Dry Creek Falls
Oregon · 72-foot drop · Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Dry Creek Falls is a waterfall in Oregon. It drops roughly 72 feet. Access details and conditions have not yet been verified in person by Fallspots — the data on this page comes from OpenStreetMap and USGS GNIS.
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| Waterfall | Distance | Height | Trail | Dogs | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Creek Falls (this page) | — | 72 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Pacific Crest Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Nick Eaton Falls | 2 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Sorenson Falls | 3 mi | 164 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Metlako Falls | 3 mi | 102 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Lower Ruckel Creek Falls | 3 mi | — | — | — | — |
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Questions visitors ask about Dry Creek Falls
Answers built from our structured data. If a question isn't here, the fact is unverified — we'd rather omit than guess.
How tall is Dry Creek Falls?
Dry Creek Falls is 72 feet (22 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Dry Creek Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Dry Creek Falls is inside Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness. We inferred this from OpenStreetMap protected-area polygons; if you find we got the boundary wrong, please report it. See the park page for fees, hours, and current conditions.
Can I bring my dog to Dry Creek Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness permits leashed dogs in most areas). Inferred from park type; check the official site for trail-specific restrictions. Always leash and pack out waste.
Is there a fee to visit Dry Creek Falls?
No entrance fee. Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Dry Creek Falls from a major city?
Dry Creek Falls is 1 miles from Cascade Locks (about 2 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
45.6571, -121.8666
Sources and live status
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Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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