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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
07/17/2025
There are limited parking spots at the Sunriver trailhead.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
07/17/2025
The trail is a clear single track weaving through the pine forest.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
07/17/2025
There are limited parking spots at the Sunriver trailhead.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
07/17/2025
The trail alternates between weaving through the woods and hugging the cliffs overlooking the Deschutes River.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
07/17/2025
Catching views of paddlers on the Deschutes.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
07/17/2025
Deschutes River as seen from the hike.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
07/17/2025
Deschutes River Trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
07/17/2025
The trail ends at the Benham Falls East Trailhead which offers a number of other hiking and paddling opportunities.