Waterfall Hikes Near Prineville Lake Acres, OR

1,266 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Prineville Lake Acres? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Prineville Lake Acres. 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 44.1676°N, -120.7889°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Prineville Lake Acres

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 20 gauged

7 of 19 waterfalls near Prineville Lake Acres are flowing strongly today

Awbrey Falls Roaring Big Falls Roaring Cline Falls Roaring Odin Falls Roaring Steelhead Falls Roaring Benham Falls Low Dillon Falls Low Lava Island Falls Low Paulina Creek Falls Low Upper Falls Deschutes River Low Tumalo Falls Low Chush Falls Barely Flowing Upper Chush Falls Barely Flowing Indian Hole Falls Moderate Obsidian Falls Moderate Linton Falls Moderate Proxy Falls Moderate Lower Falls Roaring Upper Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Tod 63°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 65°F Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Sun 64°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Lab 67°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Tue 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 79°F Sunny
Thu 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny

Flowing best right now near Prineville Lake Acres

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Upper Falls Roaring · 9 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 Lower Falls Roaring · 9 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 Steelhead Falls Roaring · 180 cfs 94th percentile
  4. 4 Odin Falls Roaring · 180 cfs 94th percentile
  5. 5 Cline Falls Roaring · 180 cfs 94th percentile
  6. 6 Big Falls Roaring · 180 cfs 94th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Prineville Lake Acres (10 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.

Cline Falls waterfall

Cline Falls

38.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Odin Falls waterfall

Odin Falls

40.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Steelhead Falls waterfall

Steelhead Falls

13.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Prineville Lake Acres (18 waterfalls)

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

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

15.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Prineville Lake Acres

Awbrey Falls waterfall

Awbrey Falls

32.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cline Falls waterfall

Cline Falls

38.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Odin Falls waterfall

Odin Falls

40.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

15.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Steelhead Falls waterfall

Steelhead Falls

13.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft
Lava Island Falls waterfall

Lava Island Falls

38.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Upper Falls Deschutes River waterfall

Upper Falls Deschutes River

38 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Dillon Falls waterfall

Dillon Falls

36.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Benham Falls waterfall

Benham Falls

35.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Chush Falls

34.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Upper Chush Falls

34.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
5.5 miles 700 ft
Tumalo Falls waterfall

Tumalo Falls

34 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Paulina Creek Falls waterfall

Paulina Creek Falls

31.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Obsidian Falls waterfall

Obsidian Falls

39.8 miles away
Oregon
Hard
12.0 miles 1,800 ft
Linton Falls waterfall

Linton Falls

34.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.2 miles 500 ft
Proxy Falls waterfall

Proxy Falls

22.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft
Indian Hole Falls waterfall

Indian Hole Falls

37.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fall River Falls waterfall

Fall River Falls

37.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Prineville Lake Acres

Are there free waterfalls near Prineville Lake Acres?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Prineville Lake Acres, including Benham Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Prineville Lake Acres?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near Prineville Lake Acres, including Cline Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Prineville Lake Acres?

There are 18 dog-friendly waterfalls near Prineville Lake Acres, including Benham Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Prineville Lake Acres?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Prineville Lake Acres, including Benham Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Prineville Lake Acres?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Prineville Lake Acres, including Cline Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Prineville Lake Acres?

The shortest waterfall hike near Prineville Lake Acres is Awbrey Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Prineville Lake Acres?

The tallest waterfall near Prineville Lake Acres is Proxy Falls at 226 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Prineville Lake Acres require permits?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Prineville Lake Acres require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Prineville Lake Acres?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near Prineville Lake Acres have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Prineville Lake Acres?

The closest waterfall to Prineville Lake Acres is Awbrey Falls, approximately 22.7 miles away.

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