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Kentucky Falls Trail #1376
This 2.2-mile (one-way) trail descends through old growth Douglas fir. Hikers will reach Upper Kentucky Falls after the first 0.8 miles. Descending another 1.4 miles, the trail ends at an observation deck overlooking Lower Kentucky Falls, an incredible 100 foot twin falls at the confluence of Kentucky Creek and Smith River. The hike back up to the trailhead gains 777 feet in 2.2 miles, making it a strenuous hike back out.
If you want to extend your hike, you can connect into the North Fork Smith River Trail at the trail junction near the viewing platform.
Be sure you carry enough water. There is no potable water source at the trailhead or anywhere along the trail.
See it before you hike it! Use Travel Lane County’s Google-Trekked Trails to see Google's "trail view" of this trail. Click on the "trail details" for more information on the trail itself. Kentucky Falls Trailhead / trail details
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | 6/8/2023: Trail has been logged out from Trailhead to lower Kentucky Falls. North Fork Smith River Trail has only been logged out for the first two miles from Trailhead to 1st large bridge. *Caution: Kentucky Falls and NF Smith River Trails are remote & moderate to difficult. Plan ahead for steep uneven sections by bringing a map and compass, extra water and food & raingear. |
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| Closest Towns: | Mapleton, OR |
| Water: | There is no potable water source at the trailhead or anywhere along the trail. |
| Information Center: | Oregon Dunes Visitor Center 855 Highway 101 Reedsport, Oregon 97467 541-271-6000 |
General Information
Directions:Access from Kentucky Falls Trailhead
Trail Map (Geospatial PDF ~ 1.8 mb)
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Viewing Scenery
| Special Feature | Waterfalls |