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    Tamolitch Pool Trail

    43 Reviews
    #1 of 2 things to do in Cascadia
    Outdoor Activities, Nature & Parks, Hiking Trails
    McKenzie Hwy, Willamette National Forest, Cascadia, OR 97413
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    “Peaceful Visit in Early October”

    We had heard how busy this trail could be so we made an effort to visit it in the off-season during... read more

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Jeremiah Z
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    Hudson, Wisconsin
    “Worth the hike in”

    Beautiful hike and amazing destination. Heavily trafficked so go early and on weekdays. Water is... read more

    Reviewed 11 September 2018
    UCLASteve
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    Los Angeles, CA
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    “mckenzie river”(9 reviews)
    “limited parking”(3 reviews)
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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Peaceful Visit in Early October

    We had heard how busy this trail could be so we made an effort to visit it in the off-season during the mid-week. We visited the Blue Pool on a Friday afternoon in early October during a period of light rain. And...we saw one person...More

    Date of experience: October 2018
    1  Thank Jeremiah Z
    Reviewed 11 September 2018
    Worth the hike in

    Beautiful hike and amazing destination. Heavily trafficked so go early and on weekdays. Water is extremely cold, so don't plan to swim when you get there.

    Date of experience: August 2018
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    Reviewed 10 September 2018
    The coldest water you'll ever dip in!

    27 degrees year round and such a cool place. The river disappears upstream about two miles then comes back up at this unique blue pool. Beware hiking around and down to it - you need to be fairly fit and definitely steady on your feet....More

    Date of experience: July 2018
    Thank D D
    Reviewed 21 August 2018 via mobile
    Overused trail to pretty pool, go elsewhere

    Give this trail a rest! Extremely crowded trail even on a weekday. It goes to a pretty blue pool that is very noisy and crowded. People treat it like a beach which takes away from its beauty. There are less busy places to hike that...More

    Date of experience: August 2018
    5  Thank estgot
    Reviewed 9 August 2018
    Amazing natural wonder

    The hike was beautiful. 2 miles along the bank of the McKenzie River along a nicely groomed trail. The pool at the end was beautiful. The only thing that could have made it better was if we were the only ones there! (It was very...More

    Date of experience: August 2018
    1  Thank Lisa J
    Reviewed 1 August 2018
    Blue Pool Oregon Hike

    Dog Friendly Limited Parking Take your Lunch This hike is Moderate No toilets on hike No Pay Parking

    Date of experience: July 2018
    Thank Jazy R
    Reviewed 25 July 2018 via mobile
    Looks are deceiving.

    Not an easy hike if you have bad ankles. Or if your out of shape. It starts off on a flat wonderful trail. But shortly after that it turns into uneven, unstable, rocky lava. Do NOT dive in the blue pool and be careful if...More

    Date of experience: July 2018
    3  Thank Vicki B
    Reviewed 18 July 2018 via mobile
    Fun Short Hike

    This short hike is definitely worth the drive from Sisters. The trail follows the McKenzie River through tall old growth Douglas fir. It is mostly shaded and cool even on a warm day. The last part is through lava rock, but then it opens up...More

    Date of experience: June 2018
    Thank mehoe2000
    Reviewed 5 July 2018
    Limited parking; arrive early

    We arrived at 8:30 a.m. on a Sunday. There were only half a dozen cars in the parking lot. The hike was gentle the entire way (2 miles), with the first mile following a nice trail along the MacKenzie River upstream. The second mile has...More

    Date of experience: June 2018
    Thank KendianaJones
    Reviewed 15 June 2018
    Beautiful, Half-Day Hike

    I joined 2 others for this hike on the McKenzie River Trail to Blue Pool on an overcast, but warm day. We started at the popular trailhead just off Hwy 126, above Trail Bridge Reservoir. The route follows the McKenzie River through mixed coniferous and...More

    Date of experience: June 2018
    1  Thank S49M
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    Daniela P
    28 May 2018|
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    Response from Brian W | Reviewed this property |
    There are many hiking websites that offer reviews at varying times of year. I would suggest oregonhikers,org as a good place to start. You should be able to search for that trail to get an idea about typical November... More
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    caroledc2015
    19 January 2018|
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    Response from Bob I | Reviewed this property |
    Don’t know but it is in the mountains so it’s doubtful.
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