Metolius River - Wikipedia
The Metolius River (pronounced muh TOLL ee us) is a tributary of the Deschutes River in Central Oregon, United States. The river flows north from springs near Black Butte, then turns sharply east, descending through a series of gorges before ending in …
Hike Metolius River - Oregon.com
The Metolius, most magical of all Oregon rivers, emerges fully grown at 50,000 gallons a minute from the arid base of Black Butte. Sample the river's wizardry with this easy hike along a section of the oasis-like riverbank.
Metolius River - Rivers.gov
Nestled in a forested valley on the east side of the Cascade Mountain Range in central Oregon, the Metolius River gushes full-grown from the spectacular springs at its headwaters and is one of the largest spring-fed rivers in the United States.
The Metolius: A River Like No Other — Deschutes Land Trust
Oct 23, 2018 · Oregon’s Central Oregon Metolius River is unique in its origin and setting. It rises as a series of clear cold springs from the base of the 6,436-foot tall volcanic cinder cone called Black Butte.
Deschutes National Forest - Metolius River - US Forest Service
At the Metolius Research Natural Area, it's possible to see white-headed woodpecker, northern goshawk, flammulated owl, and Vaux's swift. Visit the Metolius Fish Hatchery display ponds to observe and feed kokanee salmon, Atlantic salmon, and other fish.
Metolius River - The Oregon Encyclopedia
The Metolius River is a spring-dominated tributary of the Deschutes River in central Oregon. The river is named for the Warm Springs Sahaptin word for "white fish," which refers to a light-colored Chinook salmon.
Metolius River - Visit Central Oregon
The magic of the Metolius River is on full display the second its headwaters emerge from a spring at the base of Black Butte near Sisters. From there, over the course of 29 miles, the crystal-clear river fascinates and hypnotizes just about everyone lucky enough to visit its teal-hued waters.
Metolius River – Camp Sherman, OR
Stay in immaculate vintage cabins located under majestic ponderosa pines right on the banks of the Metolius River, near Sisters, in Central Oregon.
West Metolius River Hike - Hiking in Portland, Oregon and …
Nov 4, 2024 · This hike follows the Metolius along its west bank as far as the Wizard Falls Fish Hatchery, a quiet and serene stretch of the river interspersed with rapids and crannied lava benches. Look for large old-growth conifers and wildlife along the river, including gray squirrels, deer, otter, mink, and mergansers.
Metolius River | oregonexplorer | Oregon State University
The Metolius River originates from a spring near Black Butte, Oregon and flows north and east to Lake Billy Chinook. As a river that has been relatively unaltered by humans, the Metolius maintains natural water levels and temperature, and is able to support a healthy population of salmon and trout.