Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland
Overview
Waterfall hiking in Oregon's unique geologic formations offers a memorable adventure. South Falls serves as the centerpiece of this experience, showcasing its stunning amphitheater and history tied to a failed attempt at becoming the state's first National Park.
- 🌲 Encounter century-plus-old trees, wildflowers in season, mosses, lichens, mushrooms, and various rock formations along the trails.
- 💧 Experience up-close views of some of Oregon's most unusual and impressive waterfall formations during the hike.
- 🥪 Snacks are included, with an option to purchase a light breakfast or lunch from the cafe.
- 🚶♂️ Hike distance varies between three and eight miles (5 - 13 km), depending on group energy and desire.
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- bottled water is available, or bring reusable bottles to refill with our delicious tap water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- light snacks included
- Gratuities for guides
- light breakfast/lunch items available to purchase at Silver Falls cafe
Meeting point
Return details
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Willamette ValleyOn the way to and from the waterfall we will drive through the Willamette Valley, past hazelnut orchards, vineyards and tree farms, as well as past some of the only remaining Garry Oak savannah
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Silver Falls State ParkWith medium-intensity hikes, we will explore some of the most stunning and exciting waterfalls and geologic formations in Oregon. Over the three hours we are here, we will visit 3-6 waterfalls with your group's choice of two medium-length hikes (1-2 miles/3-5 kilometers each) or a longer point-to-point hike (5 miles / 8 kilometers) with your guide starting you at one end and picking you up at the other. We will walk around and behind South Falls, past lower South Falls, and have the exciting experience of walking past the sheet of water coursing over the falls; at North Falls, we will have the unique opportunity to see lava tree casts and near-old growth trees. Please note this hike is not technical but does have a lot of up and down hills and stairways; it's doable for most visitors who are comfortable walking the distance required.
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SilvertonWe will pass through the old logging town of Silverton, Oregon, home to one of Oregon's only Frank Lloyd Wright houses
- We will pass through the German town of Mt. Angel, learning about the Octoberfest held here each fall (pass by)
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Willamette ValleyOn the way to and from the waterfall we will drive through the Willamette Valley, past hazelnut orchards, vineyards and tree farms, as well as past some of the only remaining Garry Oak savannah
If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.