Waterfall Hikes Near Elmira, OR

408 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Elmira? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Elmira. 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 44.0700°N, -123.3588°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Elmira

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 19 gauged

16 of 19 waterfalls near Elmira are flowing strongly today

Alsea Falls Roaring Green Peak Falls Roaring Beaver Creek Falls Roaring Sweet Creek Falls Roaring Berry Creek Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Roaring Fall Creek Falls Roaring Chichester Falls Strong Lower Kentucky Falls Roaring North Fork Falls Roaring Upper Kentucky Falls Roaring The Horn Roaring Moonfalls Low Pinard Falls Low Spirit Falls Low Platinum Falls Strong Siuslaw Falls Roaring Smith River Falls Roaring Wildwood Falls Strong

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Tod 68°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 72°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 72°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 76°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 81°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Elmira

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Smith River Falls Roaring · 24 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Sweet Creek Falls Roaring · 376 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 The Horn Roaring · 260 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Upper Kentucky Falls Roaring · 260 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Siuslaw Falls Roaring · 24 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 North Fork Falls Roaring · 260 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Elmira (6 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.

Alsea Falls waterfall

Alsea Falls

7.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Elmira (15 waterfalls)

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

Siuslaw Falls waterfall

Siuslaw Falls

25.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Green Peak Falls waterfall

Green Peak Falls

7.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Kentucky Falls waterfall CC

Upper Kentucky Falls

43.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 800 ft
Lower Kentucky Falls waterfall

Lower Kentucky Falls

43 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 800 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near Elmira

Siuslaw Falls waterfall

Siuslaw Falls

25.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alsea Falls waterfall

Alsea Falls

7.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft
The Horn waterfall

The Horn

37.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Green Peak Falls waterfall

Green Peak Falls

7.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Kentucky Falls waterfall CC

Upper Kentucky Falls

43.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 800 ft
Lower Kentucky Falls waterfall

Lower Kentucky Falls

43 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 800 ft
North Fork Falls waterfall

North Fork Falls

42.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Beaver Creek Falls waterfall

Beaver Creek Falls

39.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sweet Creek Falls waterfall

Sweet Creek Falls

19.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.2 miles 250 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

47.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

23.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Smith River Falls waterfall

Smith River Falls

14.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Chichester Falls

14.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wildwood Falls waterfall

Wildwood Falls

10.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

22.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Platinum Falls waterfall

Platinum Falls

Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spirit Falls waterfall

Spirit Falls

16.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Moonfalls waterfall

Moonfalls

17.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft

Pinard Falls

19 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Elmira

Are there free waterfalls near Elmira?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Elmira, including Cascade Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Elmira?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Elmira, including Alsea Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Elmira?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Elmira, including Alsea Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Elmira?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Elmira, including Alsea Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Elmira?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Elmira, including Alsea Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Elmira?

The shortest waterfall hike near Elmira is Alsea Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Elmira?

The tallest waterfall near Elmira is Pinard Falls at 105 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Elmira?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Elmira have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Elmira?

The closest waterfall to Elmira is Siuslaw Falls, approximately 10.8 miles away.

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