Waterfall Hikes Near Sweet Home, OR

9,852 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
59 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sweet Home? There are 59 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sweet Home. 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 44.4023°N, -122.7028°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sweet Home

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

59 of 59 gauged

33 of 59 waterfalls near Sweet Home are flowing strongly today

Alsea Falls Roaring Green Peak Falls Roaring Ayers Creek Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Strong Stout Creek Falls Strong Stasel Falls Strong Cascade Falls Moderate Painter Falls Moderate Chichester 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 Fall Creek Falls Roaring Gatch Falls Strong Gooch Falls Strong Marion Falls Strong Grouse Mountain Falls Barely Flowing Lower Parker Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Barely Flowing Salt Creek Falls Barely Flowing Upper Parker Falls Barely Flowing Smith Falls Barely Flowing Honey Creek Falls Moderate Obsidian Falls Moderate Koosah Falls Moderate Sahalie Falls Moderate Linton Falls Moderate Proxy Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Lower Soda Falls Strong Moose Creek Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Upper Soda Falls Strong Lower Trestle Creek Falls Low Moonfalls Low Pinard Falls Low Upper Trestle Creek Falls Low Spirit Falls Low McNabb Falls Strong Pegleg Falls Moderate Salmon Falls Roaring Sullivan Creek Falls Roaring Willamette Falls Roaring Wildwood Falls Strong Tamolitch Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 73°F

Aft 68°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 72°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 71°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 73°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 76°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 81°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 79°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Sweet Home

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Willamette Falls Roaring · 278 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Fall Creek Falls Roaring · 508 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Sullivan Creek Falls Roaring · 1580 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Salmon Falls Roaring · 1580 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Alsea Falls Strong · 5 cfs 89th percentile
  6. 6 Green Peak Falls Strong · 5 cfs 89th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sweet Home (15 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.

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

37.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

47.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Sweet Home (51 waterfalls)

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

Lower Soda Falls waterfall

Lower Soda Falls

38.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Soda Falls waterfall

Upper Soda Falls

39.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Moose Creek Falls

39.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Painter Falls waterfall

Painter Falls

46.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

All 59 Waterfalls Near Sweet Home

Lower Soda Falls waterfall

Lower Soda Falls

38.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Soda Falls waterfall

Upper Soda Falls

39.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Moose Creek Falls

39.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

37.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Painter Falls waterfall

Painter Falls

46.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

47.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Lower Shellburg Falls waterfall

Lower Shellburg Falls

23.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 500 ft
Shellburg Falls waterfall

Shellburg Falls

20.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 400 ft
Stasel Falls waterfall

Stasel Falls

21.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Drift Creek Falls waterfall

Drift Creek Falls

12.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

21.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 610 ft

Ayers Creek Falls

21.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Falls waterfall

South Falls

17.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft
Lower South Falls waterfall

Lower South Falls

14.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.9 miles 200 ft

Stout Creek Falls

27.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Winter Falls waterfall

Winter Falls

15.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Drake Falls waterfall

Drake Falls

15.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Lower North Falls waterfall

Lower North Falls

15.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Middle North Falls waterfall

Middle North Falls

15.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 200 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

15.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.5 miles 700 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sweet Home

Are there free waterfalls near Sweet Home?

There are 32 free waterfalls near Sweet Home, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sweet Home?

There are 15 easy waterfall hikes near Sweet Home, including Alsea Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sweet Home?

There are 51 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sweet Home, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sweet Home?

There are 52 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sweet Home, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Sweet Home?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Sweet Home, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sweet Home?

The shortest waterfall hike near Sweet Home is Abiqua Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Sweet Home?

The tallest waterfall near Sweet Home is Salt Creek Falls at 286 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Sweet Home require permits?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Sweet Home require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sweet Home?

Yes, 59 waterfalls near Sweet Home have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sweet Home?

The closest waterfall to Sweet Home is Lower Soda Falls, approximately 9.9 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Sweet Home, Oregon

Bigelow Hot Springs

Bigelow Hot Springs

35.2 mi 142°F

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Cougar Reservoir Hot Springs

Cougar Reservoir Hot Springs

35.5 mi 111°F

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Foley Springs

Foley Springs

37.8 mi 178°F

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Belknap Springs

37.9 mi 160°F

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Wall Creek Warm Springs

45.7 mi 106°F

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Bagby Hot Springs

Bagby Hot Springs

48.5 mi 136°F

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