Watson Falls
Douglas County, Oregon
Your visit at a glance
- Waterfall height
- 292 ft (89 m)
- Location
- Douglas County, Oregon
- Access status
- Researched walking route
- The walk
- About 0.8 mile return
- Ground & access
- Hiking trail; the trailhead page does not specify grade or accessibility.

The designated trail reaches Watson Falls from a developed parking area off Fish Creek Road.
Plan your visit
Watson Falls Trail 1496
USFS describes 0.4 mile from the trailhead to the falls, about 0.8 mile returning the same way.
Hiking trail; the trailhead page does not specify grade or accessibility.
Where to start
At OR 138 milepost 61.3 turn south onto FR 37/Fish Creek Road. Parking is about 0.2 mile on the right.
Timing & water
Current visitor page marks the site open; day use only. Seasonal snow conditions are not specified.
Before you go
USFS states no fee.
Visitor informationVisit sources
More waterfalls nearby
Within 40 straight-line miles. Road and trail distances will differ.
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