Salt Creek Falls
Lane County, Oregon
Details
Distance
0.65 miles
Elevation Gain
141 ft
Description
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Salt Creek Falls is Oregon's second tallest waterfall (286 ft). This easy to access waterfall (~100 feet from the car) offers great photo opportunities and hikes nearby.
Located off of the 58 Freeway, Salt Creek Falls is the second tallest waterfall in Oregon. The powerful cascade pours into a scenic canyon below, with beautiful surrounding views. You can drive almost right up to the falls, which is either great or anti-climactic, depending on your outlook.
Turn off the freeway at the easily visible signs for Salt Creek Falls, then make your first right and head about a half mile to the parking lot. From there, it's only 100 feet or so until you reach the upper viewpoints. You also have the option of hiking along a winding scenic path a few hundred feet down to the base of the falls.
The parking lot is closed during the winter months depending on snow. Don't worry, you can still park next to the gate and walk in a half mile. Depending on the snowfall, snowshoes may be necessary.
If you are still yearning for a little more of a hike after seeing Salt Creek Falls, worry not. Head back to the parking lot and follow signs for Diamond Creek Falls, a 3 mile hike with beautiful lookouts and great access to the beautiful Diamond Falls.
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Salt Creek Falls Reviews
Went over to Salt Creek Falls this past weekend in the snow! The falls look even better with snow blanketing the plunge basin, although it does make it more difficult to get down the trail to the bottom of the falls. Be sure to bring a pair of snowshoes - even on the short walk in from the Sno-Park we had to help someone who postholed up to their waist!
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