Waterfall Hikes Near Salmon Creek, WA

20,312 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
76 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Salmon Creek? There are 76 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Salmon Creek. 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 45.7099°N, -122.6632°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Salmon Creek

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

74 of 76 gauged

38 of 74 waterfalls near Salmon Creek 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 Strong Coopey Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Moderate Mist Falls Moderate Multnomah Falls Moderate Oneonta Falls Moderate Wiesendanger Falls Moderate Wahkeena Falls Moderate Curly Creek Falls Strong Falls Creek 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 Haines Falls Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing 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 Kilchis Falls Strong Little Falls Strong Nehalem 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 Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Tunnel Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate Marietta Falls Moderate Wilson Falls Strong Willamette Falls Roaring University Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 73°F

Tod 71°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 72°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 73°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Lab 73°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 76°F Partly Sunny
Wed 84°F Sunny
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Salmon Creek

Updated 38 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Willamette Falls Roaring · 285 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 University Falls Strong · 14 cfs 89th percentile
  3. 3 Kilchis Falls Strong · 147 cfs 87th percentile
  4. 4 Little 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 Salmon Creek (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.

Moulton Falls waterfall

Moulton Falls

8.9 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Salmon Creek (61 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
Bonnie Falls waterfall

Bonnie Falls

22.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Kalama River Falls

35.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 76 Waterfalls Near Salmon Creek

Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

3.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lucia Falls waterfall

Lucia Falls

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

Jackson Falls

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

Bonnie Falls

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

Moulton Falls

8.9 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft

Lower Kalama River Falls

35.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

11.7 miles away
Washington
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft

Marietta Falls

36.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Dougan Falls waterfall

Dougan Falls

17.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Latourell Falls waterfall

Latourell Falls

20.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft

Washboard Falls

22.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Latourell Falls waterfall

Upper Latourell Falls

20.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

21.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles 70 ft
Coopey Falls waterfall

Coopey Falls

21.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.8 miles 1,500 ft
Mist Falls waterfall

Mist Falls

22.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wahkeena Falls waterfall

Wahkeena Falls

22.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.2 miles 60 ft
Multnomah Falls waterfall

Multnomah Falls

27.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 870 ft
Wiesendanger Falls waterfall

Wiesendanger Falls

14.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 700 ft
Rodney Falls waterfall

Rodney Falls

17 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 850 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Salmon Creek

Are there free waterfalls near Salmon Creek?

There are 38 free waterfalls near Salmon Creek, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Salmon Creek?

There are 18 easy waterfall hikes near Salmon Creek, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Salmon Creek?

There are 61 dog-friendly waterfalls near Salmon Creek, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Salmon Creek?

There are 62 kid-friendly waterfalls near Salmon Creek, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Salmon Creek?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Salmon Creek, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Salmon Creek?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Salmon Creek?

The tallest waterfall near Salmon Creek is Multnomah Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Salmon Creek require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Salmon Creek?

Yes, 67 waterfalls near Salmon Creek have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Salmon Creek?

The closest waterfall to Salmon Creek is Salmon Falls, approximately 12.4 miles away.

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