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Photo by Bonnie MorelandWillamette Valley · Near Silverton
Drake Falls at Silver Falls State Park
Drake Falls at Silver Falls State Park is a hike waterfall outing near Silverton in Willamette Valley. This guide rates the visit moderate and collects the practical information available for planning responsibly.
- DifficultyModerate
- AccessHike
- Round trip6.2 mi
- Nearest townSilverton
The place
Why Drake Falls at Silver Falls State Park is worth the stop
Drake Falls is one stop on Silver Falls State Park’s connected trail system. The distance shown is route-dependent, so choose a signed loop and do not treat the card mileage as a universal park route.
What the experience feels like
Expect 6.2-mile round-trip hike with a moderate 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
- Willamette Valley
- County
- Marion
- Nearest town
- Silverton
- Access type
- Hike
- Round-trip distance
- 6.2 mi
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Parking
- Use the signed public trailhead or day-use area
- Fees or passes
- Oregon State Parks day-use parking permit required
- Facts reviewed
- Editorial verification required before production
No star ratings
Why this is rated moderate
The moderate rating reflects hike access and approximately 6.2 mi round trip. Expect more effort or route complexity than a developed roadside viewpoint or very short walk.
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 Silverton
Silverton is the strongest food-and-lodging base for the north Valley waterfall country. These are editorial suggestions, not paid placements.
Mac’s Place
A relaxed creekside pub in downtown Silverton that is easy to pair with a Silver Falls day.
View current hours, reviews, and locationRecommendations 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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