ジェファーソン郡の峡谷・トップ7

A gorgeous falls in the Deschutes River canyon, popular for fly fishing and bird watching.

Among the wonders of Central Oregon's High Desert, the Crooked River Gorge is immense. With its 300-foot-deep, 4-mile-long expanse, it unveils captivating desert landscapes, sculpted by the Deschutes and Crooked rivers over millennia. Trek the edge of sheer cliffs, where the Crooked River flowed hundreds of feet below, resembling a miniature Grand Canyon.

Offering captivating geology and river views. Climbing over the boulders to continue the loop after the descent reveals the grand spectacle of Whychus Creek and Deschutes River confluence.

The trail winds through junipers, descends steeply with switchbacks, and offers Grand Canyon like views. Follow left to avoid a treacherous gravel descent. You will have to navigate some boulders near the river, but it's well worth it.

Among the wonders of Central Oregon's High Desert, the Crooked River Gorge is immense. With its 300-foot-deep, 4-mile-long expanse, it unveils captivating desert landscapes, sculpted by the Deschutes and Crooked rivers over millennia. Trek the edge of sheer cliffs, where the Crooked River flowed hundreds of feet below, resembling a miniature Grand Canyon.

Through eons, colorful grooves etch time's passage on cliffs. Amid spring wildflowers and soaring eagles, an easy trail leads to the picturesque Steelhead Falls. Nature's symphony envelops you.

Great viewpoint of The Island, the Deschutes River, and the Crooked River. The Island is a peninsula that has been designated as a national landmark and is off limit to hikers.