Waterfall Hikes Near Detroit, OR

102 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
72 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Detroit? There are 72 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Detroit. 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 44.7338°N, -122.1513°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Detroit

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

71 of 72 gauged

41 of 71 waterfalls near Detroit are flowing strongly today

Ayers Creek Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Strong Stout Creek Falls Strong Stasel Falls Strong Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Moderate Painter Falls Moderate Chush Falls Barely Flowing Upper Chush Falls Barely Flowing Coopey Falls Strong Horsetail Falls Strong Mist Falls Strong Multnomah Falls Strong Oneonta Falls Strong Wiesendanger Falls Strong Wahkeena Falls Strong Double Falls Strong Drake Falls Strong Drift Creek Falls Strong Lower North Falls Strong Lower Shellburg Falls Strong Lower South Falls Strong Middle North Falls Strong North Falls Strong Shellburg Falls Strong Winter Falls Strong Upper North Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong South Falls Strong Eagle Creek Upper Falls Moderate Middle Falls Moderate The Falls Moderate Elowah Falls Moderate Final Falls Strong Frustration Falls Strong Hideaway Falls Strong Little Niagara Falls Strong Vanishing Falls Strong Stein Falls Strong Split Falls Strong Gatch Falls Strong Gooch Falls Strong Marion Falls Strong Honey Creek Falls Moderate Indian Hole Falls Moderate Obsidian Falls Moderate Koosah Falls Moderate Sahalie Falls Moderate Latourell Falls Moderate Upper Latourell Falls Moderate Linton Falls Moderate Proxy Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Lower Soda Falls Strong Moose Creek Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Upper Soda Falls Strong McNabb Falls Strong Pegleg Falls Moderate Ramona Falls Moderate Yocum Falls Moderate Salmon Falls Roaring Sullivan Creek Falls Roaring Wizard Falls Moderate Umbrella Falls Barely Flowing Switchback Falls Barely Flowing Tamolitch Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Tod 66°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 71°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 70°F Rain Showers Likely
Lab 72°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Tue 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 85°F Sunny
Thu 82°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Detroit

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Sullivan Creek Falls Roaring · 1570 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Salmon Falls Roaring · 1570 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 South Falls Roaring · 1720 cfs 93rd percentile
  4. 4 Twin Falls Roaring · 1720 cfs 93rd percentile
  5. 5 Upper North Falls Roaring · 1720 cfs 93rd percentile
  6. 6 Winter Falls Roaring · 1720 cfs 93rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Detroit (14 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.

Henline Falls waterfall

Henline Falls

35.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.8 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Detroit (59 waterfalls)

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

Pegleg Falls waterfall

Pegleg Falls

Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
McNabb Falls waterfall

McNabb Falls

45.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gooch Falls waterfall

Gooch Falls

2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 72 Waterfalls Near Detroit

The Falls waterfall

The Falls

19.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hideaway Falls

36.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Vanishing Falls waterfall

Vanishing Falls

29.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Frustration Falls waterfall

Frustration Falls

29.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.0 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

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

Final Falls

29.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Split Falls waterfall

Split Falls

27.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stein Falls waterfall

Stein Falls

27.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Little Niagara Falls

37.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.0 miles 400 ft
Proxy Falls waterfall

Proxy Falls

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

Linton Falls

34.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.2 miles 500 ft
Coopey Falls waterfall

Coopey Falls

21.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.8 miles 1,500 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

21.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles 70 ft
Obsidian Falls waterfall

Obsidian Falls

39.8 miles away
Oregon
Hard
12.0 miles 1,800 ft
Upper Latourell Falls waterfall

Upper Latourell Falls

20.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft
Mist Falls waterfall

Mist Falls

22.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wahkeena Falls waterfall

Wahkeena Falls

22.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.2 miles 60 ft
Latourell Falls waterfall

Latourell Falls

20.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft

Honey Creek Falls

45.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Multnomah Falls waterfall

Multnomah Falls

27.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 870 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Detroit

Are there free waterfalls near Detroit?

There are 38 free waterfalls near Detroit, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Detroit?

There are 14 easy waterfall hikes near Detroit, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Detroit?

There are 59 dog-friendly waterfalls near Detroit, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Detroit?

There are 58 kid-friendly waterfalls near Detroit, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Detroit?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Detroit, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Detroit?

The shortest waterfall hike near Detroit is Abiqua Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Detroit?

The tallest waterfall near Detroit is Multnomah Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Detroit require permits?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Detroit require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Detroit?

Yes, 72 waterfalls near Detroit have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Detroit?

The closest waterfall to Detroit is Sullivan Creek Falls, approximately 10 miles away.

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Belknap Springs

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