Outdoors NearbyPlaikni Falls
Plaikni Falls is a waterfall in Oregon, about 7 miles from Crater Lake. The closest other named fall is Vidae Falls, about 3 miles away.
| Location | Near Crater Lake, Oregon Directions |
|---|---|
| Nearest trailhead | Plaikni Falls Trailhead, about 0.8 mi from the falls straight-line distance to Plaikni Falls; the trail itself is longer Directions to the trailhead |
Location and details from OpenStreetMap. Water levels rise quickly after rain upstream, so keep away from the edge.
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More waterfalls nearby
- Vidae Falls 115 ft · near Crater Lake · 3 mi · trailhead 0.2 mi Directions
- Duwee Falls 98 ft · near Crater Lake · 6 mi · trailhead 0.9 mi Directions
- Annie Falls 52 ft · near Crater Lake · 7 mi Directions
- Stuart Falls near Shady Cove · 11 mi Directions
- Red Blanket Falls near Shady Cove · 12 mi Directions
- National Falls near Crater Lake · 17 mi Directions
- Rough Rider Falls near Crater Lake · 17 mi Directions
- Ranger Falls near Shady Cove · 18 mi Directions
Frequently asked questions
Where is Plaikni Falls located?
In Oregon, about 7 miles from Crater Lake, at 42.9095, -122.0493. The route ends as close as roads get; in Oregon that can still mean a hike.
Where do you park for Plaikni Falls?
The closest trailhead on the map is Plaikni Falls Trailhead, about 0.8 miles from Plaikni Falls in a straight line. Check the trail map for the real hiking distance to Plaikni Falls.
What other waterfalls are near Plaikni Falls?
Vidae Falls (3 mi), Duwee Falls (6 mi), Annie Falls (7 mi) and Stuart Falls (11 mi).