Oregon is home to so many amazing hikes and waterfalls, it can be hard to choose which one to do. If you’re looking for a short, easy hike that’s full to the brim with breathtaking scenery, the enchanting Butte Creek Falls loop trail could be the one for you. Check it out:
Located near Scotts Mills, the Butte Creek Falls hike is a 1.1-mile loop trail that winds through lovely forest scenery past two majestic waterfalls. This short, easy excursion is a great day trip the whole family will enjoy.
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Starting at the Butte Creek Falls Trailhead, this lovely trail meanders along a picturesque creek through the woods, soon passing a fork that leads down to the breathtaking Upper Butte Creek Falls.
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This graceful 20’ waterfall pours over a rock ledge into a glittering blue basin.
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Often, you can walk along the edge of the basin all the way to the underside of the waterfall for an especailly unique vantage point.
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Continuing along the trail, you’ll soon reach another fork that’ll lead you to a cliff overlooking the second waterfall: Butte Creek Falls. This lovely waterfall is 85’ tall, and it sure is a sight to behold.
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When you’re ready to head back, simply continue along the trail and soon you’ll loop back to the trailhead and parking lot.
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This simple excursion is beautiful year-round.
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Find out about more amazing, short hikes in Oregon here.
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What’s your favorite Oregon hike? Let us know in the comments.
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