Tumalo State Park

TIPS& EXPERIENCE
--> Nice to relax and eat, paddle around
--> TIP - The further you head away from the entrance road, the better it is. Fewer people, nicer environs.
‐-> TIP - Leave the big fin off your SUP as it is shallow
--> TIP - Don't want to shell out $10 (!!) for parking? Go across the bridge and take s little walk
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Love this float, MUCH less busy than others in the area. The park offers great gathering areas and water access if you don't want to float. $10 parking fee.

This is a beautiful and peaceful park. The picnic areas are spread out. There is also a nice river walk

I visited Tumalo State Park for a day trip and really enjoyed the time there. The hike along the Deschutes River was peaceful and scenic, plenty of spots to pause and take in the views. The trail was well-maintained and easy to follow, making it perfect for a short, relaxing outdoor escape. It's a great spot if you're looking for a quick nature fix close to Bend.

I stopped by Tumalo on my
way to Bend to hike on the
Deschutes River and was not
disappointed.

The trail takes you along the
river through a forest of Alder,
Juniper, and Ponderosa Pine
with open spaces.

You will find a short paved
section that becomes a rocky
dirt trail for 1.4 miles to the
Riley Ranch

The trail has a viewpoint above
the rapids on a long metal
boardwalk with great views
of the river.

Riley Ranch has a number of
loop trails if you want a
longer hike.

Located O.B. Riley Road,
just off Hwy 97 about four
miles north of Bend.

The park has a day use fee of five dollars.

A great place to camp, fish,
kayak, have a picnic, and
hike along the river.