Tumalo Falls - Bend Oregon

In this episode of Cheap Family Travel (www.cheapfamily...) Nick, Regan, Maggie and Kate visited Tumalo Falls in the Cascade Mountains outside of Bend, Oregon. (We’re sorry if we mispronounced Tumalo in the video). The 89 foot high falls is one of the most popular outdoor destinations in the vicinity of Bend. You’ll find the falls at the end of a 2 1/2 mile gravel road in the Deschutes National Forest. You can get a great view of the falls right out of the parking lot, making it accessible to everyone. We totally recommend taking the short hike to the top of the falls. The view is fantastic and there are several viewpoints to stop at on your way up. If you look closely, you can find the narrow trail that leads through the forest and behind the falls. It’s crazy! Tumalo Creek merges with Bridge Creek as they head toward the Deschutes River, and the clear icy water is beautiful. The surrounding forest is still recovering from the Bridge Creek Fire in 1979, but the greenery, the wildflowers, and the forest create the perfect backdrop to the towering falls. The Tumalo Falls Day Use Area has picnic tables, restrooms, and is the trailhead to many hiking and biking trails. If you’re visiting Bend, Oregon, Tumalo Falls should definitely be on your list.