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Even while you're visiting, Silver Falls State Park can feel more like a myth than reality. After all, how do you explain 10 thundering waterfalls tumbling into a lush canyon? Or the surreal feeling of watching, from behind a waterfall, curtains of water drape over a basalt cliff that was once a dramatic lava flow? And how do you make sense of the white noise of a waterfall measuring seven stories or taller of which there are five dotting the park?
Here is your guide to everything you need to know about the "crown jewel" of the Oregon State Parks system, from its dramatic history to the park's many attractions to staying the night in a forest of cedar and Douglas fir. Whether you make a beeline for the park's famous Trail of Ten Falls or want to get off the beaten path with a trip into its sweeping backcountry, we've got everything you need to know for enjoying a memorable trip to Silver Falls State Park.
Discover more about Silver Falls State Park, including the earliest inhabitants, more about the famous waterfalls, and more.
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We're here to help you navigate your way around Silver Falls State Park. Explore our hiking guide and frequently asked questions to learn more.
Alsea Falls
The namesake waterfalls at Silver Falls State Park are certainly some of the most well-known cascades around the Willamette Valley but they're far from the only ones. So we've put together a guide to the more than 30 waterfalls across the Willamette Valley.
