Waterfall Hikes Near Happy Valley, OR

24,381 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
88 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Happy Valley? There are 88 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Happy Valley. 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 45.4358°N, -122.5081°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Happy Valley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

86 of 88 gauged

33 of 86 waterfalls near Happy Valley are flowing strongly today

Ayers Creek Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Strong Stout Creek Falls Strong Stasel Falls Strong Bonnie Falls Moderate Jackson Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Painter Falls Moderate Coopey Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Moderate Mist Falls Moderate Multnomah Falls Moderate Oneonta Falls Moderate Wiesendanger Falls Moderate Wahkeena Falls Moderate 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 Metlako Falls Moderate Moffett Falls Moderate Punch Bowl Falls Moderate Wahe Falls Moderate Wahclella Falls Moderate Tanner Creek Falls Moderate Falls Creek Falls Strong Final Falls Moderate Frustration Falls Moderate Hideaway Falls Moderate Little Niagara Falls Moderate Vanishing Falls Moderate Stein Falls Moderate Split Falls Moderate Haines Falls Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing Hardy Falls Strong Rodney Falls Strong Shipherd Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Strong Lucia Falls Strong Moulton Falls Strong Salmon Falls Strong Kalama Falls Moderate Washboard Falls Moderate Lancaster Falls Strong Punchbowl Falls Strong Warren Creek Falls Strong Latourell Falls Moderate Upper Latourell Falls Moderate Little Lee Falls Moderate Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Sahale Falls Barely Flowing Wallalute Falls Barely Flowing Umbrella Falls Barely Flowing Tunnel Falls Barely Flowing Tamanawas Falls Barely Flowing Switchback Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate Marietta Falls Moderate Pegleg Falls Strong Ramona Falls Moderate Yocum Falls Moderate Salmon Falls Roaring Sullivan Creek Falls Roaring Willamette Falls Roaring University Falls Strong

Updated 12 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Aft 69°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 70°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 71°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Lab 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 74°F Partly Sunny
Wed 82°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 78°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Happy Valley

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Willamette Falls Roaring · 278 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Sullivan Creek Falls Roaring · 1580 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Salmon Falls Roaring · 1580 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 University Falls Strong · 14 cfs 89th percentile
  5. 5 Abiqua Falls Strong · 31 cfs 86th percentile
  6. 6 Butte Creek Falls Strong · 31 cfs 86th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Happy Valley (18 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.

Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

24.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

22.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Happy Valley (70 waterfalls)

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

Upper Latourell Falls waterfall

Upper Latourell Falls

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

Latourell Falls

20.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft

All 88 Waterfalls Near Happy Valley

Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

24.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

19.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Latourell Falls waterfall

Upper Latourell Falls

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

Latourell Falls

20.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

22.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.5 miles 200 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

3.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

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

Coopey Falls

21.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.8 miles 1,500 ft
Eagle Creek Upper Falls waterfall

Eagle Creek Upper Falls

26.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft
Lucia Falls waterfall

Lucia Falls

6.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Multnomah Falls waterfall

Multnomah Falls

27.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 870 ft
Wiesendanger Falls waterfall

Wiesendanger Falls

14.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 700 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

14.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Moulton Falls waterfall

Moulton Falls

8.9 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft
Butte Creek Falls waterfall

Butte Creek Falls

21.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft
Oneonta Falls waterfall

Oneonta Falls

12.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

12.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 610 ft
Dougan Falls waterfall

Dougan Falls

17.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Happy Valley

Are there free waterfalls near Happy Valley?

There are 42 free waterfalls near Happy Valley, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Happy Valley?

There are 18 easy waterfall hikes near Happy Valley, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Happy Valley?

There are 70 dog-friendly waterfalls near Happy Valley, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Happy Valley?

There are 70 kid-friendly waterfalls near Happy Valley, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Happy Valley?

There are 7 waterfalls that allow swimming near Happy Valley, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Happy Valley?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Happy Valley?

The tallest waterfall near Happy Valley is Multnomah Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Happy Valley require permits?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Happy Valley require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Happy Valley?

Yes, 83 waterfalls near Happy Valley have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Happy Valley?

The closest waterfall to Happy Valley is Willamette Falls, approximately 9 miles away.

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Moffetts (Bonneville) Hot Springs

Moffetts (Bonneville) Hot Springs

34.0 mi 97°F

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Mount Hood Fumaroles

Mount Hood Fumaroles

37.4 mi 194°F

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Bagby Hot Springs

Bagby Hot Springs

38.6 mi 136°F

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38.6 mi

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Swim Warm Springs

Swim Warm Springs

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Austin Hot Springs

Austin Hot Springs

41.4 mi 186°F

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