Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Oswego, OR

40,457 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
85 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake Oswego? There are 85 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake Oswego. 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 45.4129°N, -122.7004°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Oswego

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

83 of 85 gauged

39 of 83 waterfalls near Lake Oswego 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 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 Final Falls Strong Frustration Falls Strong Hideaway Falls Strong Little Niagara Falls Strong Vanishing Falls Strong Stein Falls Strong Split Falls Strong Haines Falls Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing Hardy Falls Strong Rodney Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Strong Lucia Falls Strong Moulton Falls Strong Salmon Falls Strong Kalama Falls Moderate Washboard Falls Moderate Kilchis 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 Munson Creek Falls Strong Nenamusa Falls Strong Pegleg Falls Strong Ramona Falls Moderate Yocum Falls Moderate Salmon Falls Roaring Sullivan Creek Falls Roaring Wilson Falls Strong Willamette Falls Roaring University Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 84°F

Aft 71°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 72°F Areas Of Fog
Sun 73°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Lab 74°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 76°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Wed 84°F Sunny Best
Thu 80°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Lake Oswego

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Willamette Falls Roaring · 285 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Sullivan Creek Falls Roaring · 1580 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Salmon Falls Roaring · 1580 cfs 98th percentile
  4. 4 Kilchis Falls Strong · 147 cfs 87th percentile
  5. 5 Lower North Falls Strong · 1710 cfs 87th percentile
  6. 6 Lower Shellburg Falls Strong · 1710 cfs 87th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Oswego (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 Lake Oswego (65 waterfalls)

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

Drift Creek Falls waterfall

Drift Creek Falls

12.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft

All 85 Waterfalls Near Lake Oswego

Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

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

Jackson Falls

42.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

19.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

22.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.5 miles 200 ft
Drift Creek Falls waterfall

Drift Creek Falls

12.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft

Little Lee Falls

29.7 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
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

29.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft
Lower South Falls waterfall

Lower South Falls

14.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.9 miles 200 ft
Lower North Falls waterfall

Lower North Falls

15.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

15.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
South Falls waterfall

South Falls

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

Drake Falls

15.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Eagle Creek Upper Falls waterfall

Eagle Creek Upper Falls

26.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft
Middle North Falls waterfall

Middle North Falls

15.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 200 ft
Winter Falls waterfall

Winter Falls

15.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

15.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.5 miles 700 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

3.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

14.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Oswego

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Oswego?

There are 39 free waterfalls near Lake Oswego, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Oswego?

There are 18 easy waterfall hikes near Lake Oswego, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Oswego?

There are 65 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake Oswego, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Oswego?

There are 65 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Oswego, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lake Oswego?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Lake Oswego, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake Oswego?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lake Oswego is Abiqua Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lake Oswego?

The tallest waterfall near Lake Oswego is Multnomah Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Lake Oswego require permits?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Lake Oswego require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake Oswego?

Yes, 80 waterfalls near Lake Oswego have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake Oswego?

The closest waterfall to Lake Oswego is Willamette Falls, approximately 6.3 miles away.

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Swim Warm Springs

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Austin Hot Springs

48.4 mi 186°F

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