A free, roadside waterfall with easy access; dogs are welcome.
Free
Koosah Falls is a free, roadside waterfall at Willamette National Forest with no day-use fee. Dogs are allowed. The Waterfalls Loop Trail connects Koosah Falls to nearby Sahalie Falls, enabling a short loop for visitors who want to see both.
This is an ideal stop for travelers seeking convenience and low commitment. The roadside access and connection to another waterfall make it a natural pairing for a quick outing in the McKenzie River area.
Roadside waterfalls are viewable year-round; water flow is typically highest in winter and spring.
under 15 minutes
you prefer a longer walk or a remote, less-visited setting.
Free
The managing agency's page (linked below) has the current trailhead and route details — round-trip distance wasn't published when we checked.
Yes, per the managing agency's own page — but check current leash rules before you go.
We track 4 waterfalls in Willamette Valley.
There is 1 other waterfall we track in Linn. All Willamette Valley waterfalls →
fs.usda.gov
USFS Willamette National Forest official recreation page (same site page as Sahalie Falls, connected by Waterfalls Loop Trail), checked Aug 2026
Checked August 2026.