Sahalie and Koosah Falls: Willamette National Forest

“Just let go – and fall like a little waterfall.” – Bob Ross *Originally hiked: May 18, 2024 I had to find out the meanings of these two waterfall names.  Sahalie is “Heaven” and Koosah is “Sky”; they are considered Chinook Jargon words. Location Mileage Elevation Gain Type Willamette National Forest 2.59 miles 459.3 feetContinue reading “Sahalie and Koosah Falls: Willamette National Forest”

Chush Falls & The Cascades: Sisters, OR

“Life is like a waterfall.  It is always flowing and there is always an uneven flow to it.” *Originally hiked: May 17, 2024 Location Mileage Elevation Gain Type Deschutes County 5.37 miles  702 feet Out-and-Back I was surprised this trail didn’t have more people on it; but I guess it still was May after all;Continue reading “Chush Falls & The Cascades: Sisters, OR”

Misery Ridge Trail Loop: Smith Rock State Park

misery on the trail can bring happiness especially outside, remember why you’re out there. *Originally hiked: February 13, 2022 Webcams Maps, Books and Gear Recommendations Garmin inReach Mini2 – even though this park has service, it is still good to have a satellite communicator in case of emergency. Climber’s Map of Smith Rock State ParkContinue reading “Misery Ridge Trail Loop: Smith Rock State Park”