Need an idea for your next great Oregon adventure? Oregon is home to many majestic waterfalls just waiting to be discovered. We’ve mapped out a scenic road trip that visits some of the best Oregon waterfalls, including Multnomah Falls, Salt Creek Falls, Ramona Falls, and more. From hidden forest cascades to roaring natural wonders, these majestic waterfalls will make you fall head-over-heels for Oregon.
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- Multnomah Falls
AirHaake/Flickr One great place to start your road trip is at Multnomah Falls, Oregon’s tallest waterfall and the second tallest in the country. Multnomah Falls is a true natural wonder: a 611-foot-tall, roaring, awe-inspiring, cascade of icy water. You can hike all the way to the top, or you can simply explore the area and get an up-close view of the falls from the charming pedetrian bridge. There’s also a lodge at the bottom where you can grab a coffee, a bite to eat, or a souvenir. Multnomah Falls, Oregon 97014, USA
- Latourell Falls
Flickr/ stokes rx Located in the Columbia River Gorge near Mulnomah Falls, the stunning Latourell Falls can be found at the end of a moderate, 2.4 mile hike. If you have some extra time, stick around to check out more of the incredible waterfalls in the area, including Punchbowl Falls, Oneonta Falls, and Horsetail Falls. Latourell Falls, Oregon 97019, USA
- The Silver Falls State Park Trail of Ten Falls
Flickr/ Tim Vo Your next stop from Latourell Falls will be The Silver Falls State Park. There, you’ll see the amazing South Falls (pictured above), as well as nine of the other best Oregon waterfalls, while on the renowned Trail Of Ten Falls hike. This 8.7-mile loop starts at the South Falls Lodge Trailhead, and is quite an adventure. The hike also offers the unique experience of getting to walk behind four of the waterfalls, making those 8+ miles totally worth it. Silver Falls State Park, 20024 Silver Falls Hwy SE, Sublimity, OR 97385, USA
- Salt Creek Falls
Flickr/ Mike Lavoie After you’ve visited Silver Falls, continue south to Salt Creek Falls, a stunning waterfall that happens to be the second tallest in Oregon. There’s no hike required to get to this massive beauty. Salt Creek Falls, Oregon, USA
- Tamanawas Falls
Flickr/ Bret Vogel Looping back to the North, make sure to stop at the Sherwood Trailhead near Mount Hood. This 3.6 mile round-trip hike will take you to the gorgeous Tamanawas Falls. Tamanawas Falls, Oregon 97041, USA
- Ramona Falls
Flickr/ stokes rx The final stop on this road trip is the ethereal Ramona Falls. This majestic cascade is located on a 7-mile loop hike in the Mount Hood National Forest. Ramona Falls, Oregon 97041, USA
The drive time on this Oregon waterfall road trip is 10 hours and 13 minutes, which is best spread out over a few days. You can view this road trip in Google Maps, too. And if you’re looking for some tasty food along the way, definitely plan a pit stop at one of these iconic Oregon restaurants.
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AirHaake/Flickr
One great place to start your road trip is at Multnomah Falls, Oregon’s tallest waterfall and the second tallest in the country. Multnomah Falls is a true natural wonder: a 611-foot-tall, roaring, awe-inspiring, cascade of icy water. You can hike all the way to the top, or you can simply explore the area and get an up-close view of the falls from the charming pedetrian bridge. There’s also a lodge at the bottom where you can grab a coffee, a bite to eat, or a souvenir.
Multnomah Falls, Oregon 97014, USA
Flickr/ stokes rx
Located in the Columbia River Gorge near Mulnomah Falls, the stunning Latourell Falls can be found at the end of a moderate, 2.4 mile hike. If you have some extra time, stick around to check out more of the incredible waterfalls in the area, including Punchbowl Falls, Oneonta Falls, and Horsetail Falls.
Latourell Falls, Oregon 97019, USA
Flickr/ Tim Vo
Your next stop from Latourell Falls will be The Silver Falls State Park. There, you’ll see the amazing South Falls (pictured above), as well as nine of the other best Oregon waterfalls, while on the renowned Trail Of Ten Falls hike. This 8.7-mile loop starts at the South Falls Lodge Trailhead, and is quite an adventure. The hike also offers the unique experience of getting to walk behind four of the waterfalls, making those 8+ miles totally worth it.
Silver Falls State Park, 20024 Silver Falls Hwy SE, Sublimity, OR 97385, USA
Flickr/ Mike Lavoie
After you’ve visited Silver Falls, continue south to Salt Creek Falls, a stunning waterfall that happens to be the second tallest in Oregon. There’s no hike required to get to this massive beauty.
Salt Creek Falls, Oregon, USA
Flickr/ Bret Vogel
Looping back to the North, make sure to stop at the Sherwood Trailhead near Mount Hood. This 3.6 mile round-trip hike will take you to the gorgeous Tamanawas Falls.
Tamanawas Falls, Oregon 97041, USA
The final stop on this road trip is the ethereal Ramona Falls. This majestic cascade is located on a 7-mile loop hike in the Mount Hood National Forest.
Ramona Falls, Oregon 97041, USA
So what do you think? Are you up for this scenic road trip? What are your favorite waterfalls in Oregon? Let us know in the comments below.
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Best Oregon Waterfalls February 02, 2021 Sarah M. Are there any secret waterfalls in Oregon? Hmm - if we tell you that, they wouldn’t be secret anymore, would they? Just kidding! Yes, in addition to the beloved waterfalls included in our road trip, Oregon is home to several under-the-radar waterfalls that many lifelong Oregonians don’t even know about! Upper Butte Creek Falls is an enchanting 26-foot waterfall that you’ll find by taking a very short and accessible .3-mile hike. Koosah Falls is another stunner – it’s located about 0.25 miles from Sahalie Falls, and is an amazing, 70-foot waterfall. Upper Shellburg Falls also comes to mind – it’s a little off the beaten path, but totally worth the trek. What are Oregon’s best state parks? Oregon is home to more than 100 state parks, and all of them are truly extraordinary. Silver Falls State Park is the largest state park in Oregon, and one of the most incredible. Full of lush forests (which are incredibly colorful in Fall), dramatic canyons, majestic waterfalls, and amazing hiking trails, this wondrous state park is a perfect place to escape into the beauty of nature. We also adore Ecola State Park; it’s located on the coast of northern Oregon, and is an amazing place to spend the day relaxing on the beach, picnicking, hiking, exploring tide pools, surfing, and more. Our state parks are quite popular, however, so if you’re not into crowds, here are 9 of the least-visited state parks in Oregon. Does Oregon have any natural wonders? From its lush, green forests to its shimmering coast, to its richly-hued deserts, Oregon is bursting with natural wonders. For starters, there’s Crater Lake – it’s 1,949 feet deep, making it America’s deepest lake, and features some of the bluest water you’ll ever see. Smith Rock State Park, meanwhile, looks like something straight out of a fairy tale. Here, natural beauty meets outdoor recreation - the towering cliffs bring climbers from all over the world, and the sunsets here are astounding.
The OIYS Visitor Center
Best Oregon Waterfalls
February 02, 2021
Sarah M.
Are there any secret waterfalls in Oregon? Hmm - if we tell you that, they wouldn’t be secret anymore, would they? Just kidding! Yes, in addition to the beloved waterfalls included in our road trip, Oregon is home to several under-the-radar waterfalls that many lifelong Oregonians don’t even know about! Upper Butte Creek Falls is an enchanting 26-foot waterfall that you’ll find by taking a very short and accessible .3-mile hike. Koosah Falls is another stunner – it’s located about 0.25 miles from Sahalie Falls, and is an amazing, 70-foot waterfall. Upper Shellburg Falls also comes to mind – it’s a little off the beaten path, but totally worth the trek. What are Oregon’s best state parks? Oregon is home to more than 100 state parks, and all of them are truly extraordinary. Silver Falls State Park is the largest state park in Oregon, and one of the most incredible. Full of lush forests (which are incredibly colorful in Fall), dramatic canyons, majestic waterfalls, and amazing hiking trails, this wondrous state park is a perfect place to escape into the beauty of nature. We also adore Ecola State Park; it’s located on the coast of northern Oregon, and is an amazing place to spend the day relaxing on the beach, picnicking, hiking, exploring tide pools, surfing, and more. Our state parks are quite popular, however, so if you’re not into crowds, here are 9 of the least-visited state parks in Oregon. Does Oregon have any natural wonders? From its lush, green forests to its shimmering coast, to its richly-hued deserts, Oregon is bursting with natural wonders. For starters, there’s Crater Lake – it’s 1,949 feet deep, making it America’s deepest lake, and features some of the bluest water you’ll ever see. Smith Rock State Park, meanwhile, looks like something straight out of a fairy tale. Here, natural beauty meets outdoor recreation - the towering cliffs bring climbers from all over the world, and the sunsets here are astounding.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
Hmm - if we tell you that, they wouldn’t be secret anymore, would they? Just kidding! Yes, in addition to the beloved waterfalls included in our road trip, Oregon is home to several under-the-radar waterfalls that many lifelong Oregonians don’t even know about! Upper Butte Creek Falls is an enchanting 26-foot waterfall that you’ll find by taking a very short and accessible .3-mile hike. Koosah Falls is another stunner – it’s located about 0.25 miles from Sahalie Falls, and is an amazing, 70-foot waterfall. Upper Shellburg Falls also comes to mind – it’s a little off the beaten path, but totally worth the trek.
What are Oregon’s best state parks?
Oregon is home to more than 100 state parks, and all of them are truly extraordinary. Silver Falls State Park is the largest state park in Oregon, and one of the most incredible. Full of lush forests (which are incredibly colorful in Fall), dramatic canyons, majestic waterfalls, and amazing hiking trails, this wondrous state park is a perfect place to escape into the beauty of nature. We also adore Ecola State Park; it’s located on the coast of northern Oregon, and is an amazing place to spend the day relaxing on the beach, picnicking, hiking, exploring tide pools, surfing, and more. Our state parks are quite popular, however, so if you’re not into crowds, here are 9 of the least-visited state parks in Oregon.
Does Oregon have any natural wonders?
From its lush, green forests to its shimmering coast, to its richly-hued deserts, Oregon is bursting with natural wonders. For starters, there’s Crater Lake – it’s 1,949 feet deep, making it America’s deepest lake, and features some of the bluest water you’ll ever see. Smith Rock State Park, meanwhile, looks like something straight out of a fairy tale. Here, natural beauty meets outdoor recreation - the towering cliffs bring climbers from all over the world, and the sunsets here are astounding.
