Waterfall Hikes Near West Linn, OR

27,167 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
86 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Linn? There are 86 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Linn. 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 45.3670°N, -122.6399°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Linn

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

84 of 86 gauged

31 of 84 waterfalls near West Linn are flowing strongly today

Ayers Creek Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Strong Stout Creek Falls Strong Stasel Falls Strong Bonnie Falls Moderate Jackson Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Painter Falls Moderate Coopey Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Moderate Mist Falls Moderate Multnomah Falls Moderate Oneonta Falls Moderate Wiesendanger Falls Moderate Wahkeena Falls Moderate 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 Final Falls Moderate Frustration Falls Moderate Hideaway Falls Moderate Little Niagara Falls Moderate Vanishing Falls Moderate Stein Falls Moderate Split Falls Moderate Haines Falls Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing Hardy Falls Strong Rodney Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Strong Lucia Falls Strong Moulton Falls Strong Salmon Falls Strong Kalama Falls Moderate Washboard Falls Moderate Latourell Falls Moderate Upper Latourell Falls Moderate Little Lee Falls Moderate 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 Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate Marietta Falls Moderate Munson Creek Falls Strong Nenamusa Falls Strong Pegleg Falls Strong Ramona Falls Moderate Yocum Falls Moderate Salmon Falls Roaring Sullivan Creek Falls Roaring Wilson Falls Strong Willamette Falls Roaring University Falls Strong

Updated 19 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 73°F

Aft 70°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 71°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 72°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Lab 73°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 75°F Partly Sunny
Wed 83°F Sunny
Thu 79°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near West Linn

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Willamette Falls Roaring · 278 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Sullivan Creek Falls Roaring · 1580 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Salmon Falls Roaring · 1580 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 University Falls Strong · 14 cfs 89th percentile
  5. 5 Abiqua Falls Strong · 31 cfs 86th percentile
  6. 6 Butte Creek Falls Strong · 31 cfs 86th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Linn (19 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.

24.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
22.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around West Linn (66 waterfalls)

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

26.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft
15.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
15.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 200 ft

All 86 Waterfalls Near West Linn

24.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
19.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
22.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.5 miles 200 ft
26.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft
15.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 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
15.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.5 miles 700 ft
14.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
27.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
14.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.9 miles 200 ft
19.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
17.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft
0.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
42.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
20.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft
12.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft
20.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Linn

Are there free waterfalls near West Linn?

There are 40 free waterfalls near West Linn, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Linn?

There are 19 easy waterfall hikes near West Linn, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Linn?

There are 66 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Linn, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Linn?

There are 66 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Linn, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near West Linn?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near West Linn, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Linn?

The shortest waterfall hike near West Linn is Abiqua Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near West Linn?

The tallest waterfall near West Linn is Multnomah Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near West Linn require permits?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near West Linn require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Linn?

Yes, 81 waterfalls near West Linn have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Linn?

The closest waterfall to West Linn is Willamette Falls, approximately 1.5 miles away.

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