Winding alongside the gorgeous McKenzie River, the McKenzie River Trail is an incredible hiking and biking trail that will lead you through the most amazing scenery. As you hike along the trail, you’ll weave through emerald green forests over handmade wooden bridges, past waterfalls, swimming holes, picturesque picnic areas, and so much more. This trail is 26 miles long in total, but can be experienced in shorter sections as well.
The McKenzie River Trail is an amazing 26-mile trail that winds along the beautiful McKenzie River past lush old growth forests, crystal clear lakes, magical waterfalls, and amazing riverside scenery. You can hike the whole thing or just a section of it, starting at one of the many trailheads along the way.
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From start to finish, you’ll feel like you’re walking through a fairy tale landscape.
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It’s also a fantastic place for biking. In fact, the McKenzie River Trail was named the #1 Trail in America by Bike Magazine.
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Whether you’re hiking or biking, you’ll get to choose between many different trailheads with varying difficulties and excursion lengths. There are also some great picnic areas and campsites along the route.
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There are numerous stunning natural wonders along the trail, including the amazing Tamolitch Pool, a shockingly blue basin of water in the woods….
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…as well as the gorgeous Sahalie and Koosah waterfalls…
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…and the beautiful Clear Lake, which happens to have the remnants of an ancient petrified forest still standing upright far beneath the water’s crystal clear surface.
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As you venture along the trail, you’re likely to see some wildlife as well.
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Take a hike along the McKenzie River Trail for an unforgettable experience.
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Find out about some more beautiful waterfront trails in Oregon here.
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