Silverton, Oregon - 10 Waterfalls - Walk Behind One

There are actually four waterfalls that hikers can walk behind at Silver Falls State Park. South and North Falls are open year-round and make for easy hikes.

Silver Falls is now a relatively kitsch-free state park. This was not always the case. Back in the 1920s, the people who owned the land floated beater Model Ts over South Falls and charged admission. In 1928, daredevil Al Faussett went over the falls in a canoe. The guy rope that was to guide the canoe safely and slowly down the falls snapped, but Al survived the plummet with major injuries.

An "Al Faussett Days" celebration is still held annually, although no daredevil stunts are involved. [Jane Scheppke, 11/20/2008]

Silver Falls State Park in Silverton, OR is beautiful natural area. There are more than 10 Waterfalls in the park along with one that you can walk behind. And you won't even get wet! The trail is pretty short, and paved, but it is steep and not recommended for kids or pets. Remember good shoes. There is another trail that is 8.7 miles, that takes you around the park to 10 different falls. I haven't done that one, but I hear it's amazing. [Jody Day, 07/14/2008]

[RA: With so many waterfalls, you'd think there'd be one you could drive behind as well...]