Waterfall Hikes Near Bethany, OR

30,983 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
71 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bethany? There are 71 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bethany. 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 45.5614°N, -122.8370°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bethany

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

69 of 71 gauged

53 of 69 waterfalls near Bethany are flowing strongly today

Ayers Creek Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Strong Stout Creek Falls Strong Stasel Falls Strong Beaver Falls Barely Flowing Bonnie Falls Strong Jackson Falls Strong Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cedar Creek Falls Roaring 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 Elowah Falls Strong Metlako Falls Strong Moffett Falls Strong Punch Bowl Falls Strong Wahe Falls Strong Wahclella Falls Strong Tanner Creek Falls Strong Haines Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Hardy Falls Strong Rodney Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Strong Lucia Falls Strong Moulton Falls Strong Salmon Falls Strong Kalama Falls Strong Washboard Falls Strong Kilchis Falls Strong Little Falls Strong Nehalem Falls Strong Latourell Falls Moderate Upper Latourell Falls Moderate Little Lee Falls Moderate Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Tunnel Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Barely Flowing Marietta Falls Barely Flowing Munson Creek Falls Strong Nenamusa Falls Strong Wilson Falls Roaring Willamette Falls Roaring University Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Tod 71°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sat 73°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Cloudy
Sun 75°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Lab 75°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 77°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 83°F Sunny
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Bethany

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower North Falls Roaring · 1720 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Lower Shellburg Falls Roaring · 1720 cfs 94th percentile
  3. 3 Lower South Falls Roaring · 1720 cfs 94th percentile
  4. 4 Middle North Falls Roaring · 1720 cfs 94th percentile
  5. 5 North Falls Roaring · 1720 cfs 94th percentile
  6. 6 Shellburg Falls Roaring · 1720 cfs 94th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bethany (18 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
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

29.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Bethany (56 waterfalls)

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

Bonnie Falls waterfall

Bonnie Falls

22.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 71 Waterfalls Near Bethany

Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

42.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bonnie Falls waterfall

Bonnie Falls

22.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

24.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Little Lee Falls

29.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

29.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft

Haines Falls

27.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
University Falls waterfall

University Falls

31.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft

Marietta Falls

36.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Lower Kalama River Falls

35.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

3.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Latourell Falls waterfall

Latourell Falls

20.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft
Upper Latourell Falls waterfall

Upper Latourell Falls

20.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft
Fern Rock Falls waterfall

Fern Rock Falls

29.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ki-a-Kuts Falls waterfall

Ki-a-Kuts Falls

24.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

21.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles 70 ft
Coopey Falls waterfall

Coopey Falls

21.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.8 miles 1,500 ft
Lucia Falls waterfall

Lucia Falls

6.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mist Falls waterfall

Mist Falls

22.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wahkeena Falls waterfall

Wahkeena Falls

22.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.2 miles 60 ft
Multnomah Falls waterfall

Multnomah Falls

27.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 870 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bethany

Are there free waterfalls near Bethany?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bethany?

There are 18 easy waterfall hikes near Bethany, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bethany?

There are 56 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bethany, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bethany?

There are 56 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bethany, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Bethany?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bethany?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Bethany?

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

Do any waterfalls near Bethany require permits?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Bethany require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bethany?

Yes, 62 waterfalls near Bethany have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bethany?

The closest waterfall to Bethany is Jackson Falls, approximately 7.3 miles away.

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Mt St Helens Fumaroles

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Bagby Hot Springs

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Austin Hot Springs

61.4 mi 186°F

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