This pretty waterfall splashes about 23 feet into a small gorge just downstream from a campground. Upstream, Paulina Creek flows through pretty grassy meadows. The scenery is a wonderful place to take memorable photos.

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Best Hikes to McKay Crossing Falls

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1. Paulina Lake via Peter Skene Ogden Trail — Deschutes National Forest

26.5km

07:33

620m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. McKay Butte Trail and McKay Crossing Falls — Deschutes National Forest

7.15km

02:03

170m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate

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3. McKay Crossing Falls – Double falls loop from La Pine

7.43km

02:05

150m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 1,450 m

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Wednesday 21 January

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Location: Deschutes County, Oregon, United States

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McKay Crossing Falls

1. Paulina Lake via Peter Skene Ogden Trail — Deschutes National Forest

2. McKay Butte Trail and McKay Crossing Falls — Deschutes National Forest

3. McKay Crossing Falls – Double falls loop from La Pine

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