Waterfall Hikes Near Sandy, OR

12,592 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
87 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sandy? There are 87 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sandy. 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 45.3988°N, -122.2697°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sandy

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

86 of 87 gauged

69 of 86 waterfalls near Sandy are flowing strongly today

Ayers Creek Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Strong Stout Creek Falls Strong Stasel Falls Strong Bonnie Falls Strong Jackson Falls Strong Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Moderate Painter Falls Moderate 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 Stein Falls Strong Split Falls Strong Haines Falls Strong Lee Falls Strong Hardy Falls Strong Rodney Falls Strong Shipherd Falls Strong 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 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 McNabb Falls Strong Mill Creek Falls Strong Pegleg Falls Strong Ramona Falls Strong Yocum Falls Strong Salmon Falls Roaring Sullivan Creek Falls Roaring Willamette Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Partly Sunny · 72°F

Tod 65°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 66°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 67°F Chance Rain Showers
Lab 67°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Tue 72°F Partly Sunny Best
Wed 80°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 76°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Sandy

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 94th percentile
  2. 2 Lower Shellburg Falls Roaring · 1720 cfs 94th percentile
  3. 3 Lower South Falls Roaring · 1720 cfs 94th percentile
  4. 4 Middle North Falls Roaring · 1720 cfs 94th percentile
  5. 5 Mill Creek Falls Roaring · 2 cfs 94th percentile
  6. 6 North Falls Roaring · 1720 cfs 94th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sandy (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.

22.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.5 miles 200 ft
21.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles 70 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Sandy (68 waterfalls)

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

20.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft
20.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft
26.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft

All 87 Waterfalls Near Sandy

15.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
15.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.5 miles 700 ft
15.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 200 ft
15.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
15.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
15.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
27.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
14.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.9 miles 200 ft
17.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft
21.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
21.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 610 ft
21.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
12.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft
20.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 400 ft
23.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 500 ft
39.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
29.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
45.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
14.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
12.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sandy

Are there free waterfalls near Sandy?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sandy?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sandy?

There are 68 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sandy, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sandy?

There are 69 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sandy, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Sandy?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sandy?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Sandy?

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

Do any waterfalls near Sandy require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sandy?

Yes, 84 waterfalls near Sandy have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sandy?

The closest waterfall to Sandy is The Falls, approximately 5 miles away.

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