Waterfall Hikes Near Eugene, OR

270,990 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Kentucky Falls is the drive Eugene hikers make when they have a whole day, a long run of forest roads west into the Coast Range, then 4.4 miles round trip with 800 feet of gain to stand under the upper and lower drops. Wildwood Falls asks almost nothing, a tenth of a mile near Culp Creek with swimming below and dogs welcome. Alsea Falls to the north runs a 2.4 mile loop. Thirty one falls come up within fifty miles of town.

Located at 44.0564°N, -123.1174°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Eugene

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

31 of 31 gauged

20 of 31 waterfalls near Eugene are flowing strongly today

Alsea Falls Roaring Green Peak Falls Roaring Beaver Creek Falls Roaring Sweet Creek Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Roaring Fall Creek Falls Roaring Chichester Falls Strong Grouse Mountain Falls Barely Flowing Lower Parker Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Barely Flowing Salt Creek Falls Barely Flowing Upper Parker Falls Barely Flowing Smith Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kentucky Falls Roaring North Fork Falls Roaring Upper Kentucky Falls Roaring The Horn Roaring Lower Soda Falls Strong Moose Creek Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Upper Soda Falls Strong Lower Trestle Creek Falls Low Moonfalls Low Pinard Falls Low Upper Trestle Creek Falls Low Spirit Falls Low Siuslaw Falls Roaring Smith River Falls Roaring Wolf Creek Falls Strong Susan Creek Falls Strong Wildwood Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Tod 68°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 72°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 71°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 76°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 81°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Eugene

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Siuslaw Falls Roaring · 23 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Beaver Creek Falls Roaring · 376 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Sweet Creek Falls Roaring · 376 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Smith River Falls Roaring · 23 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 North Fork Falls Roaring · 256 cfs 99th percentile
  6. 6 Upper Kentucky Falls Roaring · 256 cfs 99th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Eugene (10 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 Eugene (28 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
Wildwood Falls waterfall

Wildwood Falls

10.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near Eugene

Smith River Falls waterfall

Smith River Falls

14.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

37.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

23.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Soda Falls waterfall

Lower Soda Falls

38.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Soda Falls waterfall

Upper Soda Falls

39.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Susan Creek Falls waterfall

Susan Creek Falls

31.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Grouse Mountain Falls

25.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

Moose Creek Falls

39.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

26.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

4.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Wolf Creek Falls waterfall

Wolf Creek Falls

35.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Eugene

Are there free waterfalls near Eugene?

There are 24 free waterfalls near Eugene, including Cascade Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Eugene?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near Eugene, including Alsea Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Eugene?

There are 28 dog-friendly waterfalls near Eugene, including Alsea Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Eugene?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near Eugene, including Alsea Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Eugene?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Eugene?

The shortest waterfall hike near Eugene is Alsea Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Eugene?

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

Do any waterfalls near Eugene require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Eugene requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Eugene?

Yes, 31 waterfalls near Eugene have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Eugene?

The closest waterfall to Eugene is Siuslaw Falls, approximately 20.4 miles away.

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