What’s better than visiting some of the best Oregon waterfalls? Finding ones that also have hidden Oregon swimming holes underneath those gorgeous, misty waterfalls. Take a swim in the basin of these 8 dreamy waterfalls in Oregon for a positively magical experience.

1. Lee Falls
Lee Falls, Oregon 97148, USA
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Located in Washington County, Lee Falls is a wonderful hidden gem tucked away at the end of an easy hour-long hike. This lovely waterfall swimming hole is a great place to take a dip on a hot day.
2. Steelhead Falls
Steelhead Falls Trailhead, SW River Rd, Terrebonne, OR 97760, USA
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One of the best Oregon waterfalls, Steelhead Falls is a local hidden gem near Bend. This gorgeous waterfall pours into a deep, round basin. If you walk downstream from the falls, there's a nice spot for a summer day's swim. Get more information on Steelhead Falls.
3. Wildwood Falls
Wildwood Falls, Oregon 97434, USA
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Located near Cottage Grove, this two-tiered waterfall cascades into a wonderful swimming hole where you can take a dip in the cool water and cliff jump into the deep pool of this Oregon swimming hole. Learn more about visiting Wildwood Falls.

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7. Punchbowl Falls
Punchbowl Falls, Oregon 97031, USA
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One of the best Oregon waterfalls, located in the Columbia River Gorge along the Eagle Creek Trail, the basin of Punchbowl Falls is a beautiful setting for an unforgettable swim. Learn more about adventuring at Punchbowl Falls.
5. Oneonta Falls
Oneonta Gorge, Oregon 97014, USA
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Oneonta Falls is an incredible hidden gem in the Columbia River Gorge. To get there, you have to hike through a narrow one-mile gorge with tall, moss-covered rock walls and an icy stream that you'll have to wade through. This epic adventure is one of a kind, and leads to a beautiful waterfall hidden at the end of the gorge with a deep, clear basin where you can swim -- if you can brave the cold.
6. Youngs River Falls
Youngs River Falls, Oregon 97103, USA
flickr/ Ian Sane
Youngs River Falls is a little-known waterfall located in Clatsop County near Astoria. Another fantastic waterfall in Oregon, the 54-foot cascade pours into a gorgeous pool.
7. Cavitt Creek Falls
Cavitt Creek, Oregon 97443, USA
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Located near Roseburg, Cavitt Creek Falls is a wonderful Oregon swimming hole where you'll find a lovely little waterfall pouring over a rock ledge into a clear blue pool. Get more details on Cavitt Creek Falls.

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What are the best waterfall hikes in Oregon?

It is well known that Oregon is one of the best hiking destinations in the United States, and nothing is better than an Oregon waterfall hike. If you are having trouble choosing which waterfall hikes to explore in Oregon, we are here to help you out

Trail of Ten Falls

The Trail of Ten Falls hike is not an easy one, but it sure is rewarding. Clocking in at 7.40 miles, this loop trail in Silver Falls State Park near Mehama, Oregon, actually brings you to 10 waterfalls! Many people choose to do this loop trail counterclockwise, which starts with a hike along the canyon rim and ends with a spectacular view of South Falls. Your first view of the waterfalls to come will be at the North Falls Viewpoint where you can see North Falls, one of the tallest waterfalls in the park that is over 100 feet tall. If you continue on, you’ll hit Twin Falls and Winter Falls, before you continue on to Canyon Trail. Canyon Trail will take you to see Middle North Falls and Drake Falls, Lower North Falls, Double Falls, and Lower South Falls. In the last stretch of this incredible waterfall-filled hike, you will see Multnomah Falls, Punch Bowl Falls, and finally Frenchie Falls to round out this waterfall-filled day.

Multnomah Falls Trail

A much shorter hike than Trail of Ten Falls, Multnomah Falls Trail is a 2.40 mile hike outside of Bridal Veil, Oregon. Multnomah Falls is the most insisted national recreation site in the Pacific Northwest, and it is easy to see why. This picturesque waterfall is simply incredible, and over 2 million people visit each year. Winter and Spring are recommended as the best time to visit because there is typically the most waterflow over the falls at these times, but the falls are simply incredible and are a must-see for any hiking or waterfall enthusiast.

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