Best trails near Lower North Falls
4.8(30,644 reviews)
Want to check out Lower North Falls from the trail? Good news: 5 trails will you get you there, including hiking trails. Whether you're looking to hike, bike, run, or explore the outdoors in other ways, AllTrails has 9 scenic trails in the Lower North Falls area. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 5 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails through Lower North Falls are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts at any skill level.
Top trails
1
(19776)
•Moderate
•7.4 mi
•Est. 3h 21m
Located under an hour from Salem, Silver Falls State Park is a wonderland of natural beauty. The Trail of Ten Falls is a popular route to see all the falls, with just a moderate level of difficulty.
The route itself is actually a combination of the Canyon Trail and the Rim Trail. You’ll start out at the South Falls Lodge Trailhead. The loop can be done in either direction, but the mapped route on this page goes in a clockwise direction. There are also many alternate trailheads, some of which...
2
(9874)
•Moderate
•4.8 mi
•Est. 2h 20m
Winter Falls Loop is located in Silver Falls State Park, near Silverton, Oregon and features seven waterfalls. This is a slightly shorter version of the Trail of Ten Falls.
For the best experience, hikers recommend taking this loop clockwise since the start of the trail nearest South Falls will be the busiest. Elevation gain is also more accessible in this orientation.
When you connect to the Rim Trail during the final mile of hiking, you may take the paved multi-use trail or the natural...
3
(536)
•Moderate
•4.0 mi
•Est. 1h 51m
The Canyon Trail travels past several waterfalls before reaching the viewpoint of Double Falls. Between the falls you will pass through a dense forest with moss-covered trees. An early start is recommended on the weekends during the summer months to beat the crowds. Dogs are not permitted on this trail.
4
(301)
•Hard
•16.9 mi
•Est. 7h 29m
The Trail of Ten Falls is one of the most popular hiking trails in all of Oregon. The path leads past stunning waterfalls crashing into Silver Creek.
The park first opened in 1933 and many of the original buildings were built by the Depression-era Civilian Conservation Corps. The park has about 1 million visitors annually.
5
(157)
•Moderate
•4.2 mi
•Est. 2h 3m
Starting in the northeast, this route begins at North Falls Group Camp and makes a moderately challenging loop through the forest. The trail stays close to the North Fork Silver Creek, which offers numerous cascading waterfalls, ending at Lower North Falls. This incredibly scenic route then makes a small loop using the Canyon Trail, passing a few more waterfalls before reaching the trailhead.
Trail reviews for Lower North Falls
Beautiful, well maintained, easy trail. We did 8 waterfalls in 6 miles by adding Twin Falls onto the short loop. Every step was breathtaking, and so was the water - super cold! Beautiful park and so clean. I picked up only 10 small pieces of rubbish in the 6 miles! Altho I rate this trail easy, most of the trail is rocky, and we ended with 185 stairs up toward the trailhead. Glad we went counter clockwise as almost everyone else (200 people?!?) was going clockwise. If you have the chance, hike this trail!
Difficulty: Easy
Trail of Ten Falls
This trail was a must I advice everyone to attempt it at least once ! Beautiful !
Parking: Permit required, Paid, Large lot
Trail of Ten Falls (Short Loop)
Warm today, and the sun shone off the water so I was near blinded. Still — a gorgeous day. Lots of water still on the trail
Lower North Falls and Double Falls via Canyon Trail
Beautiful day. A few muddy spots on the trail, but generally great conditions and easy to navigate. The terrain isn't too hard, but it is very long and gets warm in the afternoon! Some great wildflowers. Spotted at least three species of orchid.
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail of Ten Falls and Buck Mountain Loop
Was so pretty!! Views were absolutely insane.
Lower North, Drake, and Twin Falls from North Falls Group Camp
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Lower North Falls?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Lower North Falls. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 5 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Lower North Falls?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Lower North Falls is Trail of Ten Falls, which has a 4.9 star rating from 19,776 reviews. This trail is 7.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,181 ft.
What is the longest trail near Lower North Falls?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Lower North Falls is Trail of Ten Falls and Buck Mountain Loop. This trail is estimated to be 16.9 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Lower North Falls?
Lower North Falls: With an ascent of 2,536 ft, Trail of Ten Falls and Buck Mountain Loop has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Trail of Ten Falls with 1,181 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Lower North Falls?
The most popular and difficult trail near Lower North Falls is Trail of Ten Falls and Buck Mountain Loop with a 4.7-star rating from 301 reviews.