From Seattle down to Oregon Toketee Falls — about 1 mile in total, 167 ft elevation gain. The entire trail is well-built with boardwalks, taking around 30 minutes round trip, very beginner-friendly. On the way to the falls, you’ll also pass a blue heart-shaped pool with a small waterfall — super beautiful. The main viewing platform is actually quite high up. If you want to get down to the water, you’ll need to go through a broken section of railing on the right side of the platform. The first part is almost vertical, so you have to use both hands and feet to climb down — we honestly doubted for a while whether we’d found the right entrance. But the view down there is absolutely worth it. Toketee Falls is located in Umpqua National Forest. It’s a beautiful two-tier waterfall with a 120-foot drop, famous for its unique columnar basalt formations. Visitors can reach the falls via an easy, family-friendly trail, which ends at a viewing platform. Toketee Falls is also quite close to Crater Lake National Park, so it’s a great stop to plan if you’re heading there.
Toketee Falls
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Plan your visit to Toketee Falls
Please verify on the official website before you go
Why is Toketee Falls famous?
Toketee Falls is renowned for its stunning two-tiered drop over dramatic columnar basalt formations, creating one of the most photographed waterfalls in Oregon. The name 'Toketee' comes from the Chinook word meaning 'graceful' or 'pretty,' fitting for this iconic cascade in the Umpqua National Forest.
Can you swim at Toketee Falls?
No — the viewing platform is above the falls and there is no safe swimming access to the pool below. Please verify on the official website before you go.
Are dogs allowed at Toketee Falls?
Dogs allowed on-leash on the trail. Please verify on the official website before you go.
Is Toketee Falls free? Do you need a permit?
Northwest Forest Pass required for parking ($5 day pass or $30 annual pass); interagency passes (America the Beautiful) also accepted. Please verify on the official website before you go.
Is there parking at Toketee Falls?
There is a paved parking area at the Toketee Falls Trailhead with space for approximately 20–30 vehicles; no fee required at the trailhead itself. Please verify on the official website before you go.
How long is the hike to Toketee Falls?
About 1.2 km / 0.8 mi return (0.6 km / 0.4 mi one-way) from the parking area to the viewing platform. Please verify on the official website before you go.
Toketee Falls hike difficulty
Easy — mostly flat, well-maintained gravel trail with some stairs near the viewing platform; suitable for most fitness levels. Please verify on the official website before you go.
When is the best time to visit Toketee Falls?
Late spring through fall (May–October) offers the best combination of waterflow and accessible trails; winter and early spring may bring snow and ice. Please verify on the official website before you go.
Route and trail notes for Toketee Falls
From the parking area, follow the well-marked Toketee Falls Trail through old-growth forest. The trail crosses the North Umpqua River on a footbridge, then continues through the forest before reaching a wooden viewing platform that overlooks the two-tiered waterfall and the columnar basalt formation.
Toketee Falls official website
Attractions near Toketee Falls
- •Watson Falls — Oregon's third tallest waterfall at 272 feet, about 6 miles away
- •Umpqua Hot Springs — natural hot springs with pools overlooking the North Umpqua River
- •Clearwater Falls — a 30-foot waterfall on the Clearwater River with a short accessible trail
- •North Umpqua Trail — scenic riverside hiking trail with multiple access points
- •Diamond Lake — alpine lake with camping, boating, and views of Mount Thielsen
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Safety information
Waterfalls can be unforgiving. Read these before you go — and please, use your judgement on the day.
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