Waterfall Hikes Near Fossil, OR

485 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fossil? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fossil. 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 44.9981°N, -120.2146°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fossil

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 11 gauged

8 of 9 waterfalls near Fossil are flowing strongly today

Celestial Falls Strong White River Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Roaring Wolf Hollow Falls Roaring Tumwater Falls Roaring Lower Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Thompson Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 75°F

Tod 64°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 65°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 65°F Chance Rain Showers
Lab 68°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Tue 75°F Sunny Best
Wed 78°F Sunny
Thu 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Fossil

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Horseshoe Falls Roaring · 19 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Wolf Hollow Falls Roaring · 19 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Tumwater Falls Roaring · 19 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Thompson Falls Roaring · 19 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Celestial Falls Strong · 99 cfs 88th percentile
  6. 6 White River Falls Strong · 99 cfs 88th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fossil (3 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.

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Fossil

Wolf Hollow Falls

23.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Glutton Falls

26 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buck Falls waterfall

Buck Falls

43.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

45.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Thompson Falls waterfall

Thompson Falls

49.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Tumwater Falls waterfall

Tumwater Falls

29.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sherars Falls waterfall

Sherars Falls

6.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Celestial Falls waterfall

Celestial Falls

3.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White River Falls waterfall

White River Falls

3.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
0.8 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fossil

Are there free waterfalls near Fossil?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Fossil, including Thompson Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fossil?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Fossil, including Lower Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fossil?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fossil, including Celestial Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fossil?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fossil, including Celestial Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fossil?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fossil is Buck Falls at 0.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Fossil?

The tallest waterfall near Fossil is White River Falls at 90 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fossil?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Fossil have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fossil?

The closest waterfall to Fossil is Wolf Hollow Falls, approximately 24.5 miles away.

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