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Metolius River – Wizard Falls Fish Hatchery loop from Black Butte Ranch

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Metolius River – Wizard Falls Fish Hatchery loop from Black Butte Ranch

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Metolius River – Wizard Falls Fish Hatchery loop from Black Butte Ranch

02:45

42.0km

280m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 14, 2026

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Deschutes National Forest

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17.4 km

Metolius River

Highlight • River

These delightful springs emerge from the hillside and spill into the crystal clear waters of the Metolius.

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21.8 km

In 1948, Wizard Falls Fish Hatchery was constructed, diverting the river upstream, causing the falls that once existed to run dry unless the hatchery is shut down. The rapids here at Lower Bridge are often confused with Wizard Falls.

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22.0 km

Wizard Falls Fish Hatchery

Highlight • Structure

This hatchery raises Brown and Rainbow Trout along with Kokanee and Atlantic Salmon. They offer several display pools and a viewing pond where you can view and feed the beautiful …

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22.1 km

Wizard Falls - Metolius River

Highlight • River

This beautiful blue pool is located at the bridge to the Wizard Falls Fish Hatchery. Enjoy the sky blue waters of the Metolius River and learn about the fish who live in its waters.

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42.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.3 km

3.95 km

2.96 km

1.81 km

872 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

32.8 km

4.82 km

2.63 km

1.71 km

Elevation

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Highest point (1,020 m)

Lowest point (840 m)

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Friday 26 June

16°C

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67 %

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Metolius River – Wizard Falls Fish Hatchery loop from Black Butte Ranch

Metolius River

Lower Bridge

Wizard Falls Fish Hatchery

Wizard Falls - Metolius River

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