Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Shore, WA

6,587 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
77 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake Shore? There are 77 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake Shore. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 45.6911°N, -122.6911°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Shore

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

75 of 77 gauged

6 of 75 waterfalls near Lake Shore are flowing strongly today

Ayers Creek Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Strong Stout Creek Falls Strong Stasel Falls Strong Beaver Falls Moderate Bonnie Falls Moderate Jackson Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cedar Creek Falls Moderate Coopey Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Moderate Mist Falls Moderate Multnomah Falls Moderate Oneonta Falls Moderate Wiesendanger Falls Moderate Wahkeena Falls Moderate Curly Creek Falls Moderate Falls Creek Falls Moderate Double Falls Moderate Drake Falls Moderate Drift Creek Falls Moderate Lower North Falls Moderate Lower Shellburg Falls Moderate Lower South Falls Moderate Middle North Falls Moderate North Falls Moderate Shellburg Falls Moderate Winter Falls Moderate Upper North Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate South Falls Moderate 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 Haines Falls Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing Hardy Falls Moderate Rodney Falls Moderate Shipherd Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Lucia Falls Moderate Moulton Falls Moderate Salmon Falls Moderate Kalama Falls Moderate Washboard Falls Moderate Kilchis Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Nehalem Falls Moderate Lancaster Falls Moderate Punchbowl Falls Moderate Warren Creek Falls Moderate Wah Gwin Gwin Falls Moderate Latourell Falls Moderate Upper Latourell Falls Moderate Little Lee Falls Strong Loowit Falls Moderate Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Tunnel Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Barely Flowing Marietta Falls Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Moderate Willamette Falls Roaring University Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 71°F

Aft 71°F Sunny Best
Sun 71°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Lab 70°F Partly Sunny
Tue 76°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 85°F Sunny
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 73°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Lake Shore

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Willamette Falls Roaring · 317 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Abiqua Falls Strong · 31 cfs 86th percentile
  3. 3 Butte Creek Falls Strong · 31 cfs 86th percentile
  4. 4 Fall Creek Falls Strong · 31 cfs 86th percentile
  5. 5 Ayers Creek Falls Strong · 94 cfs 84th percentile
  6. 6 Horseshoe Falls Strong · 94 cfs 84th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Shore (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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lake Shore (61 waterfalls)

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

Bonnie Falls waterfall

Bonnie Falls

22.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lucia Falls waterfall

Lucia Falls

6.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Kalama River Falls

35.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 77 Waterfalls Near Lake Shore

Wilson Falls waterfall

Wilson Falls

22.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Falls Creek Falls waterfall

Falls Creek Falls

11.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.4 miles 750 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

22.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kilchis Falls

20.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Butte Creek Falls waterfall

Butte Creek Falls

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

Shellburg Falls

20.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 400 ft
Lower Shellburg Falls waterfall

Lower Shellburg Falls

23.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 500 ft
Stasel Falls waterfall

Stasel Falls

21.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 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
Loowit Falls waterfall

Loowit Falls

39.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nehalem Falls waterfall

Nehalem Falls

21.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Stout Creek Falls

27.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Curly Creek Falls waterfall

Curly Creek Falls

14.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Baker Creek Falls waterfall

Baker Creek Falls

35.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Punchbowl Falls waterfall

Punchbowl Falls

Oregon
Moderate
4.2 miles 400 ft
Wah Gwin Gwin Falls waterfall

Wah Gwin Gwin Falls

20 miles away
Oregon
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Shore

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Shore?

There are 38 free waterfalls near Lake Shore, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Shore?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Shore?

There are 61 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake Shore, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Shore?

There are 62 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Shore, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lake Shore?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake Shore?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lake Shore is Abiqua Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lake Shore?

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

Do any waterfalls near Lake Shore require permits?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Lake Shore require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake Shore?

Yes, 68 waterfalls near Lake Shore have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake Shore?

The closest waterfall to Lake Shore is Jackson Falls, approximately 13.7 miles away.

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