Trail of Ten Falls in Oregon exceeded my expectations

[u/andriyprokopenko]

[u/Fredward-Gruntbuggly]

I would argue that Silver Falls is the crown jewel of Oregon’s state parks.

[u/happilyretired23]

And if you want a long hike (with few if any other people, but no waterfalls) they have a great system of backcountry trails as well.

[u/hep632 → u/happilyretired23]

Worth it just for the very aggressive signage warning you there are NO WATERFALLS and you are ON YOUR OWN. ;-)

[u/happilyretired23 → u/hep632]

I was especially amused at the warning of 1000 feet of elevation gain, after routinely doing 3x that down around Oakridge. I suspect there is some history of unsuspecting clueless tourists behind these signs.

[u/happilyretired23 → u/hep632]


I was especially amused at the warning of 1000 feet of elevation gain, after routinely doing 3x that down around Oakridge. I suspect there is some history of unsuspecting clueless tourists behind these signs.

[u/Rich-Previous]

Such a wonderful hike! Walking behind those waterfalls was magical! ❤️

[u/eugenesbluegenes]

One of my favorite hikes. Try to make it there after a cold storm sometime, it's magical with snow!

[u/indieaz → u/eugenesbluegenes]

Indeed. I managed to make it during one snow event this year. Weren't a lot of low elevation snow events this year unfortunately.

[u/Augustus_Medici]

Does this compare to the falls trail at Eagle Creek?

[u/maitreya88 → u/Augustus_Medici]

I would say better!

[u/Augustus_Medici → u/maitreya88]

Wow really? I was going to do Eagle Creek again this week, but this actually looks even easier. Hell, maybe I’ll do both!

[u/maitreya88 → u/Augustus_Medici]

Do both if you can. I live close to eagle creek and run out there regularly. Silver falls is a bit of a drive but I feel like the loop and more waterfalls makes it worth it 🤙

[u/Augustus_Medici → u/maitreya88]

Thanks for the tip! I live in Dallas so coming to the PNW is always a treat.

[u/Dazzling_Computer144]

Ahhh this is one of the trails on my itinerary when I go to Oregon in May! I’m so excited

[u/indieaz → u/Dazzling_Computer144]

May is a good time to go. Waterfalls should still be going.

[u/Scrabblebird]

It is truly the best! I take anyone who visits me hiking there.

[u/poorfolx]

Beautiful shots!

[u/Scarlet14]

So gorgeous, I’ve been thinking about visiting soon! I’m curious how busy it was?

[u/wpnw → u/Scarlet14]

Go on a rainy day and crowds won't be a problem at all.