do the two shorter trails to see North & South Falls. Read more about Silver Falls State Park. This is one of the best hikes near Portland, so if you’re looking for a half-day trip, this is the one!

This 3-mile round-trip trail, which begins from the Ohanapecosh Campground, takes visitors to gorgeous Silver ... north of the Ohanapecosh Visitor Center), a half-mile walk leads to the falls.