Toketee Falls is located in the Umpqua National Forest in the Pacific Northwest – more specifically, in Douglas County, Oregon, United States. The falls are situated on the North Umpqua River, about 60 miles (97 kilometers) east of Roseburg, Oregon. This is one of the area’s most popular waterfalls.
One of the most famous waterfalls in Umpqua National Forest is Toketee Falls, a stunning two-stepped falls that plummets into a large pool in a natural amphitheater built of basalt columns. The 85-foot lower falls and the 28-foot higher falls are visible from the Toketee Falls Viewpoint along this short hike, with a third tier unseen to spectators up the narrow canyon of enormous craters located above the main falls.
The lava in this area originated three-quarters of a million years ago and erupted from vents north of Mount Bailey. They now form the majority of the upper North Umpqua’s notable formations, such as Toketee Falls.
The hike to this stunning waterfall consists of about 200 steps down the canyon’s wall, culminating at the lookout platform above the amphitheater’s dramatic abyss. This is a such an amazing sight to see during a visit to Oregon!
"TOKETEE FALLS HIKE INFO:
Difficulty: Easy
Seasons: Spring through Fall
Starting Point: Toketee Falls Trailhead
Hike Type: In and out hike
Distance: 0.8 miles
Elevation Gain: 120 feet"
Family Friendly: Yes
Amenities: Picnic tables, vault toilet
TOKETEE FALLS MAIN TRAIL
The first half mile of the route to this beautiful waterfall is very well-maintained and paved, with steps. Most people will stop at the main viewing platform and not go any farther. The view of the upper falls at the summit is spectacular from this vantage point, but it pales in comparison to the vista you’ll receive if you go a little farther. If you look to the left side of the lookout, the barbed wire has been taken away, revealing a hole through which you can crawl to go down if you decide to continue onwards to the base of the falls.
Note: Remember to respect park signs, rules, and regulations. If park signs indicate the trail down to the falls is closed, please respect these rules for your own safety and the fragility of the environment of this beautiful place.
THE PATH DOWN TO THE FALLS
Important information: be aware that the path to get down to the base of Toketee Falls is absolutely not a beginner’s trail. The trail down involves a lot of scrambling, climbing over fallen trees, and bushwacking.
There are some ropes to hang onto as you scale down the cliff wall, which has some sections of the trail that are almost vertical. If you’re an experienced scrambler and willing to take the risk, the reward at the bottom is absolutely amazing!
You’ll be able to see the falls from the lookout, but the most stunning views are definitely from the bottom of the falls. We even went for a swim here – it was chilly, but super refreshing after the exciting climb down!
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