Pinard Falls forms where the East Fork of Layng Creek drops over a roughly 105-foot basalt cliff in the Umpqua National Forest near Cottage Grove. A short but steeply descending trail leads to a view of the falls.
At 105 ft, it stands above roughly 75% of the 775 documented falls in this guide.
Its water comes from East Fork Layng Creek. You'll find it in Lane, Oregon. It is protected within US Forest Service (Umpqua National Forest).
This is a short hike waterfall: reached by a short trail, generally under about a mile each way. A short walk gets you to the viewpoint, so it works for most casual visitors and families. The walk to the main viewpoint runs about 1.2 miles round trip. Base a visit out of Cottage Grove, the closest town.
When to go: Spring. Expect the strongest flow in spring and after big storms, with a quieter trickle by late summer; confirm current conditions with the land manager before committing to the drive.
