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Nestled in the lower elevation of Oregon's Cascade Mountains lies a temperate
rain forest. It is here that the Trail of Ten Falls/Canyon Trail (770k) (Acrobat
required to view map) can be found. The Canyon Trail and the falls descend to a
forest floor covered with ferns, mosses, and wildflowers. You will also find
stands of Douglas fir, hemlock, and cedar. While thousands visit the park every
year, it is large enough for you to find quiet places to sit and watch for birds
(download a bird list as a text file.)
The Canyon Trail is a nationally recognized trail system that leads hikers along
the banks of the north and south forks of Silver Creek. It takes you to 10
majestic waterfalls, ranging from the grand South Falls (177 feet), to the
delicate Drake Falls (27 feet). Four of these falls have an amphitheater-like
surrounding where you can walk behind the falls and feel the misty, crisp spray.
Because the Canyon Trail is narrow and bordered by sharp drop-offs in spots,
bicycles, skateboards, in-line skates, and pets are not allowed on the canyon
trail.
Please note Special Rules on Pets: Silver Falls State Park welcomes visitors and
their pets. Please keep in mind these rules.
Going for a walk: The park has over 25 miles of trails for hiking (14 miles of
horse trails) that are pet friendly. If you have any questions about which
trails will accommodate pets, check with park staff, or refer to the Silver
Falls State Park Trail Guide for more information on pet restrictions.
Control your pet: While in the park, keep your pet on a leash no longer than 6
feet at all times. Your pet must be able to respond to your commands, and you
must be physically capable of restraining your pet. This rule protects you and
your pet, other visitors, and park wildlife (Silver Falls is a designated state
wildlife refuge).
Be a good neighbor: For sanitary reasons, bag and remove all pet wastes. For
your convenience, Mutt Mitt dispensers are located throughout the park. Also,
never leave your pet unattended, whether in the campground or picnic areas.
Please stay on marked trails and within designated day-use areas at all times.
For your safety, respect any posted trail closure notices.
Overnight Facilities
At Silver Falls, you will find unique group camping areas like the Old and New
Ranch buildings, Silver Creek Youth Camp, North Falls trailer and tent areas,
RV, cabin and tent camping in the overnight campground. Additional cabin rentals
and complete group accommodations can be found at the Silver Falls Conference
Center (rates listed below are for the campground cabins, not the conference
center cabins).
Vital stats
One reservable group meeting hall, 4 reservable picnic shelters, 2 reservable
ranches, Youth Camp, $3 daily day-use fee or buy a 12-month permit for $25, or a
24-month permit for $40. These 1- and 2-year permits are good at all state park
day-use areas.
52 electrical (maximum site 60 feet; open all year), 45 tent (tent sites closed
Oct. 31-Apr. 15); group tent (3 areas); group RV (2 areas); horse camp (5
regular sites with corrals; and 1 group site with corrals; closed October 31 to
April 1); 14 cabins (10 are 2-room rustic cabins, and 4 are 1-room rustics. For
information only, call (503) 873-8681, ext. 31 or (800) 551-6949. To make
reservations, call (800) 452-5687.
Park hours of operation:
June 1 to August 31 - 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
September - 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
October - 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
November 1 to February 28 - 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
March - 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
April - 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
May - 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Park rates (subject to change)
October 1 to April 30 (Discovery Season)
Electrical hookup: $16
Tent site: $12
Horse camp: $12/$36
Rustic cabin: $35
Extra vehicle: $5
Daily day use: $3
Yearly day use: $25
Group (tent): $40
May 1 to September 30
Full rate: $20
Electrical hookup: $20
Tent site: $16
Horse camp: $16 $48
Rustic cabin: $35
Extra vehicle: $5
Daily day use: $3
Yearly day use: $25
Group (tent): $61
Services
Camping Accessible camping Tent
Electric Primitive Yurts, cabins, tepees OR wagons
Reservable group RV Reservable group tent Showers
Dump station Horse camp Reservations
Playgrounds Group shelter Reservable group shelter
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Historic sites Historic trails Museums
Living history Historic signs Historic displays
Interpretation Interpretive tours Evening programs
Interpretive signs Interpretive displays Nature/Visitor center
Interpretive store ADA restroom ADA trails
ADA buildings Year-round Restrooms
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