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Hidden Falls Nature Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 410 Google reviews · Running trail in Happy Valley, Oregon · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 4 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Hidden Falls Nature Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Compact park featuring a paved pathway to a waterfall, plus a bridge for viewing.
What runners say about Hidden Falls Nature Park
“All in all, it is a beautiful spot to give you a feeling that you are in the middle of nature while still in the city.”
“If you're looking for an area that's not that crowded, quiet, calm, dog friendly, and all around a great way to get outside; Hidden Falls Nature Park is there for you.”
“It's a pretty easy walk down to the falls but when I say down I mean down a relatively steep hill, which means there's also a relatively steep up.”
Very nice paved, steep path down to a nice waterfall nearly 20’ tall. Excellent spot for a picnic. The north were chirping and the sound of the creek was very peaceful. It is located between a HS and a newer neighborhood. Saw less than 10 folks in the middle of a pleasant afternoon.
Pet's are alowed here. I love this place it has a cement road that you can walk on so it makes it great for all ages. The road is steep going up but There are lots of places that you can take a rest on your path. The walk is not terribly long but you do get some good exercise.
I brought my mom here for a walk and some fresh air after a doctor's appointment. We parked on the street in the neighborhood and walked down to the falls and back.
This is such a cute park in the middle of the city. It's tucked away in a neighborhood, so be aware that the only valid parking is in the neighborhood. There are some steep inclined/declined areas but then it flattens out to a beautiful bridge overlooking a waterfall.
Trail conditions & character
“All in all, it is a beautiful spot to give you a feeling that you are in the middle of nature while still in the city.”
“The trail is paved and includes a steep hill down to the falls, a very nice foot bridge, and a couple of picnic tables on a gravel area at the top of the falls.”
“Turn on Pioneer Rd follow down to where there is natural L hand bend- and boom you are at the entrance to Park (street parking).”
“If you're looking for an area that's not that crowded, quiet, calm, dog friendly, and all around a great way to get outside; Hidden Falls Nature Park is there for you.”
“The trail is paved and includes a steep hill down to the falls, a very nice foot bridge, and a couple of picnic tables on a gravel area at the top of the falls.”
“There are no restrooms or playgrounds, but it does allow dogs on leash.”
“It's wheel chair accessible but it will be a challenge because of the elevation/slope.”
Plan your run at Hidden Falls Nature Park
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Distance4 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitehappyvalleyor.gov
- Phone+1 503-742-4348
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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