Waterfall Hikes Near Brooks, OR

311 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
47 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Brooks? There are 47 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Brooks. 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 45.0508°N, -122.9575°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Brooks

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

46 of 47 gauged

12 of 46 waterfalls near Brooks are flowing strongly today

Ayers Creek Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Strong Stout Creek Falls Strong Stasel Falls Strong Berry Creek Falls Strong Bonnie Falls Moderate Jackson Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Painter Falls Moderate Chitwood Falls Moderate Gunaldo Falls Moderate Double Falls Moderate Drake Falls Moderate Drift Creek Falls Moderate Lower North Falls Moderate Lower Shellburg Falls Moderate Lower South Falls Moderate Middle North Falls Moderate North Falls Moderate Shellburg Falls Moderate Winter Falls Moderate Upper North Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate South Falls Moderate Eagle Creek Upper Falls Moderate Middle Falls Moderate The Falls Moderate Echo Falls Strong Silver Falls Strong Valsetz Falls Strong Haines Falls Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing Little Lee Falls Strong Munson Creek Falls Moderate Nenamusa Falls Moderate Pegleg Falls Moderate Salmon Falls Roaring Sullivan Creek Falls Roaring Willamette Falls Roaring University Falls Moderate

Updated 12 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Tod 70°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 69°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 70°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 76°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 85°F Sunny
Thu 80°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 72°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Brooks

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Willamette Falls Roaring · 317 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Sullivan Creek Falls Strong · 1570 cfs 88th percentile
  3. 3 Salmon Falls Strong · 1570 cfs 88th percentile
  4. 4 Abiqua Falls Strong · 31 cfs 86th percentile
  5. 5 Butte Creek Falls Strong · 31 cfs 86th percentile
  6. 6 Fall Creek Falls Strong · 31 cfs 86th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Brooks (10 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.

South Falls waterfall

South Falls

17.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Brooks (31 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
Drake Falls waterfall

Drake Falls

15.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft

All 47 Waterfalls Near Brooks

Chitwood Falls waterfall

Chitwood Falls

20 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
Painter Falls waterfall

Painter Falls

46.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

47.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Fern Rock Falls waterfall

Fern Rock Falls

29.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Munson Creek Falls waterfall

Munson Creek Falls

13 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Echo Falls waterfall

Echo Falls

29 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Brooks

Are there free waterfalls near Brooks?

There are 19 free waterfalls near Brooks, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Brooks?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near Brooks, including Butte Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Brooks?

There are 31 dog-friendly waterfalls near Brooks, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Brooks?

There are 33 kid-friendly waterfalls near Brooks, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Brooks?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Brooks, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Brooks?

The shortest waterfall hike near Brooks is Abiqua Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Brooks?

The tallest waterfall near Brooks is Munson Creek Falls at 319 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Brooks require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Brooks requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Brooks?

Yes, 45 waterfalls near Brooks have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Brooks?

The closest waterfall to Brooks is Drift Creek Falls, approximately 18 miles away.

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