Very serene Park. Narrow trails but with a little courtesy everyone can enjoy. I got there a little after sunrise in May and my dog and I had the trails to ourselves until about 9am. Nice leisurely walking with some benches and beautiful wooden walkways. Many great falls especially in Spring when runoff is still strong. Take them time to go to the top of Royal Terrace falls.

Super pretty and the trails are definitely made for everyone. Lots of little off shoots to take pics from. Enjoy some of mine

Such a gorgeous place to be in the sun! Was about 80-90 degrees out, but the trees surrounding the whole hike kept it very cool and the sounds of the natural habitat all around you was so relaxing to hike too. When going to the falls, be aware of the steps! I did not realize they were as steep or as big as they actually were. I personally wouldn’t recommend bringing kids unless you’re going for recreational time / not actually hiking. It’s hard lowkey haha. All around amazing, would go again and again

Very nice park! There are three parking areas. The lowest one has access to a pit potty, and is a short walk from a waterfall..The top parking area provides easy stair access to the most impressive fall (this parking area is off a small road to the north of the main road.)There are picnic tables at the middle and upper parking areas.Its also a nice park to play in the creek.

Awesome hikes to 2 waterfalls - we came here by chance and loved the secluded area with few other hikers on the trails. Hiked the loop hike to Majestic and Terrace falls. It was very nicely kept. However, unable to see the Lower Creek Falls, the area was not accessible - there was a wasp nest, so maybe the rangers tried to keep people away from that area.

Very beautiful paths and waterfalls, graffi is lightly present on a couple of the path bridges and structures, but not enough to ruin the hikes. My biggest complaint (not actually that great of a complaint at all though) was that there were a couple of times in which it may have been nice to have more signs that would have been helpful for not going on dead end trails, but in a way that alone has a different charm as it adds some adventure. Overall a nice hike thats not too long or laborious.

Such a beautiful hike! It may be muddy depending on what time of year you go and the weather before hand but it was totally worth it!! I recommend going off the trail a little as well to find the cool little spots

Its better to park on the lower parking lot to see the first falls. Then hike up to the Majestic falls. Both parking lots are free. There is a bathroom at the lower parking lot. Its a great spot for kids. A couple of nice areas for kids to play in the water.

Absolutely lovely view! Very secluded and not crowded at all, moderate hike due to not level paths and rocks/tree roots in the path as well. Many water access paths along the way and the water doesnt move fast or get too deep either. Most areas are shallow enough for younger children to play in. Nice getaway day trip!

Short loop hike with some stairs and a mix of gravel and dirt trails. Mostly covered. View points have wooden paths. Other paths are narrow with one person stopping while the other passes by. Recommend counter clockwise as youll be taking the stairs down...

A beautiful location with several branching trails. The various branches encourage multiple visits that give you a different experience each time. There are also several picnic tables near the entrance.

This place is beautiful and magic. Trail is well located. Please don’t leave garbage in the forest.

Just another one of the beautiful spots to go see nature in Oregon foothills of the Cascade range. Stunning views and waterfalls

Beautiful trails, moderate level. Some stairs to climb for the best views.

Super spot to go for a little hike and enjoy what Oregon has to offer; which is a lot. Highly recommend; a loop trail that you can actually jump into from multiple spots.

Beautiful scenery. Nice place to hike.

Very nice hike, we took the more uphill trail up the stairs of infintity but it is a very nice hike with beautiful falls to take in. I reccomend but if youre taking the family take the easier trail :)

Very beautiful scenery, good parking, relatively clean trail. The one downside was there was used toilet paper along the trail in multiple places.

Great views and 2 waterfalls. Park at the first parking lot and go left, otherwise youll be walking uphill on your way back. Path well kept, some steep stairs.

Amazing hidden gem that offers hikes to 3 incredible waterfalls.

Just beautiful! Love the water. Bring boots for the mud.

Great place to go for a hike and cool off in the creek. Dog friendly and the trails are easy going and can be handled by just about anyone.

If youre looking for a easy and family friendly hike go no further than Lower McDowell Creek, along with a few nice swimming holes the hike can turn into a longer adventure heading into upper McDowell Creek

Short hike with a couple sets of steep stairs. Three parking lots. Lower parking lot has two porta potties. Bring your own hand sanitizer.

Easily accessible for anyone who may not be able to walk long distance.

Beautiful hike! The falls are amazing! Although there are a lot of stairs its a hike most people can do and kids enjoy it.

Great hike. Lots of stairs I was glad I had my walking stick. Mask friendly.

This is a great place to hike with the kids. The trails are not challenging however there is some elevation change and the wooded trails are a imagination factory for younger kids. There is plenty of plants to see and the falls are nice to look at. The trail is well maintained and there are steps for the steeper areas. Watch out for the bees during late summer around the picnic tables.

This is a usually lightly travelled well maintained hiking area with multiple beautiful waterfalls. It does have a restroom at the trail head (think pit toilet), ample parking at three different areas, picnic tables, and great spots for pictures all along. It can be a bit slick if theres been rain (muddy) and some of the elevation gains arent the easiest.

Excellent place to get out for a quick afternoon hike, tho its located southeast of Salem travel time from up north can take some time but the trail has lots of views and a challenging climb in a particular direction if one chooses to take the loop option. Once you reach the wooden bridge crossing and see the water falls you wont be disappointed. Id recommend parking at the lower parking lot, cross Royal Terrace Falls and make your way up following the Creek to the upper falls area, pass above the upper parking lot continue on the trail to climb a bit more before the trail descends to the upper half of Royal Terrace falls and more views then back down to the lower parking lot, easy trail to navigate with a little knowledge.

This place is gorgeous and really close to the house. Nice place to get away.

This place is quite amazing, took my son and dog here and we all had an amazing time. Some beautiful waterfalls, water to play in and lots of trails

Nicely maintained, Good traction shoes needed in wet months.

Nice mellow hike. I did the clockwise loop. There are stairs in both directions that could be difficult for some people. They are also slippery because of the waterfall oversoray so be careful.You get a nice a nice view of some falls. I went in winter and there was interesting mushroom growth in the area. Trailhead has several parking spots, pit toilets, and picnic tables next to the river.

Pretty, worth exploring beyond just platform.

Beautiful scenery and amazing waterfalls. Well worth the trip. Hike is gentle and easy.

Awesome hike, kinda of a moderate hike, but awesome job the less

Very nice to walk

What you cant see in these pictures is there are three main waterfalls there on a hike thats about two miles depending on how many side trips you take could be more

Beautiful place to hike take photos and picnic with family

Beautifully green. Much Zen. Love the map, very helpful.

Not good for strollers. Great hike for 4 and up unless youre wearing your kid in a carrier.

Easy hike, perfect waterfall views — what more could you ask for?

So great that this exists within our Linn County Parks. Now we just need a few more like it!

Great waterfalls and hiking, but marred by some strangely placed, gross, chainlink fencing. Its only near the top fall, as far as we saw.

Beautiful hikes on a not too long loop. Particularly in late spring when theres plenty of water going over the falls. Youll also find edible salmon berries, huckleberry, and thimble berries if you keep your eyes peeled

We had a great time hiking the trails, looking at waterfalls and the big fir trees

Good cool walk on a warm day.

Amazing time great for kids

Great hike beautiful trail and waterfalls, puppys first hike he loved it also.

Place is nice; nice picnic tables, nice hiking trails, nice places to swim. But everytime Im there, the garbage is overflowing and the bathrooms are disgusting

Really beautiful hike up a small waterfall. Great views!

My favorite hike!! (It was extra special this time to go because the river flooding made the falls the fullest Ive ever seen there!!!

Love this place grew up here

Always a beautiful day up in these woods

Very nice hike to see some waterfalls. Never been too crowded when we have been there. During the spring and fall I hike this area 2 times a week. Always a pleasure to check out no matter how many times you have been there.

Great hike, not to many people even on holiday weekend. Falls where beautiful. Tweekers where chillin at top of falls trying to cause chaos with other peples dogs. But hey its not a trip to the lebanon area without seeing someone on drugs.

Its an Amazing place to go Hiking and take the family. It is beautiful and just being in the nature is overwhelming!

Great short hike. For the best experience start at the lowest parking lot and follow the creek upstream.

The trails are easy to find and Its absolutely gorgeous ️

Beautifully maintained trails and a number of beautiful waterfalls to make the hike more pleasant. Prepare for around 1,100ft of elevation gain if you do the full loop.

Short, easy hike to some pretty spectacular views.

Beautiful and serene. Never met a person that didn’t like it here. The hikes are not long and they are pet friendly.

Well maintained has moderate option or just stay on the intermediate trail.

Beautiful waterfalls and fairly well maintained trails. The vault toilet is not in the best repair and the majority of the trails are unmarked. I got turned around and had trouble finding my way back to my car due to this but a friendly hiker helped me out.

A beautiful place to walk.

Great place to take the family for a short hike

Had a nice clean bathroom at the place we stopped at.

Good, short but scenic hiking destination!

Such a nice park and beautiful falls.

Great place to get away from the city.

Beautiful park with some easy walking trails.

I went here in December so there was just me and my wife on the trail which was wonderful! Well maintained trails and great views of a few different falls made this into a lovely day trip! Having it so close to home (Salem) will make it into a popular destination for us!

Amazing and beautiful park in which to hike and admire the rich greenery of the Pacific Northwest forests and waterfalls.

A lot busier than expectes and you cant easily get to the water. But very pretty

A great quick hike with a 360 degree views to delight you.

Beautiful and well kept.

Nice short tail with two beautiful waterfalls

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Beautiful place could spend lots of time there. Will definitely be going back.

Nice spot for a rainy hike, the falls were engorged and beautiful.

Wonderful falls, easy home for whole family

Wonderful waterfalls, good trails, picnic area.

A great place for hiking with a few impressive waterfalls! Plenty of trail for a pleasant walk in nature, although watch out for those stone stairs at the start of the loop! Theyre a killer haha.

Beautiful place trail was in good condition i didnt do the loop. The falls were awesome

Nice trails... beautiful waterfalls!

Several waterfalls all real close together with hiking trails to all of them... Very cool

Great short hikes to multiple falls. Beautiful area. Trails are well marked and it looked to be well maintained.

Nice moderate loop hike through the forest. Beautiful falls along the way. Be prepared for some steep rock and wooden stairs. If its wet the stairs can be slick.

Very pretty and peaceful when I was there

Very nice park with a lot of trails, a couple of nice parking lot some picnic areas, only one restroom but its not too hard to get to it from the other parking lots. My only complaint why is that we did not know the distance to the different Falls from the trail. There were just signs pointing where to go but didnt tell us any distance itd be nice to update that

Beautiful waterfalls. Easy hike. Three trail heads. Fun for the family.

This was a nice hike with the kids, definitely a bit of stairs up and down so expect to go slow if you have children or not in that great of shape. But overall a great hike and worth it

Wonderful and kind of out of the way area. Great for a day trip or small cookout. The scenery and waterfalls are magnificent. Some of the places along the hiking paths just make you want to settle in and never leave.

Nice trails... Beauty Breath taking... Waterfalls..

Nice a new place.on the list

Beautiful hiking trails and waterfalls!

Great place for a gentle nature walk. Awesome waterfalls

Beautiful waterfalls and nice trails.

Great place to hike, its beautiful waterfalls are a fun place to visit through out the year as the seasons change