Beaver Creek Falls in OregonPhoto by Bonnie Moreland

Oregon Coast and Coast Range · Near Mapleton

Beaver Creek Falls

Beaver Creek Falls is a hike waterfall outing near Mapleton in Oregon Coast and Coast Range. This guide rates the visit easy and collects the practical information available for planning responsibly.

  • DifficultyEasy
  • AccessHike
  • Round trip3 mi
  • Nearest townMapleton

The place

Why Beaver Creek Falls is worth the stop

Beaver Creek Falls is a public waterfall destination near Mapleton, set in the Oregon Coast Range. The visit is best understood as a 3-mile round-trip hike rather than a stop measured only by waterfall height.

What the experience feels like

Expect 3-mile round-trip hike with a easy difficulty rating. Conditions can change quickly, so check the official source before the drive.

Visit details

Plan your trip

Waterfall status
Natural waterfall
Public access
Public destination; verify current alerts before travel
Region
Oregon Coast and Coast Range
County
Lane
Nearest town
Mapleton
Access type
Hike
Round-trip distance
3 mi
Difficulty
Easy
Parking
Use the signed public trailhead or day-use area
Current note
Access depends on the open Sweet Creek trail segments
Facts reviewed
Editorial verification required before production

Verify access, fees, permits, and alerts with the responsible land manager

No star ratings

Why this is rated easy

The easy rating reflects the documented hike access and approximately 3 mi round trip. Surfaces, weather, crowds, and seasonal closures can still create challenges.

EasyMinimal distance or straightforward developed access.
ModerateMore mileage, uneven terrain, or conditions requiring preparation.
HardLong, remote, exposed, or otherwise consequential travel.

Difficulty is a planning aid, not a guarantee. Snow, ice, heat, high water, trail damage, and individual ability can change the experience substantially.

Independent local picks

Eat and stay near the central Oregon Coast

For Mapleton and remote Coast Range trailheads, Florence or Reedsport usually offers the most dependable services. These are editorial suggestions, not paid placements.

Recommendations were editorially reviewed in August 2026. Businesses, quality, hours, prices, and availability can change; confirm current details before relying on a stop.

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