Skoonichuk Falls
Oregon · 48-foot drop · Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Skoonichuk Falls is a waterfall in Oregon. It drops roughly 48 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skoonichuk Falls (this page) | — | 48 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Four Mile Falls | 0 mi | 95 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Loowit Falls | 0 mi | 78 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Tenas Falls | 0 mi | 18 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Wy'east Falls | 1 mi | 157 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Punch Bowl Falls | 1 mi | 36 ft | — | Y | Free |
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Questions visitors ask about Skoonichuk 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 Skoonichuk Falls?
Skoonichuk Falls is 48 feet (14.6 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Skoonichuk Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Skoonichuk 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 Skoonichuk 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 Skoonichuk Falls?
No entrance fee. Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Skoonichuk Falls from a major city?
Skoonichuk Falls is 5 miles from Cascade Locks (about 7 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
45.6045, -121.8803
Sources and live status
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Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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