Hike - Drift Creek Falls Trail

Drift Creek Falls is an easy hike wandering through Sitka spruce trees to a gorgeous 75-foot waterfall. Overlooking the falls is a 240-foot suspension bridge, a sight in and of itself. This hike is 3 miles round trip with an optional Northern Loop for an additional mile.

*Please note that this trail requires a Recreation Pass (Day Pass can be purchased electronically for $5).

Directions: Leaving Lincoln City from the north on Highway 101 and Highway 18 junction, travel east 4.5 miles on Hwy 18. Turn right and travel south on Bear Creek County Road 3.5 miles. Continue 7 miles on Forest Service Road 17 (NF 17) to trailhead.

Directions: Highway 101 entry – Off Highway 101 south of Lincoln City, Oregon headed south:
Turn left on Drift Creek Road, and then right on Andersen Creek Road. Turn left on Forest Service Road 17 (NF 17). Drive 12 miles to trailhead on right.