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Tamolitch Blue Pool via McKenzie River Trail in Willamette National Forest

The hike to Tamolitch Blue Pool offers a captivating journey through diverse landscapes along the McKenzie River. Starting in an old-growth Douglas fir forest, the trail crosses a stream on a wooden bridge and leads to expansive lava fields. The trail culminates at the mesmerizing blue pool, set against the surrounding cliffs, where the McKenzie River emerges from beneath a lava flow, creating a serene and picturesque spot. #Hiking #River #Forest #Nature #Lake

  • Distance: 3.7 mi
  • Elevation gain: 105 m
  • Maximum elevation: 743 m
  • Elevation loss: 106 m
  • Minimum elevation: 684 m
  • Moving time: 1 h 16 m
  • Moving speed: 2.9 mph
  • Maximum speed: 6.4 mph
  • Total time: 1 h 17 m
  • Global speed: 2.9 mph

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 3.7 mi
  • Elevation gain: 105 m
  • Maximum elevation: 743 m
  • Elevation loss: 106 m
  • Minimum elevation: 684 m
  • Moving time: 1 h 16 m
  • Moving speed: 2.9 mph
  • Maximum speed: 6.4 mph
  • Total time: 1 h 17 m
  • Global speed: 2.9 mph

About this trail

Name: Tamolitch Blue Pool via McKenzie River Trail in Willamette National Forest trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Forest Road 2672-655, Linn County, Oregon, United States (44.29036 -122.03566)

End: McKenzie River Trailhead, Forest Road 2672-655, Linn County, Oregon, United States (44.29031 -122.03570)

Coordinates: 44.29031 -122.03585 44.31233 -122.02718

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Hike on the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail from Crater Lake to Canada Border through Oregon and Washington along the Sierra Nevada and Cascade mountain ranges. #Hiking #Mountain #SierraNevada #Cascade #Nature #Forest #Park #PCT

Distance: 744.6 mi • Elevation gain: 44,308 m • Maximum elevation: 2,307 m

Tamolitch Blue Pool

United States > Oregon > Linn County

Hike to Tamolitch Blue Pool via McKenzie River Trail in Willamette National Forest #Hiking #River #Forest #Lake

Distance: 3.9 mi • Elevation gain: 124 m • Maximum elevation: 743 m

Tamolitch Blue Pool

United States > Oregon > Linn County

Willamette National Forest. McKenzie River. #Hiking #MTB #River #Mountain #Nature

Distance: 3.6 mi • Elevation gain: 110 m • Maximum elevation: 742 m

Gear up for your next adventure:

🥤Hydration Bladders - Hands-free hydration systems for backpacks
🧭Professional Hiking Compasses - High-precision liquid-filled compasses for map reading and orientation
Altimeter Watches - Watches measuring altitude for mountain activities
🎒Hiking Daypacks (20L) - Compact backpacks for day trips and technical mountain ascents
🧴Sport Sunscreen Sticks - High-protection sunblock that won't run into your eyes on the trail

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