Waterfall Hikes Near Orchards, WA

29,214 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
84 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Orchards? There are 84 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Orchards. 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 45.6890°N, -122.5306°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Orchards

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

82 of 84 gauged

65 of 82 waterfalls near Orchards are flowing strongly today

Ayers Creek Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Strong Stout Creek Falls Strong Stasel Falls Strong Beaver Falls Barely Flowing Bonnie Falls Strong Jackson Falls Strong Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cedar Creek Falls Roaring Coopey Falls Strong Horsetail Falls Strong Mist Falls Strong Multnomah Falls Strong Oneonta Falls Strong Wiesendanger Falls Strong Wahkeena Falls Strong Curly Creek Falls Strong Falls Creek Falls Strong Double Falls Roaring Drake Falls Roaring Drift Creek Falls Roaring Lower North Falls Roaring Lower Shellburg Falls Roaring Lower South Falls Roaring Middle North Falls Roaring North Falls Roaring Shellburg Falls Roaring Winter Falls Roaring Upper North Falls Roaring Twin Falls Roaring South Falls Roaring Eagle Creek Upper Falls Strong Middle Falls Strong The Falls Strong Elowah Falls Strong Metlako Falls Strong Moffett Falls Strong Punch Bowl Falls Strong Wahe Falls Strong Wahclella Falls Strong Tanner Creek Falls Strong Final Falls Strong Frustration Falls Strong Hideaway Falls Strong Little Niagara Falls Strong Vanishing Falls Strong Haines Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Hardy Falls Strong Rodney Falls Strong Shipherd Falls Strong Harmony Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Strong Lucia Falls Strong Moulton Falls Strong Salmon Falls Strong Kalama Falls Strong Washboard Falls Strong Lancaster Falls Strong Punchbowl Falls Strong Warren Creek Falls Strong Wah Gwin Gwin Falls Strong Latourell Falls Moderate Upper Latourell Falls Moderate Little Lee Falls Moderate Loowit Falls Strong Paradise Falls Strong Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Tunnel Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Barely Flowing Marietta Falls Barely Flowing Ramona Falls Strong Yocum Falls Strong Salmon Falls Roaring Wilson Falls Strong Willamette Falls Roaring University Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 84°F

Tod 70°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 71°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 72°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Lab 72°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Tue 76°F Partly Sunny
Wed 84°F Sunny Best
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Orchards

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower North Falls Roaring · 1720 cfs 93rd percentile
  2. 2 Lower Shellburg Falls Roaring · 1720 cfs 93rd percentile
  3. 3 Lower South Falls Roaring · 1720 cfs 93rd percentile
  4. 4 Middle North Falls Roaring · 1720 cfs 93rd percentile
  5. 5 North Falls Roaring · 1720 cfs 93rd percentile
  6. 6 Shellburg Falls Roaring · 1720 cfs 93rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Orchards (19 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.

Moulton Falls waterfall

Moulton Falls

8.9 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

11.7 miles away
Washington
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

24.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Orchards (66 waterfalls)

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

Lucia Falls waterfall

Lucia Falls

6.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dougan Falls waterfall

Dougan Falls

17.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 84 Waterfalls Near Orchards

Little Niagara Falls

37.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.0 miles 400 ft
Wilson Falls waterfall

Wilson Falls

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

Yocum Falls

36.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hideaway Falls

36.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Orchards

Are there free waterfalls near Orchards?

There are 40 free waterfalls near Orchards, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Orchards?

There are 19 easy waterfall hikes near Orchards, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Orchards?

There are 66 dog-friendly waterfalls near Orchards, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Orchards?

There are 66 kid-friendly waterfalls near Orchards, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Orchards?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Orchards?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Orchards?

The tallest waterfall near Orchards is Multnomah Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Orchards require permits?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Orchards require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Orchards?

Yes, 77 waterfalls near Orchards have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Orchards?

The closest waterfall to Orchards is Salmon Falls, approximately 7.8 miles away.

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