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Elowah Falls

📍 Dodson, OR🥾 1.5 mi round trip · easy🎟 Free, no parking pass required

A free, easy 1.5-mile hike to a 213-foot waterfall; dogs are welcome.

Getting there

easy1.5 mi round trip213 ftDog-friendly

Free, no parking pass required

Our take

Elowah Falls is a 213-foot waterfall reached via a 1.5-mile easy trail at John B. Yeon State Scenic Corridor. There is no day-use fee and dogs are allowed, making this a convenient choice for families and dog owners.

The moderate height and accessible trail length make this suitable for visitors of varying fitness levels. No special permits or passes are required, so this is a straightforward outing for anyone wanting a waterfall without logistical barriers.

Planning your visit

Best time to go

Pacific Northwest waterfalls generally run fullest in winter and spring; flow typically decreases by late summer.

How long to budget

under an hour

Who it suits

Good for

  • an easy family hike
  • exploring with a dog
  • a quick waterfall outing with no entrance fee

Skip it if

you're looking for a remote or less-visited waterfall (this area is relatively accessible).

Common questions

Is there a fee to visit Elowah Falls?

Free, no parking pass required

How do I get to Elowah Falls?

Via a 1.5-mile round-trip trail rated easy by the managing agency.

Can I bring my dog to Elowah Falls?

Yes, per the managing agency's own page — but check current leash rules before you go.

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Quick facts

Height213 ft
Trail1.5 mi round trip
Difficultyeasy
Fee / permitFree, no parking pass required
Managing agencyOregon State Parks — John B. Yeon State Scenic Corridor
DogsAllowed
SwimmingNot published
ADA accessNot published
CountyMultnomah
RegionOregon Cascades
Official pageView source ↗

Source

stateparks.oregon.gov

Oregon State Parks official park profile, checked Aug 2026

Checked August 2026.