Tunnel Falls
Oregon · 172-foot drop · Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness · Last verified 2026-05-15
Tunnel Falls is a waterfall in Oregon. It drops roughly 172 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tunnel Falls (this page) | — | 172 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Grand Union Falls | 0 mi | 41 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Twister Falls | 0 mi | 148 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Wy'east Falls | 1 mi | 157 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Tenas Falls | 2 mi | 18 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Four Mile Falls | 2 mi | 95 ft | — | Y | Free |
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Questions visitors ask about Tunnel 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 Tunnel Falls?
Tunnel Falls is 172 feet (52.4 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Tunnel Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Tunnel 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 Tunnel 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 Tunnel Falls?
No entrance fee. Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Tunnel Falls from a major city?
Tunnel Falls is 6 miles from Cascade Locks (about 9 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
45.5849, -121.8519
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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