Silver Falls State Park
Sublimity, Oregon
| Address: | Silver Falls State Park, 20024 Silver Falls Hwy SE, Sublimity, OR 97385 |
| GPS: |
44°52'37.4"N 122°39'18.9"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Oregon |
Restrooms Picnic Tables Waterfalls Streams Trails Rocks Wildflowers State Park
Camp, Hike, Horseback, and Swim
Silver Falls State Park is a forested canyon that features 10 amazing waterfalls throughout the park. It is the largest state park in Oregon and one of the most popular, both nationally and internationally. People come from all over to witness the beauty of these splendid waterfalls at this unique and amazing park. It's less than an hour east of the Salem state capital in the green foothills of the Cascade Mountains.
At the South Falls, you can walk in awe behind a 177-foot waterfall. It's a part of the Trail of Ten Falls which is a breathtaking and nationally recognized hiking trail. This trail winds through lush, dense forested landscape and along a canyon where you will see many gorgeous waterfalls from different vantage points. You descend the trail following a serpentine creek to the forest floor. Photographers of all skill levels love to come to Silver Falls to capture the picturesque, scenic views it has to offer.
The full loop to hike all 10 waterfalls is about 7.2 miles and is considered a moderate hike with an elevation change of 800 feet. There are connecting trails that can make the hike shorter if one so desires. The park provides over 25 miles of backcountry trails for the outdoor enthusiast to enjoy.
Besides hiking, many visitors enjoy mountain biking, horseback riding, as well as camping at Silver Falls. The campground has tent and RV sites as well as cabins. If you bring a horse, there is a horse campground for you to stay at. There are also group tent and RV sites for larger groups and ranches that can sleep 75 people in dormitory-style bunkhouses.
The South Falls Day Use Area has open lawns, picnic tables, and shelters, barbecue stands, a playground, horseshoe pits, and an off-leash area for dogs. This area is frequently used for potlucks, family reunions, and even weddings.
(No pets are allowed on the Canyon Trail for everyone's safety. Pets on a leash can be on all other trails)
A $3-per-car fee is charged to park anywhere in the state park.
NOTE: It's important to remember that bears and cougars live in the more remote areas of the park.
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Be courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Sublimity, Oregon
- Head north on Cascade Hwy SE/S Center St toward E Main StContinue to follow Cascade Hwy SE(2.5 mi)
- Turn right onto OR-214 N (9.6 mi)
- Turn left (0.3 mi)
- Sharp left (0.1 mi)
- Turn rightDestination will be on the right(0.2 mi)
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