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Wow! What a great place. Not sure what I was expecting, but not this. The Homestead parking area was almost full when we arrived on a Saturday at 12:30. There is a (stinky) vault toilet facility available. The trail wanders through tall Douglas-fir, Alder and Big Leaf maple which provide good shade. All the while listening to the rushing water from Sweet Creek. Since there has been no rain recently, we expected the falls to be pretty dry but they weren't. I imagine they are even more striking in the spring. There is plenty of access to the water, and we wished we had worn bathing suits. We did find some cool pools to dip our toes in though. We saw several people walking through the creek rather than on the trail, and it looked like fun. The trail is pretty well maintained although there are roots and rocks to trip you. It was more crowded as late afternoon approached. Lots of families with water toys and such. Would love to come back and visit on a weekday when it is quieter. Definitely recommend!
Yelp 100 Challenge 52 Now, this is a take your breath away hike! Each step you take is amazing and absolutely beautiful. It's an easy walk, with beauty all around. Most of the hike is in the shade of the tall pines surrounding the waterfalls. The moss and the ferns take on a life of their own as the sunlight dances on their leaves. We even were lucky to see a gorgeous banana slug perched on a branch. The waterfalls are a sight to behold and the fact that at every turn there's yet another, makes this hike even more special. Parking is limited in the small lot at the trailhead. I would imagine it would be more crowed on the weekends. There are rustic bathroom facilities available in the parking lot. Thankfully, cell service doesn't exist here.
The trail along Sweet Creek is a popular place on the weekend for folks trying to escape the city. Parking can be hard to find, but just be courteous & patient because people are constantly coming and going. Lots of great photo ops and places to step off the trail and soak your feet. Bring the pooch cuz they'll love it to. Please pick up after them though and dispose of waste/trash at the trailhead. Several beautiful waterfalls along the way with the last one being the biggest.
Beautiful short hike. Just long enough to feel like you hiked, but not so long that you feel exhausted. I think it was about 1.5 miles each way. Small inclines, a few steps. It got this pregnant girl's heart rate up a few times but didn't break a real sweat. So many places for great photo ops. And the road leading up to the trailhead is also beautiful. We went in June and it was still cool. The trail was def wet. I brought one hiking pole and appreciated that i had it. One is not needed, but if you have one, go ahead and bring it. But I'd say def bring good shoes w grip, esp during the wetter months. It was much too cold for us to get in the water this time of year. If you have very young kids, elderly, or any one else physically impaired, drive up the road some more and you will see another small parking lot and the Sweet Creek Trailhead sign. You can park there and the top of the waterfall is just a few mins walk to the viewpoint.
This hike was absolutely beautiful! We found this place by picking up one of those What To Do In Oregon brochures and decided to go check it out, and we couldnt have been happier with this trail. It's a little over a 3 mile hike but not to difficult overall. It is not a paved path so people who have a hard time with uneven grounds might want to sit this one out. It also has this catwalk bolted to the side of the mountain so you are standing directly above the rushing river below you , which amazed me and terrified me at the same time. It had just been storming and the water was high and vicious and since it was only the two of us , we were very careful around the water . There were I believe about 11 different waterfalls on this hike and an abundance of wildlife. I would recommend this place for all the nature lovers out there
This is one of my new favorite trails! I recommend parking at the lower parking lot and doing the complete trail to Sweet Creek Falls. There's another parking area which drastically cuts this hike down in length (great for those who can't walk or hike for very long but are still adventurous!). We loved walked along the rushing river and through the beautiful green trees. In the winter the water is very high but I guess in the summer you're actually able to cross the river. We took so many beautiful pictures and it was nice not running into too many people on the trail. We kept our dogs on the leash and they loved it, it was the perfect length of walking or our older dog. There are a couple metal grate bridges that go over the water along the river and a few areas by the river you can sit and enjoy the water. The falls themselves are beautiful and there's even a trail up to the top where you can look down on them. I'd say even beginner hikers can enjoy this trail. There are also bathrooms by the parking lot.
Ridiculously awesome. I guess if I had to find one imperfection, it would be that the *constant* beauty is strangely difficult to photograph (it's kind of the opposite of the epic Silver Falls State Park in that way)... but otherwise, it's an exceptionally simple & tranquil place to meander around. P.S. If you happen to get the urge to hump someone against a certain bench alongside the path, it probably won't be quite as hot as it might seem in your mind ;)
This place just became my most favorite hike of all time! Easy to moderate forested trial. Dog friendly. Lots of wildlife from snakes, birds, chipmunks, lizards and fish. DOZENS of waterfalls! Fern/moss wall heaven! Mostly shaded with some people. Mosquitos were also not an issue. Catwalk along the mountain side was just scary enough to be exciting but not "turn around" scary, of course depending on your fear of heights. Almost wish the trail was harder to keep more people away! Doable for kids as well. Bathroom also located at the start of trail.
Great hike for all ages, great views and lots of little falls along the way to the big fall at the end. definitely worth going to the upper viewpoint at trails end. DON'T MISS THE DINOSOUR!
While visiting Oregon, a friend recommended we check out Sweet Creek Trail. We wanted to go on a hike after the long drive up, and also be near waterfalls, and we got what we desired at this little gem of a spot. Sweet Creek is absolutely GORGEOUS! Beautiful hiking trail that wasn't challenging at all...the real challenge was the heat. It was near 100 degrees the day we visited. Most of the hike is shaded well though, and there are waterfalls flowing the whole way up until you reach the top, so you can jump in and cool off anytime. The hike itself is not very long...maybe 2-3 miles total, there and back. The pool at the end of the hike was full of people, and there were lots of people swimming in random spots as we wandered up the trail. We found a spot on our way back to the parking lot and it was perfect and not crowded at all. Slippery rocks and heavy flowing water didn't stop us from attempting to get as close to those waterfalls as possible. And that we did. The dip in the freezing cold waters really hit the spot after hiking in the heat. We didn't mind the near hypothermia experience because it was just so darn beautiful, and coming from California, we do not have a ton of waterfalls to enjoy like in Oregon. This place was really a treat to explore and I'm so glad we checked it out. I would love to go back someday. **Tips** -There were signs about folks getting their cars broken into here, so bring your phone and wallet with you, at the very least. I usually lock stuff in the car and just bring my key, but it's better to be on the safe side and bring important belongings along with you. -Go to the top of the falls when you reach the end. It's a super short trek to the very top and it's soooo worth it. -Bring a towel and pair of water shoes if you have them and plan to go swimming. We were barefoot and juggling shoes/socks while crossing water to get to our hang out spot, and I would have liked to have had my waterproof shoes with me.
Many waterfalls and swimming holes along this amazing and shaded trail. Love mossy rocks? How about lush ferns? How do you feel about cascading water? Do you enjoy dipping your feet into cold water on a hot summer day? Or how about swimming among giant redwood trees? If any of this sounds appealing you need to visit Sweet Creek Falls. We came in the middle of summer and it was the perfect way to spend an afternoon hiking, meditating, and swimming. There are 11 waterfalls ranging in size and close to 2.5 miles all together of shaded trails to explore, rustic bridges included. This was definitely one of the highlights of our trip to Oregon last summer. Know before you go: Parking lots at each trailhead. Super stinky bathroom located only at Homestead Trailhead. Dog friendly. And most importantly FREE! *Don't be surprised to see topless women swimming. We all have breasts and it's a beautiful thing to be free especially in a place like this. If this bothers you just look away. *Don't use Yelp directions as they'll take you to the wrong place. Use Google instead. I've reported this several times but like nearly everything I report Yelp ignores it. And Happy Earth Day! If you haven't discovered what nature can do for your soul I highly recommend getting away from the daily grind, turning your phone off, and just enjoying what places like this can do for you. It's truly magical. read more
Awesome trail with multiple waterfalls. Trails were nice and clear of debris and branches. A few spots with bigger rocks, roots, and water. Gorgeous scenery! There are so many photo opportunities. Many different bridges along the trail allow you to walk over the water. There is a part of the trail where you have to walk through a small stream. I wasn't wearing the proper gear and didn't want wet shoes and socks, so we headed back at that point and headed towards the upper parking lot. The upper trail still had snow on the ground, and the parking area was pretty soggy. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our time here. We would love to come back again during a drier season. Highly recommend! read more
A seriously great trail...one of my favorites and worth going out of the way to experience! The trailhead is near Mapleton, has a toilet and ample parking, and is easy to find. The trail itself is simply fabulous. It's a bit shy of 2 miles out and back, and is pure entertainment from start to finish. You travel along the creek the whole way. Around every corner is another falls, a unique tree, and a whole different scene to take in. A lot of work went into this trail...metal walkways suspended from the rocks provide one-of-a-kind over the water views. There was one tree down over the trail last weekend...and you have to walk through a minor stream at one point...but overall I think most anyone could make the trek. The trail ends with a waterfall overview which is slightly harder to reach...a little loose footing and muddy climbing, but worth the effort. I highly recommend Sweet Creek Trail, and pictures do not do it justice. A fast and easy trail with LOADS to offer! read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
Wow! What a great place. Not sure what I was expecting, but not this. The Homestead parking area was almost full when we arrived on a Saturday at 12:30. There is a (stinky) vault toilet facility available. The trail wanders through tall Douglas-fir, Alder and Big Leaf maple which provide good shade. All the while listening to the rushing water from Sweet Creek. Since there has been no rain recently, we expected the falls to be pretty dry but they weren't. I imagine they are even more striking in the spring. There is plenty of access to the water, and we wished we had worn bathing suits. We did find some cool pools to dip our toes in though. We saw several people walking through the creek rather than on the trail, and it looked like fun. The trail is pretty well maintained although there are roots and rocks to trip you. It was more crowded as late afternoon approached. Lots of families with water toys and such. Would love to come back and visit on a weekday when it is quieter. Definitely recommend! read more
Yelp 100 Challenge 52 Now, this is a take your breath away hike! Each step you take is amazing and absolutely beautiful. It's an easy walk, with beauty all around. Most of the hike is in the shade of the tall pines surrounding the waterfalls. The moss and the ferns take on a life of their own as the sunlight dances on their leaves. We even were lucky to see a gorgeous banana slug perched on a branch. The waterfalls are a sight to behold and the fact that at every turn there's yet another, makes this hike even more special. Parking is limited in the small lot at the trailhead. I would imagine it would be more crowed on the weekends. There are rustic bathroom facilities available in the parking lot. Thankfully, cell service doesn't exist here. read more
The trail along Sweet Creek is a popular place on the weekend for folks trying to escape the city. Parking can be hard to find, but just be courteous & patient because people are constantly coming and going. Lots of great photo ops and places to step off the trail and soak your feet. Bring the pooch cuz they'll love it to. Please pick up after them though and dispose of waste/trash at the trailhead. Several beautiful waterfalls along the way with the last one being the biggest. read more
8 years ago
Beautiful short hike. Just long enough to feel like you hiked, but not so long that you feel exhausted. I think it was about 1.5 miles each way. Small inclines, a few steps. It got this pregnant girl's heart rate up a few times but didn't break a real sweat. So many places for great photo ops. And the road leading up to the trailhead is also beautiful. We went in June and it was still cool. The trail was def wet. I brought one hiking pole and appreciated that i had it. One is not needed, but if you have one, go ahead and bring it. But I'd say def bring good shoes w grip, esp during the wetter months. It was much too cold for us to get in the water this time of year. If you have very young kids, elderly, or any one else physically impaired, drive up the road some more and you will see another small parking lot and the Sweet Creek Trailhead sign. You can park there and the top of the waterfall is just a few mins walk to the viewpoint. read more
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13 years ago
This hike was absolutely beautiful! We found this place by picking up one of those What To Do In Oregon brochures and decided to go check it out, and we couldnt have been happier with this trail. It's a little over a 3 mile hike but not to difficult overall. It is not a paved path so people who have a hard time with uneven grounds might want to sit this one out. It also has this catwalk bolted to the side of the mountain so you are standing directly above the rushing river below you , which amazed me and terrified me at the same time. It had just been storming and the water was high and vicious and since it was only the two of us , we were very careful around the water . There were I believe about 11 different waterfalls on this hike and an abundance of wildlife. I would recommend this place for all the nature lovers out there read more
This is one of my new favorite trails! I recommend parking at the lower parking lot and doing the complete trail to Sweet Creek Falls. There's another parking area which drastically cuts this hike down in length (great for those who can't walk or hike for very long but are still adventurous!). We loved walked along the rushing river and through the beautiful green trees. In the winter the water is very high but I guess in the summer you're actually able to cross the river. We took so many beautiful pictures and it was nice not running into too many people on the trail. We kept our dogs on the leash and they loved it, it was the perfect length of walking or our older dog. There are a couple metal grate bridges that go over the water along the river and a few areas by the river you can sit and enjoy the water. The falls themselves are beautiful and there's even a trail up to the top where you can look down on them. I'd say even beginner hikers can enjoy this trail. There are also bathrooms by the parking lot. read more
5 years ago
10 years ago
Ridiculously awesome. I guess if I had to find one imperfection, it would be that the *constant* beauty is strangely difficult to photograph (it's kind of the opposite of the epic Silver Falls State Park in that way)... but otherwise, it's an exceptionally simple & tranquil place to meander around. P.S. If you happen to get the urge to hump someone against a certain bench alongside the path, it probably won't be quite as hot as it might seem in your mind ;) read more
6 years ago
This place just became my most favorite hike of all time! Easy to moderate forested trial. Dog friendly. Lots of wildlife from snakes, birds, chipmunks, lizards and fish. DOZENS of waterfalls! Fern/moss wall heaven! Mostly shaded with some people. Mosquitos were also not an issue. Catwalk along the mountain side was just scary enough to be exciting but not "turn around" scary, of course depending on your fear of heights. Almost wish the trail was harder to keep more people away! Doable for kids as well. Bathroom also located at the start of trail. read more
8 years ago
Great hike for all ages, great views and lots of little falls along the way to the big fall at the end. definitely worth going to the upper viewpoint at trails end. DON'T MISS THE DINOSOUR! read more
12 years ago
While visiting Oregon, a friend recommended we check out Sweet Creek Trail. We wanted to go on a hike after the long drive up, and also be near waterfalls, and we got what we desired at this little gem of a spot. Sweet Creek is absolutely GORGEOUS! Beautiful hiking trail that wasn't challenging at all...the real challenge was the heat. It was near 100 degrees the day we visited. Most of the hike is shaded well though, and there are waterfalls flowing the whole way up until you reach the top, so you can jump in and cool off anytime. The hike itself is not very long...maybe 2-3 miles total, there and back. The pool at the end of the hike was full of people, and there were lots of people swimming in random spots as we wandered up the trail. We found a spot on our way back to the parking lot and it was perfect and not crowded at all. Slippery rocks and heavy flowing water didn't stop us from attempting to get as close to those waterfalls as possible. And that we did. The dip in the freezing cold waters really hit the spot after hiking in the heat. We didn't mind the near hypothermia experience because it was just so darn beautiful, and coming from California, we do not have a ton of waterfalls to enjoy like in Oregon. This place was really a treat to explore and I'm so glad we checked it out. I would love to go back someday. **Tips** -There were signs about folks getting their cars broken into here, so bring your phone and wallet with you, at the very least. I usually lock stuff in the car and just bring my key, but it's better to be on the safe side and bring important belongings along with you. -Go to the top of the falls when you reach the end. It's a super short trek to the very top and it's soooo worth it. -Bring a towel and pair of water shoes if you have them and plan to go swimming. We were barefoot and juggling shoes/socks while crossing water to get to our hang out spot, and I would have liked to have had my waterproof shoes with me. read more
7 years ago
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8 years ago
Gorgeous hike. If you are looking for a scenic, easy hike, this is the one for you. Even the drive to the trailhead is beautiful. From the trailhead it was a mile in and a mile hike out. It was definitely an easy hike and perfect for kids. There are lots of little spots to stop and enjoy the little waterfalls and hop on rocks. This was a great hike for my family. read more
12 years ago
It's an easy hike to this beautiful waterfall, the hike is a .9 miles (less than a mile) to the falls, with lots of beauty along the way. If you like nature, hiking, and waterfalls, I would highly recommend heading out for a hike to see Sweet Creek Falls! read more
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