Posted in Oregon Nature, Waterfalls August 25, 2021 by Sarah McCosham

This 2-Mile Trail In Oregon Leads To A Double Waterfall And A Scenic Overlook

There’s no shortage of amazing waterfalls here in Oregon. Go for a hike, and you’re likely to stumble upon a well-known waterfall or small, seasonal treasure. Columbia River Gorge, for example, is home to 90 waterfalls — and that’s on the Oregon side alone! Deschutes National Forest is another waterfall treasure trove, and that’s where you’ll find a two-mile trail that leads to a double waterfall *and* a scenic overlook, not to mention one of the best-known falls in the state.

Located within the stunning Deschutes National Forest, the Tumalo Falls Day Use Area is home to several stunning waterfalls and scenic trails.

Of course, Tumalo Falls is the headliner here, and you can actually see this epic waterfall just .25 miles from the eponymous Tumalo Falls trailhead!

Tumalo Falls is a striking, 97-foot fall that pours into Tumalo Creek in a thunderous rush of water.

There's a scenic overlook at the start of the trail that offers jaw-dropping views of this glorious cascade—and phenomenal photo ops, too!

But it's not the only wondrous waterfall in the area. You'll find additional falls upstream along Tumalo Creek and its tributary, Bridge Creek.

To see these falls, you'll take the Tumalo Falls and Double Falls Trail, a two-mile, out-and-back trek that's a dream for Oregon waterfall chasers.

This easy hike follows Tumalo Creek, and after about a mile, you'll happen upon Double Falls.

As its name suggests, Double Falls is a delightful double waterfall found along the trail. It drops 30 feet and then 20 feet, with about a mile in between. You'll be dazzled by this sublime natural spectacle!

You can hike further up Tumalo Creek to see even more smaller waterfalls if you have time.

Have you hiked the Tumalo Falls and Double Falls Trail before? Were you as dazzled by the beautiful falls along the trail as we are? Share your experiences with this waterfall hike in Oregon in the comments below!

Looking for another big waterfall adventure in Oregon? Head over to Lincoln City and hike the Drift Creek Falls Trail!

Address: Tumalo Falls Trail, Oregon 97703, USA