Difficulty: Moderate to Strenuous
Distance: 6 miles total
Elevation Gain: 500 feet
Leader: Sami Godlove (Oregon Wild’s Central Oregon Field Coordinator)
Location: Deschutes National Forest, near Bend
Located just outside of Bend, Tumalo Falls is one of central Oregon’s most visited destinations in the summer. In the winter, the out-and-back trail from Skyliner Sno-Park provides a perfect snowshoeing experience through a snow-laden forest alongside Tumalo Creek, with the reward of witnessing the majestic 97-foot waterfall framed by ice and snow. The Tumalo Creek watershed also supplies clean drinking water to over 100,000 people in the city of Bend and is one of the many Oregon streams included in Senator Wyden’s River Democracy Act. When passed, this historic bill would safeguard this local favorite for its water quality, scenic beauty, important wildlife habitat, and incredible recreation opportunities.
Carpools will be available from Bend.
The goal of Oregon Wild’s outdoor program is to connect our supporters to the places we work to protect and conserve. Our guided hikes and outings are led by staff members with experience in our conservation campaigns, knowledge about the natural world, and a passion for Oregon’s wild places and wildlife. Our programs offer an educational experience and a connection to advocacy for the places we visit. We strive to make our outdoor programs inviting and safe for everyone.
