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AlaskaJJ

Anchorage, Alaska

7719

Reviewed July 2, 2018 via mobile

Gorgeous Hike and Great Adventure!

First off, this is not in Sisters-it is about 30-40 miles west of Sisters. Make sure to have a full tank of gas as services are not in the area. Take the 242 from Sisters for a gorgeous drive and stop at the observatory. It...More

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Andrea B

Atlanta, Georgia

7519

Reviewed June 19, 2018 via mobile

Amazing, tall waterfall

There is parking and a bathroom at the trailhead. The hike is relatively short, not too strenuous. It does pass through some lava rock fields, so you need to watch your step. When you get to the view of the falls, it is breathtaking. To...More

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chasey87

Dallas, Texas

195

Reviewed May 26, 2018 via mobile

Waterfalls are Worth it

Very pretty hike, takes about an hour or so to do the loop. For an easier route take the trail head to the left, the right is a very rocky and narrow trail. Doable but if we had known we probably would have just stuck...More

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ken m

woodburn, or

10817

Reviewed March 3, 2018

Scenic waterfalls on historic Mc Kenzie hiway.

Great place to hike, swim, and take photos. Also nice to see frozen over in the winter. Lots of great wild flowers and native trees. Been here over 20 times.

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mjones1992

165

Reviewed February 8, 2018 via mobile

Scenic and short

Proxy falls offers everything great about the PNW . The hike strolls through beautiful forest and ancient lava rock. It awards with two stunning waterfalls framed by lush forest. This hike is fairly popular and can get very crowded. Make sure you bring a NW...More

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LarryM295

Tinley Park, Illinois

1114

Reviewed January 9, 2018

You must go here!

The drive and consequent hike to the falls will immerse you in the Central Oregon forest experience. Take the lower falls trail and if you are up for some challenge in finding your way to the base of the falls, you can get close as...More

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Leslie F

Henderson, Nevada

349113

Reviewed August 30, 2017

Magnificent.

I will warn you that to get the "full experience" The one that you see in the calendars you must channel your inner mountain goat and climb down past the lower falls "viewing point" It is sooo worth it. It truly is an experience you'll...More

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samsonpete

Newberg, Oregon

8430

Reviewed August 15, 2017

Worth the Drive

This is quite a drive out there on tight turny roads but well worth the stop. Parking can be hard to find, but it was a very easy hike. If you start clockwise on the trail, you will meet the first fall very fast. We...More

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lakechiro

Lago Vista, Texas

217139

Reviewed August 5, 2017

Nice Waterfall hike in McKenzie Bridge area

The trail is less crowded (also more rustic, and longer) than the trail at Koosah/Shallie Falls. Loved the thousands of butterflies fluttering around in the sunny mist. My Keen water shoes were perfect for the rough terrain and allowed me to slosh through the freezing...More

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GregoriousTraveler

Carrollton, Texas

434164

Reviewed August 1, 2017 via mobile

Love this waterfall.

This was one of my favorite spots on our drive through this area. A short hike to a beautiful falls. Truly enjoyed exploring this area. Great spot!

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Kathy M

This sounds like a terrific hike. Please tell me about the condition of the trail. I have problems with my balance and walk with a cane. Trails that are very narrow or rocky are difficult for me. I can manage those impediments for a short distance, but not if the trail is one long trip hazard. Is this trail for me? Thanks, Kathy

August 4, 2018|

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Sorry, I am just seeing your question. Your best bet would be to try the trailhead to the left, go to the falls and then turn around and come back the same way. It was much easier/more flat than the trailhead to the right. I... More