Waterfall Hikes Near Aurora, OR

1,055 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
69 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Aurora? There are 69 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Aurora. 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 45.2284°N, -122.7573°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Aurora

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

67 of 69 gauged

53 of 67 waterfalls near Aurora are flowing strongly today

Ayers Creek Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Strong Stout Creek Falls Strong Stasel Falls Strong Berry Creek Falls Roaring Bonnie Falls Strong Jackson Falls Strong Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Moderate Painter Falls Moderate Coopey Falls Strong Horsetail Falls Strong Mist Falls Strong Multnomah Falls Strong Oneonta Falls Strong Wiesendanger Falls Strong Wahkeena Falls Strong Double Falls Roaring Drake Falls Roaring Drift Creek Falls Roaring Lower North Falls Roaring Lower Shellburg Falls Roaring Lower South Falls Roaring Middle North Falls Roaring North Falls Roaring Shellburg Falls Roaring Winter Falls Roaring Upper North Falls Roaring Twin Falls Roaring South Falls Roaring Eagle Creek Upper Falls Strong Middle Falls Strong The Falls Strong Final Falls Strong Frustration Falls Strong Hideaway Falls Strong Little Niagara Falls Strong Vanishing Falls Strong Stein Falls Strong Split Falls Strong Gunaldo Falls Strong Haines Falls Strong Lee Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Strong Lucia Falls Strong Moulton Falls Strong Salmon Falls Strong Latourell Falls Moderate Upper Latourell Falls Moderate Little Lee Falls Moderate Lower Kalama River Falls Barely Flowing Marietta Falls Barely Flowing Munson Creek Falls Strong Nenamusa Falls Strong Pegleg Falls Strong Ramona Falls Strong Yocum Falls Strong Salmon Falls Roaring Sullivan Creek Falls Roaring Willamette Falls Strong University Falls Roaring

Updated 28 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 73°F

Tod 71°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 72°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 73°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Lab 73°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 76°F Partly Sunny
Wed 84°F Sunny
Thu 80°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Aurora

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Berry Creek Falls Roaring · 109 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Sullivan Creek Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Salmon Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Lower North Falls Roaring · 1720 cfs 94th percentile
  5. 5 Lower Shellburg Falls Roaring · 1720 cfs 94th percentile
  6. 6 Lower South Falls Roaring · 1720 cfs 94th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Aurora (15 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.

Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

24.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
South Falls waterfall

South Falls

17.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Aurora (50 waterfalls)

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

Drift Creek Falls waterfall

Drift Creek Falls

12.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft
Lower South Falls waterfall

Lower South Falls

14.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.9 miles 200 ft
Lower North Falls waterfall

Lower North Falls

15.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

15.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft

All 69 Waterfalls Near Aurora

Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

24.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Drift Creek Falls waterfall

Drift Creek Falls

12.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft
Lower South Falls waterfall

Lower South Falls

14.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.9 miles 200 ft
Lower North Falls waterfall

Lower North Falls

15.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

15.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
South Falls waterfall

South Falls

17.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft
Drake Falls waterfall

Drake Falls

15.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Middle North Falls waterfall

Middle North Falls

15.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 200 ft
Winter Falls waterfall

Winter Falls

15.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

15.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.5 miles 700 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

14.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
North Falls waterfall

North Falls

27.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Abiqua Falls waterfall

Abiqua Falls

19.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Upper North Falls waterfall

Upper North Falls

0.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

19.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

22.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.5 miles 200 ft
Butte Creek Falls waterfall

Butte Creek Falls

21.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft
Eagle Creek Upper Falls waterfall

Eagle Creek Upper Falls

26.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft
Baker Creek Falls waterfall

Baker Creek Falls

35.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shellburg Falls waterfall

Shellburg Falls

20.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Aurora

Are there free waterfalls near Aurora?

There are 35 free waterfalls near Aurora, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Aurora?

There are 15 easy waterfall hikes near Aurora, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Aurora?

There are 50 dog-friendly waterfalls near Aurora, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Aurora?

There are 51 kid-friendly waterfalls near Aurora, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Aurora?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Aurora, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Aurora?

The shortest waterfall hike near Aurora is Abiqua Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Aurora?

The tallest waterfall near Aurora is Multnomah Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Aurora require permits?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Aurora require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Aurora?

Yes, 65 waterfalls near Aurora have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Aurora?

The closest waterfall to Aurora is Willamette Falls, approximately 11.7 miles away.

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