Waterfall Hikes Near Saunders Lake, OR

1,766 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Saunders Lake? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Saunders Lake. 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 43.5214°N, -124.2110°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Saunders Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 20 gauged

13 of 20 waterfalls near Saunders Lake are flowing strongly today

Beaver Creek Falls Roaring Sweet Creek Falls Roaring Coquille River Falls Strong Elk Creek Falls Strong Laverne Falls Roaring Middle Creek Falls Roaring Lost Creek Falls Roaring Lower Kentucky Falls Roaring North Fork Falls Roaring Upper Kentucky Falls Roaring The Horn Roaring Platinum Falls Strong Smith River Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 69°F

Tod 62°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 65°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 63°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Lab 66°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 67°F Partly Sunny
Wed 69°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 68°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Saunders Lake

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Beaver Creek Falls Roaring · 376 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Lost Creek Falls Roaring · 117 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Lower Kentucky Falls Roaring · 260 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 North Fork Falls Roaring · 260 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Upper Kentucky Falls Roaring · 260 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 The Horn Roaring · 260 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Saunders Lake (7 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.

Stulls Falls waterfall

Stulls Falls

15.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

19.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Saunders Lake (14 waterfalls)

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

Estelle Falls

15.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

19.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Saunders Lake

Pidgeon Falls

Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Estelle Falls

15.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Stulls Falls waterfall

Stulls Falls

15.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Henrys Falls waterfall

Henrys Falls

15.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

19.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

19.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

Hewett Falls

21.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Platinum Falls waterfall

Platinum Falls

Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laverne Falls waterfall

Laverne Falls

26.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Middle Creek Falls waterfall

Middle Creek Falls

29.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Smith River Falls waterfall

Smith River Falls

14.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sweet Creek Falls waterfall

Sweet Creek Falls

19.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.2 miles 250 ft
Beaver Creek Falls waterfall

Beaver Creek Falls

39.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
North Fork Falls waterfall

North Fork Falls

42.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Lower Kentucky Falls waterfall

Lower Kentucky Falls

43 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 800 ft
Upper Kentucky Falls waterfall CC

Upper Kentucky Falls

43.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 800 ft
Lost Creek Falls waterfall

Lost Creek Falls

44.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Elk Creek Falls waterfall

Elk Creek Falls

48.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
The Horn waterfall

The Horn

37.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Coquille River Falls waterfall

Coquille River Falls

5.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Saunders Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Saunders Lake?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Saunders Lake, including Coquille River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Saunders Lake?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Saunders Lake, including Coquille River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Saunders Lake?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Saunders Lake, including Beaver Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Saunders Lake?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Saunders Lake, including Beaver Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Saunders Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Saunders Lake is Beaver Creek Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Saunders Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Saunders Lake is Silver Falls at 177 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Saunders Lake?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Saunders Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Saunders Lake?

The closest waterfall to Saunders Lake is Pidgeon Falls, approximately 9 miles away.

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