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Metolius River
Published: November 27. 2009 4:00AM PSTWith snow moving into the mountains, the Metolius River has a lot to offer in the shoulder season.
Heading downriver along the East Metolius Trail, you'll be treated to the sound of gurgling water and may see deer, great blue herons or American dippers — so named for their habit of dipping into the water for food.
If you go
Getting there: From U.S. Highway 20, turn right onto Forest Service Road 14 about 10 miles beyond Sisters, following signs to Metolius River and Camp Sherman. After 2.5
miles, the road comes to a Y; stay right to remain on Forest Service Road 14. Roughly
two miles later, take a left at the sign for Camp Sherman, onto Forest Service Road
1419, then take an immediate right onto Forest Service Road 900, also called Southwest Metolius River Road. About a mile later, turn left onto Forest Service Road 1217, also called Southwest Striebel Road. The bridge will be visible from this point. Park at the
bridge. The East Metolius Trail No. 402 extends both upriver and downriver .
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: No passes required
Contact: 541-549-7700
— Bulletin staff
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