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Waterfalls

From the towering 620-foot Multnomah Falls to hidden canyon plunges few people ever find — Oregon has more than 250 named waterfalls. Here’s your complete guide: interactive map, top picks, and the full searchable list.

250+Named Waterfalls
620 ftTallest (Multnomah)
10Falls at Silver Falls SP
8Along Hwy 30 Gorge Route
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Trail details, difficulty ratings, fees, and dog-friendly info for every hike
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Editor’s Picks

Top 20 Waterfalls in Oregon

The most spectacular, accessible, and beloved waterfalls across the state — ranked by a mix of height, scenery, and visitor experience.

Multnomah Falls, Oregon — 620-foot two-tier waterfall in the Columbia River Gorge
1
620 ft Easy
Columbia River Gorge

Multnomah Falls

Oregon’s tallest waterfall and most iconic — 620 feet, a paved trail, and the legendary Benson Bridge. The most-visited natural site in the Pacific Northwest. Timed-use permit required May–Sept.

 South Falls at Silver Falls State Park, Oregon — Trail of Ten Falls
2
177 ft (South Falls) Moderate
Silverton, OR

Silver Falls State Park

Ten waterfalls in one hike. The 7.2-mile Trail of Ten Falls lets you walk behind several falls. The crown jewel of Oregon State Parks. $5 day-use fee.

 Proxy Falls, Oregon — twin waterfalls in the Three Sisters Wilderness
3
200 ft Easy
Three Sisters Wilderness

Proxy Falls

Twin falls on a 1.6-mile loop in the Three Sisters Wilderness. Upper Proxy fans across moss-covered basalt; Lower Proxy drops into a pool that vanishes underground into lava. Northwest Forest Pass required.

 Wahclella Falls, Columbia River Gorge, Oregon
4
350 ft Easy
Columbia River Gorge

Wahclella Falls

A hidden Gorge gem on a 2-mile round-trip through lush forest along a picturesque creek. Less crowded than Multnomah, more rewarding per step. No fee for day use.

 Tamolitch Blue Pool, McKenzie River, Oregon — aquamarine lava tube spring
5
N/A (spring-fed pool) Moderate
McKenzie River

Tamolitch Falls (Blue Pool)

Not a traditional waterfall — a collapsed lava tube filled by underground springs creates a crystal-clear blue pool. Water averages 38–40°F year-round. 3.6-mile RT. Northwest Forest Pass required.

 Toketee Falls, Umpqua National Forest, Oregon — basalt column waterfall
6
113 ft Easy
Umpqua National Forest

Toketee Falls

Possibly Oregon’s most photogenic waterfall — two tiers of white water framed by perfect hexagonal basalt columns. Short 0.8-mile RT, steep at the end. No fee for day use.

 Abiqua Falls, Oregon — hidden 92-foot waterfall in basalt amphitheater
7
92 ft Difficult
Santiam State Forest

Abiqua Falls

A hidden gem that rewards serious effort — rough 4WD road plus a rocky scramble leads to a 92-foot curtain dropping into a basalt amphitheater. Worth every bruise. No fee for day use.

 Sahalie and Koosah Falls, McKenzie River, Oregon
8
100 ft / 70 ft Easy to Moderate
McKenzie River

Sahalie & Koosah Falls

Two powerhouse falls on the McKenzie — brilliant blue-green water crashing over black lava. Visit both on a 2.6-mile loop. Northwest Forest Pass required.

 Latourell Falls, Columbia River Gorge, Oregon — 249-foot free-fall waterfall
9
249 ft Moderate
Columbia Gorge

Latourell Falls

First major fall on the Historic Columbia River Highway — a 249-foot free fall off sheer basalt dusted with yellow lichen. The 2.4-mile loop reaches both lower and upper falls. No fee.

 Tamanawas Falls, Mount Hood, Oregon — waterfall behind lava cave
10
100 ft Moderate
Mount Hood National Forest

Tamanawas Falls

A 100-foot curtain waterfall tucked inside a lava cave alcove on Mt Hood’s east slope. The trail passes directly behind it. 3.6-mile RT. Northwest Forest Pass required.

 Punchbowl Falls, Eagle Creek Trail, Columbia River Gorge, Oregon
11
Moderate
Eagle Creek, Columbia Gorge

Punchbowl Falls

The iconic bowl-shaped pool fed by a powerful cascade on the Eagle Creek Trail. 3.8-mile RT with stunning creek and forest views. One of Oregon’s most photographed swimming holes. NW Forest Pass required.

 Drift Creek Falls and suspension bridge, Siuslaw National Forest, Oregon
12
75 ft Easy to Moderate
Siuslaw National Forest

Drift Creek Falls

Cross a jaw-dropping 240-foot suspension bridge above the canyon before reaching the 75-foot falls. Family-friendly 3-mile RT. No fee for day use.

 Elowah Falls, Columbia River Gorge, Oregon — 289-foot waterfall
13
213 ft Moderate
Columbia River Gorge

Elowah Falls

Taller than Multnomah, fraction of the crowds. A 2.4-mile RT through lush forest and basalt cliffs. The side trail leads to McCord Creek Falls through a cave-like alcove. No fee.

 Ramona Falls mossy basalt cascade, Mount Hood, Oregon
14
120 ft Moderate
Mt Hood National Forest

Ramona Falls

One of Oregon’s most beautiful waterfalls — a 120-foot cascade that fans across a wall of mossy basalt columns in a stunning lace-like pattern. 7.1-mile RT on the slopes of Mt Hood. Northwest Forest Pass required.

 Salt Creek Falls, Willamette National Forest, Oregon — 286-foot plunge
15
286 ft Easy
Willamette National Forest

Salt Creek Falls

Oregon’s second-tallest waterfall plunges 286 feet into a deep canyon. A short 0.6-mile RT to the viewpoint. Continue on to Diamond Creek Falls for a longer adventure. NW Forest Pass required.

 Lower Oneonta Falls gorge, Columbia River Gorge, Oregon
16
100 ft Difficult
Columbia River Gorge

Lower Oneonta Falls

Oregon’s most adventurous waterfall hike — wade through chest-high water and scramble over log jams to reach a 100-foot fall in a narrow basalt gorge. Not dog-friendly. No fee.

 Sweet Creek Falls series, Coast Range, Oregon near Mapleton
17
N/A (series) Easy
Near Mapleton, OR

Sweet Creek Falls

A series of cascades along a 2.2-mile family-friendly trail near the coast. Lush moss-covered landscape and multiple photo viewpoints. No fee for day use.

 Henline Falls, Opal Creek Wilderness, Oregon — 125-foot waterfall
18
125 ft Easy
Opal Creek Wilderness

Henline Falls

A 1.8-mile RT through old-growth forest to a 125-foot waterfall, passing remnants of a historic mining operation. An easy hike with big payoff. No fee.

 Lemolo Falls, Umpqua National Forest, Oregon — wide North Umpqua waterfall
19
102 ft Moderate
Umpqua National Forest

Lemolo Falls

One of Oregon’s widest falls — over 100 feet wide on the North Umpqua River deep in old-growth forest. A 3.4-mile RT with beautiful river views. One of the most iconic in the Pacific Northwest. No fee.

 McDowell Creek Falls, Linn County, Oregon — Royal Terrace Falls
20
119 ft Easy
Willamette Valley

McDowell Creek Falls

A peaceful county park with four distinct waterfalls on a 2.5-mile loop. Royal Terrace Falls (119 ft) is the showstopper — an underrated gem in the Coast Range foothills near Lebanon. No fee.
Complete List

All Oregon Waterfalls

All 251 named waterfalls with elevation and coordinates. Click any column header to sort. Use the search to filter by name.

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