Why Tumalo Falls is one of the best waterfall hikes in Oregon

Most people stick to the west side off the Cascades to find good waterfalls, but just across the mountains is another incredible waterfall hike at Tumalo Falls. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we talk all about the Tumalo Falls Loop Hike, a Bend-area adventure that features nearly a dozen beautiful waterfalls along a relatively short and accessible trail. The waterfalls are found along Tumalo Creek, which runs from the slopes of Broken Top down to the Deschutes River. If you want to experience the loop hike, you’ll want to go during the right season and start early in the day, as crowds tend to descend upon the popular trail even on weekdays. Here are some highlights from this week’s show: Where is Tumalo Falls and when is the best time of year to go? What are the waterfalls like on the trail? Why it might not be worth doing the full loop hike. Some other things to do around Bend while you’re there. Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices