Waterfall Hikes Near Brookings, OR

6,719 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Brookings? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Brookings. 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 42.0697°N, -124.3002°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Brookings

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

8 of 8 waterfalls near Brookings are flowing strongly today

Coquille River Falls Strong Stair Creek Falls Strong Elk Creek Falls Strong Little Illinois River Falls Strong Loretta Falls Strong Wilderness Falls Strong Silver Falls Strong Taylor Creek Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 63°F

Tod 56°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 56°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 60°F Patchy Fog
Lab 61°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 64°F Partly Sunny
Wed 63°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 62°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Brookings

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Little Illinois River Falls Roaring · 47 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Coquille River Falls Roaring · 2240 cfs 93rd percentile
  3. 3 Stair Creek Falls Roaring · 2240 cfs 93rd percentile
  4. 4 Silver Falls Strong · 320 cfs 85th percentile
  5. 5 Elk Creek Falls Strong · 33 cfs 84th percentile
  6. 6 Taylor Creek Falls Strong · 110 cfs 83rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Brookings (3 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.

Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

32.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Coquille River Falls waterfall

Coquille River Falls

5.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Brookings (5 waterfalls)

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

Little Illinois River Falls waterfall

Little Illinois River Falls

36.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Brookings

Little Illinois River Falls waterfall

Little Illinois River Falls

36.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Loretta Falls

42.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

32.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Wilderness Falls waterfall

Wilderness Falls

32.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Coquille River Falls waterfall

Coquille River Falls

5.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Stair Creek Falls waterfall

Stair Creek Falls

10.5 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
Taylor Creek Falls waterfall

Taylor Creek Falls

38.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Brookings

Are there free waterfalls near Brookings?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Brookings, including Coquille River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Brookings?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Brookings, including Coquille River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Brookings?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Brookings, including Coquille River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Brookings?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Brookings, including Coquille River Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Brookings?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Brookings, including Little Illinois River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Brookings?

The shortest waterfall hike near Brookings is Coquille River Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Brookings?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Brookings have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Brookings?

The closest waterfall to Brookings is Little Illinois River Falls, approximately 34.5 miles away.

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