Waterfall Hikes Near Bandon, OR

3,317 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Bandon's waterfalls hide up the Coquille River drainage, an hour or so inland toward Powers where the Siskiyou forest starts. Elk Creek Falls and Coquille River Falls each take 1.2 miles out and back with about 200 feet of gain, dogs fine on both. Lost Creek Falls is closer to a roadside stop at 0.3 miles. Estelle Falls stretches to four miles round trip with 600 feet of climbing. Fifteen falls total, so pick two or three and make a day of the river road.

Located at 43.1141°N, -124.4158°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bandon

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

8 of 15 waterfalls near Bandon are flowing strongly today

Coquille River Falls Strong Stair Creek Falls Strong Elk Creek Falls Strong Kelsey Falls (historical) Roaring Laverne Falls Roaring Middle Creek Falls Roaring Lost Creek Falls Roaring Platinum Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 68°F

Tod 62°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 64°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 63°F Patchy Fog
Lab 66°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 66°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 68°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 67°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Bandon

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lost Creek Falls Roaring · 117 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Platinum Falls Roaring · 855 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Laverne Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 97th percentile
  4. 4 Middle Creek Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 97th percentile
  5. 5 Coquille River Falls Roaring · 2240 cfs 93rd percentile
  6. 6 Stair Creek Falls Roaring · 2240 cfs 93rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bandon (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.

Laverne Falls waterfall

Laverne Falls

26.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Elk Creek Falls waterfall

Elk Creek Falls

48.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Bandon (8 waterfalls)

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

Lost Creek Falls waterfall

Lost Creek Falls

44.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Estelle Falls

15.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Bandon

Middle Creek Falls waterfall

Middle Creek Falls

29.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Laverne Falls waterfall

Laverne Falls

26.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Lost Creek Falls waterfall

Lost Creek Falls

44.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Elk Creek Falls waterfall

Elk Creek Falls

48.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Pidgeon Falls

Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Estelle Falls

15.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Coquille River Falls waterfall

Coquille River Falls

5.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Henrys Falls waterfall

Henrys Falls

15.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stulls Falls waterfall

Stulls Falls

15.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Hewett Falls

21.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

19.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

19.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Stair Creek Falls waterfall

Stair Creek Falls

10.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Platinum Falls waterfall

Platinum Falls

Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kelsey Falls (historical)

23.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bandon

Are there free waterfalls near Bandon?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Bandon, including Coquille River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bandon?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Bandon, including Coquille River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bandon?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bandon, including Coquille River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bandon?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bandon, including Coquille River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bandon?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bandon is Coquille River Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Bandon?

The tallest waterfall near Bandon is Silver Falls at 177 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bandon?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Bandon have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bandon?

The closest waterfall to Bandon is Middle Creek Falls, approximately 22.1 miles away.

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