LANE COUNTY, Ore. — Tucked away in the Willamette National Forest, just off Highway 58, there's a natural wonder you don't want to miss: Salt Creek Falls.
At 286 feet, it's Oregon's second-highest waterfall, and with its thunderous rush — averaging about 50,000 gallons of water per minute — it's a sight and sound you won't forget.
Samara Phelps, President and CEO of Travel Lane County, said one of the best parts of Salt Creek Falls is how easy it is to experience.
"You have the opportunity to have an amazing view from 50 yards off the parking lot," she said. "It has an accessible viewpoint, which is amazing for someone using a mobility device or a wheelchair. A paved circuit here makes it possible for everyone to take in the falls."
For those looking to stretch their legs, Salt Creek F