Kentucky Falls is a wonderful short and easy hike, less than 5 miles long and perfect for a drizzly Oregon day. Driving to the trailhead can be a bit treacherous since you have to avoid many large potholes while going up a 20% grade on gravel logging roads. The road also gains some elevation, so if you’re heading here in the winter, please check the snow levels before you go as this road can occasionally get some snow in the winter months.

​After making it successfully to the trailhead, you will be relieved to see a lush green trail across the road from the small parking area. There is extra parking just a bit farther down the road if the main lot is full. The high point of the hike is the trailhead, so keep in mind that all of your elevation will be gained on the return trip from the falls. After the first 0.6 miles you come upon 88-foot tall Upper Kentucky Falls.