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

45 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 Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Moderate Painter Falls Moderate 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 Metlako Falls Moderate Moffett Falls Moderate Punch Bowl Falls Moderate Wahe Falls Moderate Wahclella Falls Moderate Tanner Creek Falls Moderate Final Falls Strong Frustration Falls Strong Hideaway Falls Strong Little Niagara Falls Strong Vanishing Falls Strong Stein Falls Strong Split Falls Strong Haines Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate 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 Moderate Ramona Falls Moderate Yocum Falls Moderate Salmon Falls Roaring Sullivan Creek Falls Roaring Willamette Falls Roaring University Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours 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 1 hour 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

Lower South Falls waterfall

Lower South Falls

14.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.9 miles 200 ft
South Falls waterfall

South Falls

17.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft
Ramona Falls waterfall

Ramona Falls

30.8 miles away
Oregon
Hard
7.0 miles 800 ft

Ayers Creek Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

21.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 610 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

29.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft
Stasel Falls waterfall

Stasel Falls

21.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Drift Creek Falls waterfall

Drift Creek Falls

12.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft
Shellburg Falls waterfall

Shellburg Falls

20.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 400 ft
Loowit Falls waterfall

Loowit Falls

4.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Shellburg Falls waterfall

Lower Shellburg Falls

23.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 500 ft
Punch Bowl Falls waterfall

Punch Bowl Falls

3.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.2 miles 400 ft
Final Falls waterfall

Final Falls

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

Tunnel Falls

8.6 miles away
Oregon
Hard
12.0 miles 1,640 ft
Frustration Falls waterfall

Frustration Falls

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

Metlako Falls

3.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Vanishing Falls waterfall

Vanishing Falls

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

Salmon Falls

Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Washboard Falls

22.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Henline Falls waterfall

Henline Falls

35.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.8 miles 200 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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Rock Creek Hot Springs

38.6 mi

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Swim Warm Springs

Swim Warm Springs

39.8 mi 79°F

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Austin Hot Springs

Austin Hot Springs

41.4 mi 186°F

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