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Tamolitch Blue Pool

McKenzie Bridge, OR

Nature

A vivid blue pool where the McKenzie River re-emerges after flowing underground through lava. The trail is about two miles each way through forest; the water is near freezing, and the trailhead lot fills early.

Nearest town
McKenzie Bridge, OR
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
44.2672, -122.0344
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

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Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and July–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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McKenzie Pass–Santiam Pass loop from Eugene – Side View of Proxy Falls, Willamette National Forest (23566623609)© U.S. Forest Service- Pacific Northwest Region · Public domain
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McKenzie Pass–Santiam Pass loop from Eugene

197 mi8 stops2 days

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Rapids above Sahalie Falls-Willamette (23834025541)© U.S. Forest Service- Pacific Northwest Region · Public domain
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Side View of Proxy Falls, Willamette National Forest (23566623609)© U.S. Forest Service- Pacific Northwest Region · Public domain
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Campsites nearby

  • Patio RV ParkMotorhome stopover
    10 mi from Tamolitch Blue Pool
    MotorhomesElectricityWaste disposal
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Big Lake CampgroundCampsite
    11 mi from Tamolitch Blue Pool
    TentsCaravansDrinking water
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Sevenmile Horse CampCampsite
    12 mi from Tamolitch Blue Pool
    TentsCaravansToilets
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Trout Creek CampgroundCampsite
    18 mi from Tamolitch Blue Pool · 24 pitches
    TentsCaravansDrinking water
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  • Cold Springs CampgroundCampsite
    20 mi from Tamolitch Blue Pool
    TentsCaravansDrinking water
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Sheep Springs Horse CampCampsite
    24 mi from Tamolitch Blue Pool · 11 pitches
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    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip

All campsites in Oregon · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Tamolitch Blue Pool?

Tamolitch Blue Pool is in McKenzie Bridge, OR, at GPS 44.2672, -122.0344. It is about 24 mi from Sisters.

Can you camp near Tamolitch Blue Pool?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Olallie Campground, about 1 mi away; within 25 mi there are 66 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Tamolitch Blue Pool?

Tamolitch Blue Pool is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: McKenzie Pass–Santiam Pass loop from Eugene.

What is there to see near Tamolitch Blue Pool?

Places worth a stop nearby: Sahalie Falls (6 mi), Clear Lake (7 mi), Proxy Falls (9 mi) and Dee Wright Observatory (12 mi).

When is the best time to visit Tamolitch Blue Pool?

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and July–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)