Waterfall Hikes Near Cave Junction, OR

1,910 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cave Junction? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cave Junction. 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 42.1672°N, -123.6473°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cave Junction

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 20 gauged

14 of 20 waterfalls near Cave Junction are flowing strongly today

Chocolate Falls Moderate Coquille River Falls Strong Stair Creek Falls Strong Dillon Falls Barely Flowing Ti'lomikh Falls Barely Flowing Elk Creek Falls Strong Grave Creek Falls Roaring Kelsey Falls (historical) Roaring Lower Black Bar Falls Roaring Rainie Falls Roaring Upper Black Bar Falls Roaring Ishi Pishi Falls Strong Little Illinois River Falls Strong Loretta Falls Strong Wilderness Falls Strong Maple Falls Moderate Silver Falls Strong Taylor Creek Falls Strong

Updated 22 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 79°F

Tod 67°F Rain Showers Likely
Sat 76°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Sun 74°F Chance Rain Showers
Lab 79°F Sunny Best
Tue 83°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 87°F Sunny
Thu 86°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Cave Junction

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Little Illinois River Falls Roaring · 45 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Taylor Creek Falls Roaring · 121 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 Stair Creek Falls Roaring · 2240 cfs 94th percentile
  4. 4 Coquille River Falls Roaring · 2240 cfs 94th percentile
  5. 5 Upper Black Bar Falls Roaring · 9 cfs 91st percentile
  6. 6 Rainie Falls Roaring · 9 cfs 91st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cave Junction (4 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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cave Junction (11 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
Taylor Creek Falls waterfall

Taylor Creek Falls

38.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Rainie Falls waterfall

Rainie Falls

1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.6 miles 300 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Cave Junction

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
Taylor Creek Falls waterfall

Taylor Creek Falls

38.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Wilderness Falls waterfall

Wilderness Falls

32.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

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

Rainie Falls

1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.6 miles 300 ft
Grave Creek Falls waterfall

Grave Creek Falls

1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Black Bar Falls waterfall

Upper Black Bar Falls

39.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lower Black Bar Falls waterfall

Lower Black Bar Falls

39.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kelsey Falls (historical)

23.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ponytail Falls waterfall

Ponytail Falls

31.4 miles away
California
Easy
0.8 miles 200 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

31.6 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Stair Creek Falls waterfall

Stair Creek Falls

10.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ti'lomikh Falls waterfall

Ti'lomikh Falls

0.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dillon Falls waterfall

Dillon Falls

2.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Coquille River Falls waterfall

Coquille River Falls

5.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Ishi Pishi Falls waterfall

Ishi Pishi Falls

18.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

49 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft
Elk Creek Falls waterfall

Elk Creek Falls

48.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Chocolate Falls

24.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cave Junction

Are there free waterfalls near Cave Junction?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Cave Junction, including Coquille River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cave Junction?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Cave Junction, including Coquille River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cave Junction?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cave Junction, including Coquille River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cave Junction?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cave Junction, including Chocolate Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cave Junction?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cave Junction?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cave Junction is Chocolate Falls at 0.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cave Junction?

The tallest waterfall near Cave Junction is Ponytail Falls at 75 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Cave Junction require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Cave Junction require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cave Junction?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near Cave Junction have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cave Junction?

The closest waterfall to Cave Junction is Little Illinois River Falls, approximately 4.9 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Cave Junction, Oregon

Sulphur Springs

38.7 mi 84°F

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Jackson Hot Springs

40.9 mi 95°F

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