There are 52 sites with electric hookups 60 feet maximum, 45 tent sites, group campsites and 5 equestrian campsites. Unlike the other three, the trail leading behind middle north falls is a deadend, constructed purely to allow access to additional views of the falls. Whether you are coming to visit the the famous 177foot south falls, hike the trail of ten falls, or relax by the picnic shelters, this park has something to offer for everyone. Silver falls state park is one of the most popular destinations in oregon. Oregons largest state park features fullservice facilities with hiking trails and spectacular views of waterfalls. The trail of ten falls is steep with unpaved portions. People call it the crown jewel of the oregon state parks system, and once you visit, you know why. The 9,064acre park is notable for its numerous waterfalls, the tallest of which is double falls, at 178 feet. Roadtrip classics master road trip makes stops at toy robot museum, mount rainier national park, cisco, utah and others. Silver falls state park stock photos download 641 royalty. Refer to the silver falls state park trail guide for information on pet restrictions on trails. This rules protects you, other visitors, and park wildlife silver falls is a designated state wildlife refuge. Alltrails has 16 great hiking trails, running trails, forest trails and.
Facility details silver falls state park, or reserveamerica. Lower south falls i a r t w infa ls t r a north falls l. This ea is incorporated here by reference in this decision record dr. Brochures and maps oregon state parks and recreation. Plan your road trip to silver falls state park in or with roadtrippers. In addition, the state park has many miles of backcountry trails where leashed dogs may hike. Silver falls state park trail of ten falls oregon state parks.
Silver falls to get new trail, viewpoint and access near north falls for 2022 celebration statesman journal, 11252019. Cancellation policy update to help the statewide effort aimed at responding the outbreak of covid19 in oregon, the state park system is closed to all overnight stays and day trips starting march 23. With 10 waterfalls, 5 over 100 feet tall, and 4 that you can walk behind, silver falls state park is a waterfall wonderland. Agate beach state recreation site tide tables 2020 and beach safety tips ainsworth state park. Silver falls state park, located about 20 miles from salem, is the most popular state park in all of oregon. Big leaf dining hall meal service wonderful for retreats, reunions, or casual dining during your stay, we are pleased to offer delicious hot buffetstyle meal service in. A detailed and current update for oregon state parks in regards to covid19 can be found on this link. Silver falls state park is located on the western edge of the plateau formed by these flows, labeled tcr on the geologic map. Temperate rainforest ecology, wildlife and habitats, waterfall formations, logging and depressionera history. Five of the waterfalls are more than 100 feet tall and one can walk behind four of the falls. Listed in rare, threatened and endangered species of oregon. North falls is a waterfall located in the silver falls state park at the east end of the city of salem, in marion county, in the u. The trail of ten falls is steep in sections and is mainly unpaved. Feb 08, 2017 a classic waterfall hike in silver falls state park, the trail of ten falls visits 11 cascades and tours lush forests sprinkled with vibrant wildflowers.
Silver falls state park reserve online or by phone mf 8a5p 800. Silverton is an artsy city well known for its restaurants and gardens. Unpublished bachelors of science in earth science thesis, portland state university. You can shuttle the trail by taking lookout mountain road 3. Silver falls state park, trail of ten falls 2015 oregon state parks and recreation department. Silver falls state park campground outdoor project.
For your convenience, mutt mitt dispensers are located throughout the park. Silver falls state park parks directory of the united states state parks oregon location. A trail in silver falls state park past 10 beautiful waterfalls, perfect for the whole family. Silver falls state park common wildflowers of silver falls silver falls campground brochure and map silver. Mar 17, 2018 silver falls state park, located about twenty miles southeast of salem, is the largest state park in oregon. Campground details silver falls state park, or reserveamerica. Silver falls state park, located about twenty miles southeast of salem, is the largest state park in oregon. View campsite map, availability, and reserve online with reserveamerica. Silver falls state park, oregon long range weather forecast. The maximum for any shelter is 200 people per reservation. Middle north falls, marion county, oregon northwest.
Silver falls state park common wildflowers of silver falls silver falls campground brochure and map silver falls trail guide and park map trail of ten falls and south falls dayuse map sitka sedge state natural area. South falls is the tallest waterfall in silver falls state park, dropping a spectacular 177 feet off a basalt shelf. There are plenty of benches to rest at and the trail is extremely well maintained, perfect for the. Silver falls state park, trail of ten falls oregon state. Best trails in silver falls state park oregon alltrails. Silver falls state park, an oregon state park located near molalla. Field trip planning guide fall 2015 silver falls state park is an educators playground. A blog about whats happening at silver falls state park. Photos, videos, and brochures silver falls state park. Silver falls state park by zeb larson silver falls state park, located about twenty miles southeast of salem, is the largest state park in oregon. Silver falls state park is the kind of standout scenic treasure that puts oregon firmly onto the nationaland internationalstage.
Silver falls state park trail of ten falls reminders pets are allowed only on the rim trail, bike path and perimeter trail. Trail of ten falls loop hike hiking in portland, oregon and. There are several connecting trails which allow you to make shorter loops, but the full loop is doable for most hikers, and it makes a delightful day hike. The bestknown falls in the park is south falls, at 177 feet. Big leaf dining hall meal service wonderful for retreats, reunions, or casual dining during your stay, we are pleased to offer delicious hot buffetstyle meal service in big leaf dining hall when 10 or more guests are. The 5 best hikes at oregons stunning silver falls state park.
Silver falls state park recreation and public purposes lease environmental assessment and finding of no significant impact ea and the associated lease file. If youd like to schedule a field trip, please contact ranger matt palmquist at matt. Listed below are the guided field trip dates available for fall 2019 at silver falls state park dates for spring 2020 should be posted by early october. Do not rely on it as being a precise indicator of routes, locations or features, nor as a guide to navigation. Silver falls state park, oregon camping reservations. The 9,064acre park is notable for its numerous waterfalls, the. It is located in a privileged area on the west foothills where mount hood national forest meets with the middle santiam wilderness. Learn about the three major episodes of silver falls geologic history and its waterfall formation by exploring the brochure below. Trail of ten falls loop hike hiking in portland, oregon.
Silver falls state park washington trails association. Common wildflowers of silver falls silver falls campground brochure and map silver falls trail guide and park map trail of ten falls and south falls dayuse map reserve online or by phone mf 8a5p 800. Silver falls state park has at least two semirare species that seem to be doing well in the park but are absent or nearly so in the surrounding area. If youre like many oregonians, odds are youll visit silver falls state park at some point this year. Silver falls state park campsite photos, reservations. Silver falls perimeter loop hike from oregon hikers field guide. Silver falls state park, oregon long range weather. Silver falls state park, oregon, usa 14 day weather forecast. Some of oregons best remaining, lowelevation oldgrowth conifer forest is found here. Silver falls state park also has a large, unfenced, offleash area to exercise dogs in the south falls day use area. Looking for a great trail in silver falls state park, oregon.
North falls is created along the course of north fork of silver creek and it sits on the east section of silver falls state park trail of ten falls, along north falls trail, approximately a quarter mile of upper north falls. There is an amazing loop trail called the trail of ten falls, which is 8. Silver falls state park is the kind of standout scenic treasure that puts oregon firmly onto the national and international stage. Silver falls perimeter loop hike hiking in portland, oregon. Forecasted weather conditions the coming 2 weeks for silver falls state park. Internet from the oregon government publications collection. Silver falls state park trail of ten falls dayuse parking fees. Find silver falls state park camping, campsites, cabins, and other lodging options. The canyon trail and the falls descend to a forest floor. The southern and eastern area of the park is a forested backcountry with a network of. A classic waterfall hike in silver falls state park, the trail of ten falls visits 11 cascades and tours lush forests sprinkled with vibrant wildflowers.
It received its name because it is the primary waterfall along north silver creek. Silver falls state park recreation and public purposes lease. Nov 25, 2019 silver falls to get new trail, viewpoint and access near north falls for 2022 celebration statesman journal, 11252019. Silver falls state park is closed until further notice. Silver falls state park is a state park with 9 waterfalls in the u. Silver falls state park article about silver falls state. Silver falls state park is the crown jewel of the oregon state parks system, being both oregons largest state park 9,000 acres and boasting one of americas most impressive waterfall dayhikes.
Silver falls state park is a wildlife park in silverton. Set in the middle of silver falls state park, this campground is perfectly. Silver falls state park campground is nestled in the foothills of oregons cascade mountains and has 105 mixeduse campsites in a dense forested area. This casual hike through a beautiful canyon in oregons largest state park takes you past ten beautiful waterfalls ranging in height from 27 feet to 178 feet and 4 of them you can even walk behind. It is the largest state park in oregon with an area of more than 9,000 acres 36 km2, and it includes more than 24 miles 39 km of walking trails, 14 miles 23 km of horse trails, and a 4mile 6. Silver falls perimeter loop hike hiking in portland. Come on out for a ride or hike and take a look at what all our hard work has produced. Its beauty, boundless recreational opportunities and. Silver falls state park oregon state parks and recreation. Silver falls state park is the crown jewel of the oregon state parks system, being both oregons largest state park 9,000 acres and boasting.
Silver falls state park, salem mountain biking trails. Silver falls provincial park and the campgrounds ontario parks. Silver falls is oregons largest state park at 9,200 acres and thus offers more to the hiker than the canyon hikes to the waterfalls. South falls can be visited along with nine other waterfalls on the parks great loop, the trail of ten falls. If youre planning a field trip to silver falls, youll want to start here. Please note that dogs are prohibited on the canyon, maple, ridge and winter trails the trail of ten falls. The catamount trail at silver falls state park is now open, as of may 1st, 2016 we think you will enjoy the lovely big trees and rolling crosscountry style. Oregon state parks and recreation department, issuing body. With no shortage of waterfalls in the area, let the crowds go to silver falls, and hike this 4mile lollipop loop that visits three waterfalls of its own on much quieter trail. An oregon state parks pass is required to visit silver falls state park. Silver falls state park, trail guide oregon state library.
Please note that dogs are prohibited on the canyon, maple, ridge and. Silver falls state park trail of ten falls reminders pets are allowed on many trails at silver falls. Silver falls state park is the kind of standout scenic treasure. The southern and eastern area of the park is a forested backcountry with a network of trails for hikers, bikers, and horses leading along mostly gentle slopes. Spotted, barred, and great gray owls all occur in the park, along with northern pygmyowl. Free long range weather forecast for silver falls state park, oregon. South falls from above and descends to a cave behind the 177foot falls. Its here that the trail of ten fallscanyon trail 770k acrobat required to view map can be found. If youd like to find things to see and do in the area, you may want to check out oregon garden and gallon house bridge. The 9,000acre park attracts nearly a million hikers, cyclists, trail runners, campers, and horseback riders every year, making it one of the most beloved and best known destinations in the oregon state park system. It is for informational purposes and may not be suitable for legal purposes. Download pdf this archived document is maintained by the state library of oregon as part of the oregon documents depository program.
Middle north falls is one of four waterfalls in silver falls state park which features a trail which traverses behind the falling water. Its beauty, boundless recreational opportunities and historic presence keep it there. It is the largest state park in oregon with an area of more than 9,000 acres 36 km 2, and it includes more than 24 miles 39 km of walking trails, 14 miles 23 km of horse trails, and a 4mile 6. A buried tree in the ceiling of the north falls amphitheater good building stone the civilian conservation corps preferred to use local. Silver falls state park, an oregon state park located near.
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