14 More Hidden Waterfalls In Oregon That Will Take Your Breath Away
Tessa Metcalf
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Do you ever find yourself daydreaming about “waterfalls near me” in Oregon? It’s understandable, as the Beaver State is an absolute treasure trove of waterfalls. From crystal clear alpine lakes to dense green forests and majestic coastlines, this magical state is full of amazing natural wonders, but one thing in particular that attracts nature lovers from all over the country is the abundance of beautiful waterfalls. While places like Multnomah Falls seem to get all the attention, there are literally hundreds of other amazing waterfalls in Oregon, many of which are a bit more under the radar.
From remote, roaring falls to glittering alpine cascades, Oregon is full of jaw-dropping waterfalls that are off the beaten path. These 14 hidden gems in Oregon are absolutely breathtaking.
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What are some other amazing hidden waterfalls in Oregon — any we missed? Share them with us in the comments below! And the next time you find yourself thinking about “waterfalls near me,” head out to one of these fabulous falls!
If you want to visit one place that’s literally teeming with waterfalls, head out to the Columbia River Gorge; the Oregon side alone is home to over 90 – more than any other place in the entire country!
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What are some waterfalls near me in Oregon that I can walk behind?
Nothing beats the experience of walking behind a wondrous waterfall, its cool spray providing the perfect refreshment after a long day on the trails! One of our favorite walk-behind waterfalls is also one of our favorite waterfall trails in Oregon, and it's the Trail of Ten Falls at Silver Falls State Park. This amazing and scenic waterfall hike in Oregon not only passes by 10 waterfalls, but actually cruises behind four of these glorious cascades, too! Be prepared for a bit of a hike, however; the Trail of Ten Falls is an 8.7-mile loop... but we promise it's worth each and every step. The trail journeys past numerous waterfalls, all of which will take your breath away. South Falls, a gorgeous 177-foot waterfall that cascades into a beautiful blue basin, is the showstopper of the bunch. You can even walk behind this curtain's cascade, for a truly wondrous experience! Along the trail, you'll also see the stunning North Falls, which is every bit as amazing as its "Southern" counterpart... and it's another cascade you can walk behind, too!
What are some easy-to-access waterfalls in Oregon?
If you crave the adventure of waterfall chasing in Oregon... minus the chasing part, you'll be delighted to learn that some of our state's finest falls require little-to-no hiking to access! In terms of our favorite easy-access waterfalls in Oregon, Salt Creek Falls is one of the most splendid. It is a breathtakingly beautiful waterfall located in the Willamette National Forest — and it's the second-tallest waterfall in all of Oregon. There is a wonderful observation platform that looks down over the waterfall; it's wheelchair accessible and only 50 yards from the parking lot. In the Columbia River Gorge, Shepperd's Dell is an easy-access waterfall that twists majestically between foliage-covered rocks before falling into the stream below. You'll be able to see the falls from the highway, but a short stroll (about 0.2 miles) down the paved path leads to a gorgeous view of the falls. While you're there, stop by Wahkeena Falls and Horsetail Falls, two other easy-access and totally spectacular falls in the Gorge.