Waterfall Hikes Near Wallowa Lake, OR

96 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Wallowa Lake? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Wallowa 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 45.3041°N, -117.2117°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Wallowa Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

12 of 12 waterfalls near Wallowa Lake are flowing strongly today

Bear Creek Falls Roaring Wildhorse Falls Roaring Copper Creek Falls Roaring East Fork Falls Roaring Hunter Falls Roaring Imnaha Falls Roaring Minam Falls Roaring Wallowa Falls Roaring Hazard Falls Strong Lookingglass Falls Roaring Lower Falls Little Minam River Roaring tíkem Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 68°F

Tod 59°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 63°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 65°F Rain Showers Likely
Lab 60°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 68°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 72°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 74°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Wallowa Lake

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Lookingglass Falls Roaring · 110 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Lower Falls Little Minam River Roaring · 110 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Bear Creek Falls Roaring · 70 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 tíkem Falls Roaring · 539 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Wildhorse Falls Roaring · 70 cfs 99th percentile
  6. 6 Copper Creek Falls Roaring · 17 cfs 93rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Wallowa Lake (1 waterfall)

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.

Wallowa Falls waterfall

Wallowa Falls

4.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Wallowa Lake (9 waterfalls)

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

Imnaha Falls waterfall

Imnaha Falls

11.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
East Fork Falls waterfall

East Fork Falls

17.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Minam Falls

16.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Copper Creek Falls

19.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Wallowa Lake

Wallowa Falls waterfall

Wallowa Falls

4.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Hunter Falls waterfall

Hunter Falls

8.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Imnaha Falls waterfall

Imnaha Falls

11.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
East Fork Falls waterfall

East Fork Falls

17.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Minam Falls

16.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Copper Creek Falls

19.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls Little Minam River waterfall

Lower Falls Little Minam River

18.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Creek Falls waterfall

Bear Creek Falls

23.3 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Wildhorse Falls waterfall

Wildhorse Falls

21.8 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Hazard Falls waterfall

Hazard Falls

12.6 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
tíkem Falls waterfall

tíkem Falls

47 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lookingglass Falls

34.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Wallowa Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Wallowa Lake?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Wallowa Lake, including Bear Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Wallowa Lake?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Wallowa Lake, including Wallowa Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Wallowa Lake?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Wallowa Lake, including Bear Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Wallowa Lake?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Wallowa Lake, including Bear Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Wallowa Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Wallowa Lake is Bear Creek Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Wallowa Lake require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Wallowa Lake require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Wallowa Lake?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Wallowa Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Wallowa Lake?

The closest waterfall to Wallowa Lake is Wallowa Falls, approximately 2 miles away.

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