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March 2024 by John Y.
Amazing hiking trails and views of a beautiful waterfall. Plenty of trails to hike from
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November 2023 by Renee R.
This was our first time at Silver Falls State Park, and let's just say it will have a lasting impression!When we arrived, there was a trail marathon and ultra marathon going on which had the energy high for the park. As a fellow runner, I was super excited to see the runners on the trail. There was plenty of space for trail walkers and runners all together, so if there is an event don't worry!It was also pouring down when we arrived and we decided to wait in the car until the rain slowed down. Plenty of people were walking around with their ponchos and rain gear, and the park itself was beautiful in the rain! We got ready and headed down to the South Falls. There are plenty of waterfalls to explore here and we really would love to come back and see them all. Originally, we thought there would only be one waterfall.Beautiful views everywhere, and the forest was magical. There is even a cafe and lodge to hang out at afterwards if you're interested!Parking is only $5 and restrooms are very accessible. Even with the trail run going on, there was no overcrowding and plenty of parking. We can't wait to come back! And yes, we recommend you do visit rain or shine!
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October 2023 by Marissa A.
This place is magical! Never seen anything like this. The park was clean and magnificent. I recommend bringing an umbrella, waterproof shoes and a jacket. It was rainy the whole time I was there but it was beautiful. If you forget there's a gift shop in the park to buy a poncho or umbrella. Must go!!!! It's worth the drive and it's free!! Can't beat that price
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August 2023 by Seth A.
Silver Falls State Park! I mean, this is just an incredible visit, an unforgettable way to discover some of the best waterfalls in the United States! It's that good!Silver Falls is located 55 miles south of Portland, Oregon. It's very accessible to reach and I'd advise to arrive first thing in the morning before the crowds show up.It says the park opens at 7am, but you can begin exploring as early as first light of sunrise.I arrived on a Sunday morning back in the middle of July at 7am. I parked at the North Falls Parking Lot and got a spot immediately. It's $5 entrance fee per person and you pay at a metered machine.During my visit, the payment kiosks were covered up for 7am so there was no way to pay. I did leave a $5 bill inside my front windshield as an act of good faith since the meters were not in use.Later I spoke with a park ranger who said sometimes they get a late start opening the park and I can always make a payment before leaving.For here at Silver Falls, basically, you can hike the Trail of Ten Waterfalls. This is the trail that everyone hikes along. It's 8.7 miles roundtrip in length and covers or shall I say walks past 10 waterfalls among the charming Oregon forest.This Trail of Ten Falls is comprised of 2 smaller hikes that when paired together, will give you the 8.7 miles covering everything. Keep an eye on the lookout for the Canyon Trail and the Rim Trail. From the North Falls Parking Lot, I'd suggest starting with the Canyon Trail and eventually down the way, you'll confront the Rim Trail for making one gigantic circle.Btw...these 8.7 miles are not strenuous or elevated. It's along flat ground and perfect for everyone.Now...for the middle of July, you won't get to witness 10 waterfalls. I'd say 3 - 4 of them were all dried up and not even flowing. And another 3 or so waterfalls were not even worthwhile.But...there's (in my opinion) 4 waterfalls to uncover and I'd say at least 3 of them will leave you with goosebumps! They will make you emotional and take your adventurous energy to new heights!I'll name all 4...- North Falls - 136 feet and it's here where if you plug "Silver Falls State Park" into Google Maps, you'll find adequate parking for an early weekend day in July. Then this North Falls will stun you with jaw dropping scenery!- Upper North Falls - this is the one waterfall not situated along the Trail of Ten Falls. It's off to the side of the North Falls Parking Lot. Maybe the walk to it is 1/3rd of a mile long. When you arrive at this Upper North Falls, it's not as striking as some of the best here, but there's room to go swimming if you choose and it's easily photographable for quality family moments. I actually completed this Upper North Falls at the end of my explorations before leaving for the day.- Lower South Falls - continuing along the Trail of Ten Falls and you won't miss this majestic waterfall. It was my 2nd favorite in the park and is sort of the appetizer/introduction to the upcoming "Main Event" waterfall...Lower South Falls is amazing in that you can walk underneath it and capture some awesome, awesome views behind the massive power of this waterfall. It's magical and not even the best one in the park!- South Falls - 177 feet straight plunge into the abyss (or pool, lol). This is it! This South Falls is the "Poster Child" of Silver Falls State Park. It's what everyone comes for. It's the heart and soul of the 8.7 mile hike to arrive here.This waterfall is next level! I'd put it or rank it in my Top 10 Best Waterfalls Ever!There are so many different angles and glances to take pictures from and immerse yourself in the apex of nature's beauty!I was hooked on this South Falls. I couldn't take my eyes off it and felt bliss by the views circling around it. All my best photos and videos came here. What else can I say? South Falls will leave you speechless!Right near South Falls is the Nature Store where you can purchase gifts a
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August 2023 by Paris T.
Silver Falls State Park was the perfect summer camping spot for my family and I. The hiking trails and the waterfalls are absolutely stunning. The campground was well maintained along with the showers and restrooms. We had zero issues while we were staying here. I would 100% recommend checking out this state park if you are considering just for a day hike, camping here, etc!
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July 2023 by Cody B.
Highlight of our Oregon coast trip! Some amazing views. Well worth the 2 hour drive from the coast. Arrive between 8-9 and you will beat the crowds and much cooler weather.Grab a souvenir on your way out at the gift shop!9.5/10! Great hike.
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July 2023 by Sarah J.
Silver Falls State Park is an awesome park to hike in! It is known for the 10 different waterfalls in their loop. Do the whole loop! It's worth it. The trail is relatively flat, with some small inclines, but I would say this trail is friendly for most people including children and families. The views are gorgeous. I recommend starting on the south side and ending on the north falls side. Once you are done hiking, you can hit up the cafe for some lunch. They have a nice menu with a variety of items. The items remind of a summer lunch at home, made by your mother or grandma. A nice BLT, nothing fancy with a side of chips. The food was good, and overall, we had a fantastic day in the park!
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July 2023 by Google user
Absolutely loved this hike. I've always wanted to go behind a waterfall. I think the lower south falls was my favorite, you're behind the fall and pretty close to the water too. Ten waterfalls all in 1 hike! But give yourself a lot of time, I only managed to see 8/10 waterfalls. I think it took me about 3 hours I forget how long exactly. And definitely go early, when I got back to the car around 12:30 there were a lot of cars waiting with no parking spaces available. I went at the end of May and the waterfalls were still a wonderful sight to see, but I wonder if I went earlier in the year the water flow would be higher? Some of them didn't seem that big but I'm not sure if that's just how they normally are. All in all, a great hike, not too hard in difficulty, but long in length, I love that it's a loop trail so you don't have to turn back around at the end. Park is kept very clean, I think $5 fee to park there.
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June 2023 by Jenna W.
Absolutely gorgeous. We did the Maple Ridge Loop Hike, which gives a great experience of two waterfalls. I am still recovering from a knee surgery, so I was not up for the full 10 mile loop.I brought my brother who was visiting from Houston and thoroughly enjoyed the PNW beauty and climate. We came around 10am on a weekday, and it wasn't too busy.There is a cafe that serves some food, and a cute gift shop. The bathrooms were in excellent condition, as were the trails.
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May 2023 by Terrence M.
Activity: hiking & waterfallsPros: the views were beautiful and gorgeous. The hike to view the waterfalls was not relatively easy. You do need good good hiking boots. SomePeople had sandals I know their feet was hurting! Theres also opportunities for you to actually go down into the waterfall which is really cool.Cons: The sign says no dogs and clearly people brought them but I thought it was cool to see them.
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April 2023 by Lynn B.
$5 for parking Worth every penny! There are 10 beautiful waterfalls and tons of mini waterfalls along the way. It's super easy to navigate and well marked! I would HIGHLY recommend you wear hiking shoes. I went in April 2023 and there were tons of muddy patches. If you don't have hiking shoes I wouldn't wear brand new shoes because it'll get super dirty and muddy! :) Trail took me about 5 hours to complete. Stopped along the way and took so many photos! It's a giant loop. It sounds long, but I promise you the time flies by because there is soooo much to see!!! However if you have bad knees or you don't have time... you can definitely just complete one or two waterfalls. The trail is not handicap accessible or stroller accessible. There are parts of the trail where you would have to climb up and down the stairs. The trail is truly magical! It is definitely worth a visit! This was my second time completing this trail and I can't wait to come back again! It's that good!!! Cell phone service was almost nonexistent. I got some cellular service when I got closer to the parking lot. I would take photos of the map. Bring plenty of water and snacks. There are free public restrooms available at the main parking lot. Super cute place To have a picnic if you prepare a lunch. There is a restaurant/cafe, but I didn't visit it while I was there. There are no other fast food or restaurants along the way so plan accordingly.
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February 2023 by Kim R.
A definite must for waterfall seekers or anyone who loves a good hike. We've been before but just took the Winter Falls Loop for the first time. You'll miss a couple falls, but 7 is a pretty decent accomplishment in 5 miles. This loop isn't hard, not a lot of incline at all. There were muddy spots, and standing water behind Lower South Falls. Each of the 7 are unique, and spaced out enough during the loop to keep even the impatient happy. We finished up by catching a quick lunch at the cafe, a nice ending to our hike. We arrived at the park around 9:30 to a fairly empty lot, which had filled up significantly when we left just past noon. Definitely arrive early to avoid the trail traffic, which is light this time of year anyway. A fabulous park full of lovely trails and trees, let alone the spectacular falls. Highly recommend!
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December 2022 by Emily W.
A great hike we've done twice now! It is a short walk from the parking lot to the first waterfall, it was rainy when we went so the stairs were a bit slippery, but plenty of rails for safety. We did not suspect we couldn't bring our dog down the first entrance to the falls, but the longer trek was worth it to get to the falls and see the views. It was a very clean park, plenty of incline to work up a sweat, and the gift shop has very nice trinkets including collectibles.
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November 2022 by Rose D.
Wow, wow, WOW! I am kicking myself for taking so long to get to this state park. If you want to hike the entire Trail of Ten Falls it's a 7.2-mile loop, or they have shorter sections & loops if you don't have as much time or energy. There's a nice restroom facility at the South Day-Use parking and s smaller restroom at the North Day-Use parking. There aren't other restrooms along the trail, so plan accordingly. Single day parking is $5 or you can buy an annual Oregon State Park Pass, which is currently around $30 or the year. The trails are well-maintained and relatively easy, with a few inclines & steep parts here and there, without many roots or rocks to look out for. If you have someone with limited mobility, or are just short on time, the South Falls is not very far from the South Day-Use parking lot, and it's worth a visit just for that alone (check map for details & distance to determine if it will work for you if you have someone with limited mobility in your group). You can walk behind at least 3 of the waterfalls, which is absolutely marvelous! (including the South Falls closest to the South parking) You will get a bit misty if you walk behind the falls, but it's not bad. And there are all large waterfalls, too! This place gets busy & parking fills up in the Summer months. There was some picnic tables near the parking areas and they also have a cafe (I don't think it's open year-round, check website for details), at least one lodge and camping.
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November 2022 by Jessica Doran
This is a beautiful, well maintained park! The trail of 10 falls is amazing! Because of the beautiful scenery it can get a little busy or crowded in spots. There are endless photo opportunities. The park could use a couple more bathrooms along the way but I imagine that would be difficult to do and maintain so I understand why they aren't there. You can make this a quick walk by only doing some of the shorter loops or go all out with over 7 miles of moderate hiking for stunning views.Dogs are only allowed on certain trails, FYI.
