McDowell Creek Falls County Park

Category: Park in Lebanon, Oregon

Address: 43170 McDowell Creek Dr, Lebanon, OR 97355, USA

Phone: +15419673917

Opening hours

Sunday: 7AM–8PM

Monday: 7AM–8PM

Tuesday: 7AM–8PM

Wednesday: 7AM–8PM

Thursday: 7AM–8PM

Friday: 7AM–8PM

Saturday: 7AM–8PM

Reviews

Ronald Keith

May 22, 2022

Lived in Oregon 25 years and just stumbled on this precious gem of a hike. Love the elevated pathways, and the canopy of the trees. This would be a great hike in the heat of the summer as most is in the shade. It’s a little steep at times for those with limited mobility but very doable if you are fairly active. If you live in Lane or Linn county, this is a must! Free Parking and bathroom at lower parking lot (where Google maps takes you)

Lee LeJanic

May 15, 2022

This was a great family day hiking this trail and exploring these beautiful waterfalls. Also appreciate that it is dog friendly.

Kyle Miller

May 8, 2022

Easy access to the creek and 3 spectacular waterfall views. There is a lower, mid, and upper lot - each with a small picnic area and kid friendly trail access to one of the nearby falls. All of the trails link up so I'd suggest parking at the lower lot and hiking up towards Majestic Falls so your return hike will be entirely downhill. This seems like a great spot to picnic and cool off in the summer when the water is not charged from spring rains and calms down a bit. Beautiful wildflowers and native wildlife all along the trail as well. The drive out this way from Eugene is peaceful and serene.

Nathan Day

Mar 14, 2022

Just coming into season, the trails are still a bit muddy & wet. Be weary of slippery rocks and roots. When coming down the stairs some of the steps are loose/wobbly. Not recommended for people with breathing issues or severe physical handicapps, but if you can manage the trails safely, more power to you. There are multiple parking lots, to travel the full circuit of trails i recommend parking in the Southern lot.

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Questions & Answers

Is this park open now since the snow storm? Is there still snow on the trail currently?

Shelley Nelson | Jan 27, 2021
Harold Compton | Jan 28, 2021

It’s a strong maybe

How long is the trail at mcdonald creek falls

Dianna Barry | Jun 27, 2018
Mark Mangus | Jun 28, 2018

About a mile and a half. I recommend going from lower falls to upper and then back. That way you are covering the steep part first, and then have a pleasant downhill walk back.

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Why would a place.show on your maps that you have not gone to?

Deborah Dowling | Dec 28, 2020
Kathy Blackmore | Dec 29, 2020

Not sure mine does places that I drive by sometimes

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Can you hold a small outdoor wedding here?

Kri Cox | Jun 26, 2020
Teresa Thompson | Jun 27, 2020

Yes, I'm sure you could. But there are no large covered areas or gazebos, no electricity. But it would be beautiful for something small.

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How many miles is it from jacks market to McDowell creek falls

dena Sitsler | Jun 27, 2019
Douglas Osborne (DouGzCraft) | Jun 28, 2019

Shared route From Jack's Market to McDowell Creek Falls County Park via Hwy 20 E and McDowell Creek Dr. 28 min (16 mi) 28 min in current traffic 1. Head east on Corvallis-Lebanon Hwy 210/Tangent St toward N 6th St 2. Turn right onto S 5th St 3. Turn left onto W Oak St 4. Turn right onto Hwy 20 E/S Main St/Santiam Hwy 16 5. Turn left onto Old Santiam Hwy 6. Turn right onto Fairview Rd 7. Turn left onto McDowell Creek Dr 8. Arrive at location: McDowell Creek County Park For the best route in current traffic visit https://maps.app.goo.gl/QLqgEriSh6EyCXAXA

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Is there a fee to get in? And if there is how much is it?

Nichole Lynch | Jun 27, 2019
ALL FUN RC | Jun 28, 2019

No fee

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Can a disabled person with a cane or crutches get to the falls at all?

The Orcutt's (The Rambling Roost) | Jun 27, 2019
Jason Jones | Jun 28, 2019

It would be difficult. Especially in the wet months. Possible but difficult

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Has anyone hiked in December? Would it be way too muddy?

Holly Sparks | Jun 27, 2019
Phyl T | Jun 28, 2019

The park is normally well maintained and user friendly year round. The only issue I have seen in the past would be slick or icy bridges if it were to freeze.

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Is there Swiming ?

Jeremiah Gilchrist | Jun 27, 2019
Phyl T | Jun 28, 2019

There are a couple of waist deep or so spots where you can get wet, but not really swim...

Is there a winery close by?

Sue Irongirl | Jun 27, 2019
Sarah LaFond | Jun 28, 2019

There is one called Msrks Ridge Winery.. i googled it

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