South Falls
From Oregon Hikers Field Guide
- Hikes including this location:
- South Falls Loop Hike (TH | <— —> | LOG)
- Maple Ridge Loop Hike (TH | <— —> | LOG)
- Silver Falls Lower Loop Hike (TH | <— —> | LOG)
- Trail of Ten Falls Loop Hike (TH | <— —> | LOG)
- Weather forecast: NWS/NOAA
- Maps: Oregon Hikers Maps Google Maps
- Latitude, Longitude: 44.87883, -122.65887
- Elevation: 1100 feet
- Height: 177 feet
Description
South Falls is THE waterfall in Silver Falls State Park. At 177 feet, it is the second tallest waterfall in the park, and it's the tallest single drop. It's easily accessed by a paved trail from the South Falls Lodge. A number of educational and historic markers dot the area, along with stone walls and benches carved from logs.
The real show, though is natural. Like Multnomah Falls, South Falls can host a zoo of people on a sunny Saturday. Try to get there early on a rainy Tuesday. Then you'll be able to slow down and get to know South Falls.
More Links
- South Falls (World of Waterfalls)
- South Falls (Northwest Waterfall Survey)
- South Falls - Silver Falls State Park (Zak Stone)
Contributors
- Stevefromdodge (creator)
