!Hike! Dillon Falls to Benham Falls 6.5 miles (Paddle after hike)

THIS IS A GOOD TIME OF YEAR TO ENJOY THIS TRAIL. PADDLE AFTERWARDS IF WEATHER PERMITS. ARRIVE A LITTLE EARLY. BRING PROPER HIKING GEAR, POLES, WATER, BUG/SUNTAN SPRAY, 10 ESSENTIALS, BRING A SNACK & COME PREPARED. PLEASE DON'T BE LATE AND KEEP YOUR RSVP CURRENT.

Easy 6.5 mi Distance 262 ftElevation gain 2h 7m Estimated time Out & back
NO DOGS PLEASE.

Begin near a boat put-in along the Deschutes River just upstream of Dillon Falls. The trail is mostly along the river, but at points heads further inland and passes a small pond. After enjoying the views at Benham Falls, retrace the same route back to the start point. The flat terrain makes this an awesome family-friendly excursion.

Recent reviews of the Dillon Falls to Benham Falls trail in Bend, Oregon highlight beautiful scenery, an easy and flat hike, and swarming mosquitoes, especially in the mornings. Hikers recommend starting early to beat the bugs and heat. The trail is dusty, with bathrooms along the way and opportunities for dogs to swim and cool off. Typically in August, the area is sunny, not too buggy, and requires bug spray due to mosquitoes.

EVENTS
Hiking, kayaking, snowshoeing: All skill levels are welcome. Each event will disclose the location, skill level, distance and approximate duration, and gear and equipment required. PPSG recommends you pack the “Ten Essentials” for all hiking events: https://americanhiking.org/resources/10essentials/
ATTENDING EVENTS
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