Best trails near Upper North Falls

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Upper North Falls

4.7·19,525 reviews

Want to check out Upper 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 Upper 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 4 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails through Upper North Falls are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts at any skill level.

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#1 - Trail of Ten Falls

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 - Winter Falls and Upper North Falls via Rim Trail

The Winter Falls and Upper North Falls via Rim Trail provide a scenic hike through thick forests with breathtaking views of two spectacular waterfalls. There are a couple of steep inclines on the Rim Trail. Hikers can expect to observe a variety of flora and animals, including moss-covered trees and ferns, deer, squirrels, and other bird species. Beginning with the Winter Falls Trail, the hike crosses the creek via a footbridge and gradually ascends to the base of Winter Falls. Winter Falls...

#3 - Upper North Falls

Dogs are not allowed on the Canyon Trail which is where most of the waterfalls are. However, they are allowed on the Rim Trail.

#4 - Perimeter, Rackett Ridge, and Rim Trail Loop

This loop brings you through some of the lesser trafficked corners of Silver Falls State Park. The stretch of trail near the waterfalls will be the busiest, but the remainder is a great place to experience the solitude of the forest. At one point you will need to walk along the road and across the parking area for the beach.

#5 - Trail of Ten Falls and Buck Mountain Loop

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.

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Trail reviews for Upper North Falls

Zainab Fatima

Nov 24, 2024•Hiking

Easy to parkNot crowdedBathrooms availableDog-friendlyGreat conditionsGreat views

After some heavy rainfall of the season the falls were raging!! Totally recommend going counterclockwise starting from the South Falls, because in about 2 hours you’ll reach the North Falls for a PERFECT lunch/snack break (lots of seating/benches inside the giant cave). After that there’s a longggg stretch of barely any waterfalls on the main trail before you end up back at the visitors center. I was surprised at how many waterfalls you could walk behind - my favorite was the Middle North Falls because there was no railing and you truly felt immersed in the falls. Parking was easy in the morning when we arrived around 9:30. REAL, CLEAN, AND FLUSHABLE TOILETS AT THE TRAILHEAD!!! Also worth checking out the gift shop:)

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail of Ten Falls

Erica Moreno

Nov 17, 2024•Hiking

Easy to parkNot crowdedBathrooms availableGreat conditionsGreat views

Awesome! Trail was flooded shortly after waterfall - loved it anyways

Winter Falls and Upper North Falls via Rim Trail

Ash Ramirez

Nov 12, 2024•Hiking

Easy to parkDog-friendlyGreat views

Super easy and fun trail to go, my pup loved the water and the rain definitely made it an amazing experience! A little muddy but just the usual due to the rain :)

Parking: Paid, Small lot

Upper North Falls

Gregg Snyder

Nov 8, 2024•Hiking

Not crowdedBathrooms availableGreat conditions

Beautiful hike through old growth Forrest with lots of hanging moss. Went CCW This time which spreads out the elevation gain much gradually. Saw a few people on the rim trail but only saw one person on the Racket Ridge and Perimeter trails.

Perimeter, Rackett Ridge, and Rim Trail Loop

Serra D

Nov 5, 2024

Easy to parkNot crowdedBathrooms available

Long walk through the woods! Some moderate elevation change in parts but mostly quite easy. The length is what makes it difficult. We went CCW so the first 70% was through the woods! It was pouring and a bit muddy but really beautiful. By the time we got to the falls loop, we were super excited for a change in scenery. It would have been hard to go CW and not have the falls to look forward to. Took about 7-7.5 hours. Would say it’s closer to 18-20 miles.

Trail of Ten Falls and Buck Mountain Loop

Frequently asked questions

What are the different types of hiking trails near Upper North Falls?

There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Upper North Falls. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 5 hiking trails, and more.

Where is the best place to hike near Upper North Falls?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Upper North Falls is Trail of Ten Falls, which has a 4.8 star rating from 17,621 reviews. This trail is 7.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,181 ft.

What is the longest trail near Upper North Falls?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Upper 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 Upper North Falls?

Upper 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 Perimeter, Rackett Ridge, and Rim Trail Loop with 1,354 ft of elevation gain.

What is the most popular and difficult trail near Upper North Falls?

The most popular and difficult trail near Upper North Falls is Perimeter, Rackett Ridge, and Rim Trail Loop with a 4.4-star rating from 405 reviews.