature of the site and a stop for rafters on the Quartzville corridor. Short unimproved paths lead from the picnic area to river overlooks.

The Setting

Cascade Falls sits at 1,112 feet within Nw Oregon Cascades Field Office, in the foothills of Oregon.

Nearby Falls Worth Visiting

Lower Soda Falls (134 ft) lies 9.8 miles to the south.

Lower Soda Falls

Trail & Hike Details

Trail Description

There is no long hike. BLM describes the paths from the Dogwood picnic area to the river overlooks as 1 to 2 feet wide with unimproved natural surfaces.

What to Expect

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 Cascade Falls?

✅ Dogs are allowed

Are There Any Fees or Permits Required?

🆖 No fees required

🏊 Is There Swimming at Cascade Falls?

❌ Swimming is not allowed

When to Visit

spring summer fall

Spring and early summer are ideal times to visit Cascade Falls, as the water flow is typically at its peak due to snowmelt. Fall offers beautiful foliage, while summer provides warmer weather for hiking.

Seasonal Access

The best time to visit is Spring, Summer, and Fall. Winter access may be limited.

Safety Information

Water temperature is currently 49°F — cold enough to cause numbness quickly. Avoid prolonged water contact and use caution near the falls.

The trail may be slippery, especially after rain. Visitors should exercise caution near the waterfall and avoid climbing on wet rocks. Always stay on designated trails.

Current Water Conditions

Updated about 2 hours ago Roaring

These readings come from the USGS gauge on Quartzville Creek, 0.5 miles away, not on Cascade Falls's own stream. Use them as a sign of whether the area is running wet or dry.

593 ft³/s

Current discharge — how much water is flowing

About average for this time of year

Very Low Low Normal High Very High

79 228 1.0k 1.7k

Based on 63 years of record

5.07 ft

Water depth at gauge

49°F

Very cold

Expect numbness within minutes

7-Day Discharge Trend

What does this mean for your visit?

Flow is about average for this time of year. Water temperature is very cold at 49 degrees F, expect numbness within minutes. Expect crystal clear visibility and excellent dissolved oxygen levels.

Water Quality

11.1 mg/L

Dissolved Oxygen

Excellent

Supports aquatic life

1.3 FNU

Water Clarity

Crystal clear

Excellent visibility

About This Gauge

QUARTZVILLE CREEK NEAR CASCADIA, OR

USGS 14185900

0.5 miles from waterfall

Drainage: 99 sq mi

Altitude: 1,050 ft

7-Day Flow Outlook

Based on the USGS gauge QUARTZVILLE CREEK NEAR CASCADIA, OR (1 km away).

High confidence

Roaring right now

593 cfs

↑ Rising

Today

Roaring

593 cfs

9/10

Tomorrow

Roaring

590 cfs

8/10

Thu

Roaring

756 cfs

8/10

Fri

Roaring

953 cfs

6/10

Sat

Roaring

1032 cfs

6/10

Sun

Roaring

869 cfs

6/10

Mon

Roaring

905 cfs

6/10

Best window: Today — roaring flow, partly sunny (trip score 9/10).

Best time of year: this gauge typically runs highest from mid March to early April, peaking in January.

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.

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Is Cascade Falls Frozen?

Updated about 7 hours ago

Not frozen highs above freezing lately

Cascade Falls is not frozen right now; highs have been above freezing. Yesterday ran 58°F to 48°F.

Days below freezing: 0 of the last 14
Current cold streak: 0 days
Freezing days ahead: 0 of the next 7
Flow: 244 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

The Terrain, Seen by LiDAR

Aircraft-mounted lasers measured this ground to within inches. Trees and buildings are digitally stripped away, leaving the bare shape of the land the water has carved.

3-meter lidar shows the creek losing roughly 194 feet through Cascade Falls over a long run of ledges. Elevation at the pin is about 1,112 feet.

Steep ground runs through the entire stretch: about 75 feet of descent in the 500 feet above the pin and 135 feet in the 500 feet below it. Facing west, the falls glow in afternoon and evening light.

Aerial photo of the same ground around Cascade Falls near Cascadia, Oregon, for comparison with the lidar view

LiDAR bare-earth terrain around Cascade Falls near Cascadia, Oregon, showing about 194 feet of drop, a long cascade, facing west

Aerial LiDAR bare earth

Drag to compare. The dot marks the waterfall. The frame is about a mile across.

Ground elevation: 1,112 feet; Measured by 3-meter lidar
Drop at the falls: About 194 feet; Change in ground height within ~250 feet of the falls
Faces: West; Glows in afternoon and evening light.

Ground profile through the falls

A slice through the lidar ground surface, from above the falls to downstream (heading west).

Elevation data: USGS 3D Elevation Program. Aerial imagery: USGS The National Map. Public domain.

Location & Access

Getting There

From Sweet Home, turn onto Quartzville Road and drive about 17 miles to the Dogwood Recreation Site.

Get Directions on Google Maps

Parking

Dogwood is a day-use-only BLM site with two vault toilets and picnic tables, and BLM charges no fee.

Elevation

1,112 feet above sea level

Coordinates

44.545797° N, -122.428701° W

Land Management

Nw Oregon Cascades Field Office PUB

Managed by BLM

Visitor Tips & Gear

Wear sturdy shoes as the trail may be muddy or slippery, especially after rain. Bring water and a camera to capture the scenic views. Arrive early to avoid crowds and secure parking.

Where to Stay

The 1908 Bungalow

9.9 18 reviews

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Sweet Home Inn

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Nearby Campground

Yellowbottom Recreation Site

4 miles away · 21 sites

Reservable

Overview Yellowbottom Recreation Site is closed to camping indefinitely. Visitor safety is our top priority. The nearby Old Miner's Meadow group campsite can be reserved on recreation.gov. Other camping may be available in surrounding national forest and county areas. Yellowbottom day use area remains open for use.Recreation Yellowbottom offers a one-mile hiking trail, access to Quartzville Creek Wild and Scenic River, and a take off point to explore nearby recreation trails. Facilities This smal

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Additional Information

Nearby Attractions

The Quartzville Back Country Byway follows Quartzville Creek through this BLM corridor.

Wildlife

The area is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, birds, and small mammals. Visitors should be cautious and respectful of the natural habitat.