Emerald green forestry, crystal clear mountain streams, beautiful canyons and 10 enchanting waterfalls---this amazing hike in Oregon is absolutely one of a kind.

Silver Falls State Park is the largest state park in Oregon, and it's home to one of the most incredible hiking trails in the country: The Trail of Ten Falls. As its name suggests, this forest trail passes by 10 gorgeous waterfalls and countless amazing viewpoints. What's even more unique is that the trail will take you BEHIND four of the waterfalls to give you a close-up, unforgettable view. Beginning at the South Falls Lodge Trailhead, this year-round 8.7 mile loop is perfect for families, friends or solo hikers that want to spend the day surrounded by Oregon's most majestic waterfalls and stunning scenery.

The Trail:

Lower South Falls:

This waterfall is absolutely stunning, and it's one of the state park's four waterfalls that can be viewed from behind.

South Falls and the bridge over Silver Creek:

The beautiful South Falls is the second tallest waterfall in the state park, and it's easily the most popular destination. The waterfall drops an impressive 177 feet into the lovely basin of Silver Creek. You can also view this amazing waterfall from behind.

The view from behind South Falls:

The trail will take you behind this amazing waterfall, as well as Lower South Falls, North Falls, and Winter Falls.

North Falls:

The picturesque North Falls drops 136 feet.

Check out the incredible grotto behind North Falls:

The Trail of 10 Falls will lead you past an amazing cave behind the waterfall. Here's a panoramic view of the waterfall from inside the cave.

Upper North Falls:

This amazing waterfall flows ethereally over a basalt cliff created by a lava flow long ago.

Lower North Falls:

Another beautiful little waterfall you'll see from the trail.

Winter Falls:

Winter Falls is gorgeous in winter and spring, though by late summer the water flow is greatly decreased.

Drake Falls:

This small, lovely waterfall can be viewed from a nearby observation platform.

Double Falls:

Double Falls is 178 feet, making it the tallest waterfall in Silver Falls State Park.

Silver Falls Lodge:

You'll take off from (and return to) this beautiful lodge at the Silver Falls Lodge Trailhead. Be sure to stop in for lunch or a cup of celebratory hot chocolate!

Have you been on this hike before? What did you think? What are some other unforgettable hikes in Oregon? Let us know in the comments.