Waterfall Hikes Near Crescent Lake, OR

14 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
52 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Crescent Lake? There are 52 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Crescent Lake. 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 43.5097°N, -121.9354°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Crescent Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

47 of 52 gauged

10 of 47 waterfalls near Crescent Lake are flowing strongly today

Annie Falls Moderate Duwee Falls Moderate Benham Falls Low Dillon Falls Low Lava Island Falls Low Paulina Creek Falls Low Upper Falls Deschutes River Low Tumalo Falls Low Chichester Falls Strong Chush Falls Barely Flowing Upper Chush Falls Barely Flowing Clearwater Falls Strong Whitehorse Falls Strong Clover Falls Strong Hemlock Falls Strong Little Falls Strong Yakso Falls Strong Steamboat Falls Strong Deer Lick Falls Moderate Muir Creek Falls Moderate Grouse Mountain Falls Low Lower Parker Falls Low Salmon Falls Low Salt Creek Falls Low Upper Parker Falls Low Smith Falls Low Honey Creek Falls Moderate Indian Hole Falls Moderate Obsidian Falls Moderate Koosah Falls Moderate Sahalie Falls Moderate Lemolo Falls Barely Flowing Linton Falls Moderate Proxy Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Lower Trestle Creek Falls Low Moonfalls Low Pinard Falls Low Upper Trestle Creek Falls Low Spirit Falls Low Red Blanket Falls Low Stuart Falls Low Wildwood Falls Strong Watson Falls Moderate Toketee Falls Moderate Tamolitch Falls Barely Flowing Susan Creek Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Tod 54°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 61°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 59°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 64°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 72°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 74°F Sunny
Thu 75°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Crescent Lake

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Wildwood Falls Strong · 49 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Little Falls Strong · 49 cfs 85th percentile
  3. 3 Steamboat Falls Strong · 49 cfs 85th percentile
  4. 4 Clover Falls Strong · 49 cfs 85th percentile
  5. 5 Yakso Falls Strong · 49 cfs 85th percentile
  6. 6 Hemlock Falls Strong · 49 cfs 85th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Crescent Lake (16 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.

Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

21.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Crescent Lake (44 waterfalls)

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

Diamond Creek Falls waterfall

Diamond Creek Falls

20.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 500 ft
Lillian Falls waterfall

Lillian Falls

45 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Lemolo Falls waterfall

Lemolo Falls

40.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.4 miles 500 ft
Clearwater Falls waterfall

Clearwater Falls

5.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pringle Falls

36.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 52 Waterfalls Near Crescent Lake

Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

21.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Diamond Creek Falls waterfall

Diamond Creek Falls

20.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 500 ft
Lillian Falls waterfall

Lillian Falls

45 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Lemolo Falls waterfall

Lemolo Falls

40.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.4 miles 500 ft
Clearwater Falls waterfall

Clearwater Falls

5.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pringle Falls

36.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whitehorse Falls waterfall

Whitehorse Falls

6.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Honey Creek Falls

45.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

4.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

26.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fall River Falls waterfall

Fall River Falls

37.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Indian Hole Falls waterfall

Indian Hole Falls

37.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Grouse Mountain Falls

25.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Proxy Falls waterfall

Proxy Falls

22.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft
Watson Falls waterfall

Watson Falls

3.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.6 miles 300 ft
Toketee Falls waterfall

Toketee Falls

6.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.8 miles 200 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

30.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Linton Falls waterfall

Linton Falls

34.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.2 miles 500 ft

Upper Parker Falls

23 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Lower Parker Falls

11.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.2 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Crescent Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Crescent Lake?

There are 29 free waterfalls near Crescent Lake, including Benham Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Crescent Lake?

There are 16 easy waterfall hikes near Crescent Lake, including Dillon Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Crescent Lake?

There are 44 dog-friendly waterfalls near Crescent Lake, including Benham Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Crescent Lake?

There are 44 kid-friendly waterfalls near Crescent Lake, including Annie Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Crescent Lake?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Crescent Lake, including Steamboat Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Crescent Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Crescent Lake is Annie Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Crescent Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Crescent Lake is Salt Creek Falls at 286 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Crescent Lake require permits?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Crescent Lake require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Crescent Lake?

Yes, 52 waterfalls near Crescent Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Crescent Lake?

The closest waterfall to Crescent Lake is Fall Creek Falls, approximately 12.6 miles away.

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