Instagrammable Sights

        CHUSH FALLS

Chush Falls, also known as Lower Whychus Falls, is a waterfall formed along Whychus Creek on the north skirt of North Sister in the Three Sisters Wilderness located off Highway 242 and Forest Road 16. The falls are unique, springing from a creek with the water falling off a rock cliff and flowing downstream. The falls are accessible on a 2.5-mile trail offering picturesque views.

        HOODOO SKI AREA

Located 22 miles from Sisters, Hoodoo Ski Resort is a family-friendly mountain with options for all ages and skill levels. They’ve got the tubing autobahn which is good fun for the whole family, they’ve got Nordic ski trails for those looking to do more cross-country skiing. And then of course the ski routes… the chairlift rides offer vista views of the Cascades on a clear day.

        WHYCHUS CREEK OVERLOOK  

A short overlook trail built by the forest service, this loop is an accessible access point for views of the Three Sisters. This overlook gives you 360° mountain views while looking down over the Whychus Creek that meanders its way through the Three Sisters Wilderness.

        CASCADE LAKES The Cascade Lakes Highway located west of Bend spans from downtown Bend all the way up to Mt. Bachelor with mountain vistas and lakes as far as the eye can see. Various lakes line the highway including Todd Lake, Sparks Lake (seen in photo), Devil’s Lake, and more. 

       TAM MCARTHUR RIM

 Tam McArthur Rim is a classic Sisters hike, located above Three Creek Lake. The climb to the top of the rim provides 360° vistas. The hike is a 5.3-mile out-and-back with ideal hiking times being between June and October. The hike is now part of the permit system required for the Three Sisters Wilderness but it is well worth it especially for a sunset hike.

        TAMOLITCH BLUE POOL

Tamolitch Blue Pool is accessible by an approximately four-mile, out-and-back hike. On a hot summer day, you may be tempted to take a dip in the pool — but think twice; it’s glacier-cold. Take Highway 126 west just over 40 miles to Trail Bridge Reservoir. Turn right on FS Road 730 (at the sign to Trail Bridge Reservoir). Cross the river and turn right on FS Road 2672-655, then travel a half mile to parking. 

        HEAD OF THE METOLIUS  It’s hard to believe that the mighty Metolius River starts from tiny springs in the shadow of Black Butte. It soon becomes a tumbling torrent. Drive 10 miles west of Sisters to the entrance to Camp Sherman and follow the signs along FS Road 14. Park and walk about 300 yards down a paved path to an overlook that treats you to a calendar shot of the headwaters and Mt. Jefferson.

        DEE WRIGHT OBSERVATORY At the summit of McKenzie Pass, at 5,187 feet, stands Dee Wright Observatory. The lava-rock structure was completed in 1935 by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). On a clear day, you will have spectacular views of Mt. Washington, Mt. Jefferson, the South, North, and Middle Sister, and even catch a glimpse of Mt. Hood. Take Highway 242 west out of Sisters on a forest drive 22 miles to the McKenzie Summit.