Waterfall Hikes Near Cape Meares, OR

199 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
26 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cape Meares? There are 26 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cape Meares. 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 45.5153°N, -123.9536°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cape Meares

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

25 of 26 gauged

19 of 25 waterfalls near Cape Meares are flowing strongly today

Barth Falls Roaring Fishhawk Falls Roaring Gnat Creek Falls Roaring Youngs River Falls Roaring Chitwood Falls Strong Gunaldo Falls Strong Echo Falls Roaring Euchre Falls Roaring Silver Falls Roaring Valsetz Falls Roaring Haines Falls Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing Jackson Falls Moderate Kilchis Falls Strong Little Falls Strong Nehalem Falls Strong North Fork Falls Strong Little Lee Falls Moderate Martin Falls Roaring Munson Creek Falls Strong Nenamusa Falls Strong Wilson Falls Strong University Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 66°F

Aft 60°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 60°F Areas Of Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 61°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Lab 60°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Tue 62°F Partly Sunny
Wed 66°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 63°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Cape Meares

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Barth Falls Roaring · 60 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Fishhawk Falls Roaring · 60 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Gnat Creek Falls Roaring · 60 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Youngs River Falls Roaring · 60 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Silver Falls Roaring · 324 cfs 97th percentile
  6. 6 Echo Falls Roaring · 324 cfs 97th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cape Meares (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.

Munson Creek Falls waterfall

Munson Creek Falls

13 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cape Meares (13 waterfalls)

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

Kilchis Falls

20.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Nehalem Falls waterfall

Nehalem Falls

21.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
North Fork Falls waterfall

North Fork Falls

26.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

All 26 Waterfalls Near Cape Meares

Munson Creek Falls waterfall

Munson Creek Falls

13 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Kilchis Falls

20.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Nehalem Falls waterfall

Nehalem Falls

21.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wilson Falls waterfall

Wilson Falls

22.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
North Fork Falls waterfall

North Fork Falls

26.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Chitwood Falls waterfall

Chitwood Falls

20 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
Fern Rock Falls waterfall

Fern Rock Falls

29.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Gunaldo Falls

25.1 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
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

22.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Nenamusa Falls

12.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Haines Falls

27.6 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
Echo Falls waterfall

Echo Falls

29 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Little Lee Falls

29.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Youngs River Falls waterfall

Youngs River Falls

35 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Fishhawk Falls waterfall

Fishhawk Falls

31.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Barth Falls

32.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Baker Creek Falls waterfall

Baker Creek Falls

35.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cape Meares

Are there free waterfalls near Cape Meares?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Cape Meares, including Barth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cape Meares?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Cape Meares, including Fishhawk Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cape Meares?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cape Meares, including Barth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cape Meares?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cape Meares, including Barth Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cape Meares?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Cape Meares, including Youngs River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cape Meares?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cape Meares is Baker Creek Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cape Meares?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cape Meares?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Cape Meares have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cape Meares?

The closest waterfall to Cape Meares is Munson Creek Falls, approximately 15.7 miles away.

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