I was born on the banks of the McKenzie River. No matter how far I roamed the soft roar of Oregon's rivers and the lush green of her forests have always pulled me back. I am blessed to have finally returned for good with my wonderful wife Rachel. We spend as much time as we can immersing ourselves in the beauty and majesty of this wonderful place. I am happy to share some of my adventures with everyone involved in the Outdoor Project. "She flies with her own wings."
This trail is closed due to fire. The Deception Creek fire has burned over nearly the entire length of the trail. It is hard to say when the trail will re-open. Even after the fire goes out this fall, there will likely be extensive damage to the trail that will need to be repaired before it is passable. Check with the Middle Fork Ranger Station before attempting this hike.
Stopped by while mountain biking in the area. I have been coming here for nearly 20 years and have never seen it so crowded with unsavory characters. Open drug use, people asking me for beer, and unleashed dogs fighting in the parking lot made the experience untenable. Avoid these hot springs in the summer and on weekends, it looks like they have finally become too well known among the young vagabond/dirtbag crowd. Such a shame.
Deception Butte Hike