Beautiful hike through lush forest to a dramatic waterfall that drops straight down through…read morevolcanic rock. Climb up to upper viewpoint for closer look. The trail to the bridge was damaged/ closed, so we took the alternate one - good workout! Parking lot bigger than Toketee Falls, big enough for trailers. There are 2 vault toilets, 2 benches but no picnic tables. Neat part is if you stand near the toilets, you can see top of Watson falls from there.

Watson Falls is a fantastic looking 293 foot waterfall located in the Umpqua National Forest of…read moreSouthwest Oregon. It sits just 54 miles north of Crater Lake National Park. Watson Falls can be combined together among a trifecta of landmarks all within short distances of each other for a full days worth of basking among the great outdoors. First, start out here at Watson Falls. Next, head 3 miles down the road to Toketee Falls and then finish up 4.5 miles away at Umpqua Hot Springs. But, back to here at Watson Falls and what to expect... To arrive at Watson Falls, it's an easy one mile roundtrip pathway loop gaining 370 feet in elevation. Leave your car in the parking lot, then cross the street and into the forest. You'll pass over a footbridge and continue on the trail which veers towards the left. Finally, approach a Bench Viewpoint of Watson Falls, but that's not nearly a good enough perspective. Climb the rocks and head straight to the base of the falls. Then you'll confront waterfall bliss. What's terrific about standing at the bottom of Watson Falls is that you have the entire waterfall and backdrop to yourself. There's no blemishes or disturbances. In essence, the setting is a waterfall enthusiasts' dream come true. During my visit in early September around 10am, I had unlimited time to admire this stunning natural wonder. Best of all, Watson Falls is one sheer 293 foot drop. There's no cascading down a cliffside or being broken up into different sections or tiers. It truly shines outright. You can continue onward to the Upper Viewpoint which is a short little walk uphill, but the views from high up don't nearly do it justice. The Upper Viewpoint can be skipped altogether but it won't hurt to take in a different glance of Watson Falls if your curiosity gets the best of you. Finally, it's time to return back on the trail to the parking lot. In total, you can take an hour or so to appreciate experiencing Watson Falls. Next up will be Toketee Falls, which is similar to Watson Falls in that it'll take about 1 mile to reach all while hiking through the pristine Umpqua Forest. Overall, Watson Falls is a magical little roadside stop as you make your way through Southwestern Oregon. It may be under the radar, but deserves a place on your To-Do List.

August 31, 2025 - Tiller, Oregon…read more The road to the waterfall is a 4-mile drive on a narrow Forest Service Road (NF 6530) off of OR-230. There is a sign that directs you to the small parking lot. From the parking lot, reaching the waterfall is an easy half-mile walk through the forest, with a few switchbacks along the way. The trail is well cared for, dogs are welcome on leash, and the peaceful beauty of the woods made the journey every bit as rewarding as the falls. Although, we had been warned about the mosquitos in the area, they were not an issue at all when we were there. Well worth the slight detour on your way to Crater Lake, Diamond Lake or the Rogue River Gorge.

You drive about 4 miles off OR-230 on a paved 1-1/2 lane road to the parking area. The parking…read morearea is dirt. The hike is about half a mile downhill on switchbacks. The falls are quite beautiful and worth the hike down and back. There is no cell phone service, so you will have to save the photos to send out later.

I travel to this hot spring at least twice a year. It's a magical hidden gem I highly recommend…read morevisiting once in your life. If you have never been to a hot spring before, the first thing you will notice is the smell. It's not human poop or pee, hot springs release a gas called sulphur which smells like rotten eggs. You get used to the smell prettty quickly or you don't. Either way it's natural so don't worry. If you are not a hiker I wouldn't recommend this spot. The forest rangers usually keep the entrance of this place closed so be prepared to walk about 2 miles to the entrance of the hot spring. Once you get to the parking lot of the hot spring, you are going to have to hike up a pretty steep slope but don't worry, there are some make shift hand rails that will guide you to the spring. Please for the love of god don't forget towels, water and possibly a flashlight if you are going at night. Also clean up after yourself. Don't leave trash or wet clothes behind for someone else to pick up.

This is a little too rustic. The trail to the hot springs is steep and not well maintained. The…read morepools are gritty and shallow. Went once and that's enough.

Fall Creek Falls- AMAZING!!!…read more I love this place! The hike to the Falls is beautiful with plenty of things to explore, and is not all that far. When I got to the Falls there was a family there that was just leaving and I wound up having that entire area to myself for about 45 minutes. I spent more than half of the time meditating directly under and right next to the falls, make sure you bring a bathing suit so that you can really get in there and sit under the water. It was by far one of the most energizing waters I've ever had the pleasure of being in, it was alive, electric and conscious and really gave me the mental, spiritual, physical recharge that I had needed for so long. I don't think you can truly understand until you go there yourself and get under that water for some time. You have no idea. Much love to Fall Creek Falls and the beautiful drive getting there.

Nice falls, fun short hike. Rocky, windy trail up to the falls. Burn zone, so lots of trees down,…read morebut we enjoyed the path along the stream and through the rocks and shrooms. Only a handful of parking spots at this one, and no vault toilet.

I had been to this waterfall few times. One easy, short, stroller friendly and shade hike…read more I go there from May to Sept and one time on end of November. May to Sept - water flow is more and full.. Its green everywhere. Crowded November -water flow is less than May. Trail cover with ice and snow. Drive into the trailhead is kind of dangerous since road cover with icy. Even I have snow tires on still slippery some area. Trail is cover with icy and we must walk very slow and careful not to fall. I have hiking shoe on, but still slippery. I should have chain on it to be safe. Do not follow the google map if u search as "Clearwear Falls".. Correct "Clearwater Falls Campground" Or follow this direction. Milepost 69.5 on Hwy 138 Turn South @ Clearwater Falls Easy Parking lot to waterfall is 800 ft RT Out & Back Vault Toilet Porch with beach with view of the falls. Please noted my photos taken from different times and years.

This stop definitely deserved an updated review on my part! My first visit here was in February…read moresnow, but this weekend my experience here was so much better. Rushing wide falls, but it was the setting that I found particularly stunning. Crystal clear waters above the falls, and a simply gorgeous forest surround. Really a serene stop. There's a decent amount of parking only steps from the falls (with vault toilet) and a tiny campground as well.

Hidden about 45 minute outside of Crater Lake National Park in the tiny town of Prospect lies Mill…read moreCreek Falls and the Avenue of the Boulders. The space features a short hike with waterfall views and access to large boulders and parts of the beautiful Rogue River. I stopped here on the way back from Crater Lake National Park. The turnoff from the highway is easy to miss. In fact, I missed it myself and had to turn back around in the middle of the road. There's a small parking lot with a highly degraded trail map and a few portable restrooms near the beginning of the trailhead. The hike is pretty short, I'd say less than 2 miles round trip. You start off on a flat path that will take you to a two-way intersection. If you bear left, the trail will lead you the Rogue River and the Avenue of the Boulders. And if you bear right, the trail continues to two separate viewpoints; Barr Creek Falls and Mill Creek Falls. I decided to hit the falls first. The hike is pretty easy with gentle rolling inclines. It's entirely shaded by big beautiful trees. The first waterfall in view will be Mill Creek Falls. These falls absolutely stunning! They were flourishing in late fall. The second set of falls is just a short walk up a some log steps. This is where you'll find Barr Creek Falls. These falls weren't as robust as Mill Creek Falls, but they were still very charming. You'll also get a glimpse of the beautiful Siskiyou forest in the backdrop. On the way back, I headed down the other way toward the Avenue of the Boulders. I've been to the Avenue of the Giants before in Humboldt County, but the the Avenue of the Boulders are a completely different experience. They're comprised of huge boulders, many of which you can climb to get a better view of the falls and the Rogue River that flows down below. Simply one of the most gorgeous sights that I've ever seen! The Rogue River is so comforting and calming. This a total relaxation spot. A place where you can just sit back, relax, and enjoy the view. Enjoy the sounds and sights of the river flowing beneath your feet. It's truly endearing. Who would have thought that something this beautiful could be hidden away in a small town just outside of Crater Lake? It's so amazing and yet still extremely secluded. If you're coming up to Crater Lake, a visit to Mill Creek Falls and be Avenue of the Boulders should definitely be added to your list.

Gorgeous and easy hike out to some boulders or a set of waterfalls. This seasons rain and snow melt…read moremade the rivers flow violently with water, producing amazing cascades of water for the falls. It's a downward hike and you don't notice it until the hike back out, but it's fairly easy and short so it's a great little stop over for a worthwhile view. The map etched in wood in the parking lot gives a good overlook of the area. Definitely head to the right side and see the falls.

When you want a nice drive and hiking day this is a great place to go. There are so many waterfalls…read morein the area. The area has easy, moderate and advanced hiking areas. The local visitors center has a brochure or you can get it online. Even though it was a bit of a rainy day we decided to take a drive. Glad we did. Loved the hike and the rain held off for a while. Beautiful area and the waterfalls are beautiful. Will be back again when I have more time.

Trail, falls, and day use area along OR138 (with toilets). You can park at the decent sized…read moretrailhead or across the highway at the day use area that's set on the river. The trail up is through the burn zone on a well-maintained mostly flat path that zig-zags to the falls. While not one of the more spectacular falls you'll encounter on this road, it's accessible to most anyone.

Easy and slow paced trail to the top for beginners. Its a zig zag trail with a somewhat small…read moreincline to the top. Once you reach the top, you can see the whole wide view of Crater Lake. Parking for this is about a couple miles from the entrance. Its usually packed due to the amount of people overlooking the lake and taking pictures vs the amount of people going up to this trail. When you look towards the lake from this viewpoint, the trail is just to the right. Head straight and you will see a sign to either go to Rim Trail or Watchman Trail. I believe Rim Trail is a flat long path to a view but its not as nice as Watchman Trail's. You can eat up at the Peak as a reward but space is limited.

2 mi, 423 elevation gain, 56 minutes to complete…read more Small snowfield to cross if you start at watchman overlook. If you come from discovery point it would be longer but you would avoid any of the snow crossings. Totally worth the hike- one of the most amazing views in the park especially at sunrise or sunset! Lots of different wildflowers along the way and panoramic views. There is a cute fire lookout that appears to no longer be in use at the top.

Well maintained; signage rates the levels of difficulty…read more Nice people on the trail, always fun and enjoyable hikes.

What a fun labyrinth of different kinds of hiking trails, ranging in degrees of difficulties…read more There's something for everyone. We came here with our two friends each of them having a little one strapped to their backs. Our dog Momo was also part of the group and she particularly loved this walk. At the time we were her in late spring (end of May), we were able to see still lots of wild flowers, but my friend mentioned that Renee were even more a few weeks earlier. The trails are mostly leading through forest area and so you're in the shade most of the time. We took a trail that led us to the peak and we were able to enjoy lovely views over the valley. Note: there's lots of poison oak here. If you have small kids with you, remind them to be vigilant.

The BEST part about this beautiful campground: The wet…read moregrass on my bare feet The staff is amazing and the grounds are beautifully maintained And close to all your favorite outdoor activities

We stayed at The Last Resort in the Umpqua Valley with our friends--two families with four kids…read moretotal--and while the campground itself was tidy and the showers were nice and hot, our experience was seriously soured by the behavior of the staff. Shortly after we arrived, they yelled at our 1.5 and 4.5-year-old kids for touching the sprinkler system. Instead of a polite heads-up, it was immediate hostility. Later, they got snarky with us for being about 10 minutes past checkout--even though no one was waiting for our site, and we were clearly in the process of leaving. It wasn't just a reminder; it was rude and unnecessary. We had to directly ask them not to speak to us so nastily. Between the two families, all of us felt uncomfortable and unwelcome. There are just too many beautiful and friendly places to stay in this region to deal with that kind of treatment. The only reason I'd recommend this place is if you absolutely need a hot shower and can't find one elsewhere. Otherwise, steer clear.