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Rapids above Sahalie Falls-Willamette (23834025541)📷 U.S. Forest Service- Pacific Northwest Region, Public domain

Sahalie Falls

McKenzie Bridge, OR

Nature

A roaring waterfall on the upper McKenzie River just off OR-126, with an overlook near the parking lot. A 2.6-mile loop continues downstream to Koosah Falls and back on the other bank.

Nearest town
McKenzie Bridge, OR
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
44.3490, -121.9960

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

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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Boat dock Clear Lake, Oregon© Bonnie Moreland · CC0
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Biking Group and Couple at Dee Wright Observatory, Willamette NF (23527539059)© 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

  • Big Lake CampgroundCampsite
    6 mi from Sahalie Falls
    TentsCaravansDrinking water
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Sevenmile Horse CampCampsite
    11 mi from Sahalie Falls
    TentsCaravansToilets
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Patio RV ParkMotorhome stopover
    15 mi from Sahalie Falls
    MotorhomesElectricityWaste disposal
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Trout Creek CampgroundCampsite
    18 mi from Sahalie Falls · 24 pitches
    TentsCaravansDrinking water
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Cold Springs CampgroundCampsite
    18 mi from Sahalie Falls
    TentsCaravansDrinking water
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Sheep Springs Horse CampCampsite
    19 mi from Sahalie Falls · 11 pitches
    TentsCaravansDrinking water
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip

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

FAQs

Where is Sahalie Falls?

Sahalie Falls is in McKenzie Bridge, OR, at GPS 44.3490, -121.9960. It is about 22 mi from Sisters.

Can you camp near Sahalie Falls?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Ice Cap Creek Campground, about 1 mi away; within 25 mi there are 64 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Sahalie Falls?

Sahalie Falls is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: McKenzie Pass–Santiam Pass loop from Eugene.

What is there to see near Sahalie Falls?

Places worth a stop nearby: Clear Lake (1 mi), Tamolitch Blue Pool (6 mi), Dee Wright Observatory (11 mi) and Proxy Falls (13 mi).

When is the best time to visit Sahalie Falls?

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)