The Best Waterfalls Near Portland

All the Pacific Northwest rain means we get some beautiful waterfalls. Norther Emily of Wild Solitude Guiding recently shared her picks for the most scenic spots around.

Silver Falls State Park 💧

“Silver Falls is a forever classic,” says Emily.

Tips: For the Trail of Ten Falls, pick your time and entry point, to avoid crowds

Southwest Washington: Lewis River Falls 🌲

This is an easy option that doesn’t get too crowded.

Tip: Reservations are required from June 15 to Sept. 6 and open for the season on May 20.

Columbia Gorge: Starvation Creek Falls 🌳

“Starvation Falls in the Eastern part of the Columbia River Gorge would be a great option if you want to do some fun Gorge stuff,” Emily says. “That area didn't burn” — in the 2017 Eagle Creek fire.

Tip: Areas downhill from a forest fire can be particularly dangerous five to eight years after a burn, so exercise caution and consider alternate locations in the Gorge, like this one.

Niagara & Pheasant Creek Falls 🌊

“Those are really beautiful, a nice short hike that you could do with kids or if you just wanted some easy movement,” says Emily.

Tip: Check out this one as a family-friendly option.

Kilchis Falls 💧

This one doesn’t require a hike. You can drive up to it if you’re looking for something more accessible.

Tip: This one is more impressive when it’s recently been raining, like now.