Ponytail Falls
Oregon · 88-foot drop · Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness · Last verified 2026-05-15
Ponytail Falls is a waterfall in Multnomah County, Oregon. It drops roughly 88 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ponytail Falls (this page) | — | 88 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Horsetail Falls | 0 mi | 214 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Oneonta Falls | 0 mi | 98 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Middle Oneonta Falls | 0 mi | 24 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Upper Oneonta Falls | 0 mi | 65 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Waespe Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
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Questions visitors ask about Ponytail 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 Ponytail Falls?
Ponytail Falls is 88 feet (26.8 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Ponytail Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Ponytail 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 Ponytail 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 Ponytail Falls?
No entrance fee. Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Ponytail Falls from a major city?
Ponytail Falls is 6 miles from North Bonneville (about 8 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
45.5887, -122.0684
Sources and live status
Where we got the data, and where to check current conditions before you drive.
Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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