Sherars Falls
Members of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs still net migrating salmon in the traditional way at this cataract on the Deschutes River.

šŸ“œ A significant cataract on the Deschutes River, Sherars Falls is a site where the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs practice traditional salmon netting.
šŸ” Its turbulent waters necessitate a mandatory portage for whitewater craft.

Why Go

šŸŒŠ Witness traditional salmon netting by the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs.
šŸžļø Experience a powerful natural waterfall and turbulent river.
šŸŽ£ Fishing permits are available for non-members.

Why Avoid

āš ļø Mandatory portage for whitewater craft.

šŸ…æļø Parking

Access the west bank via Oregon State Route 216, crossing Sherars Bridge.
The east side is reached from the Deschutes River Access Road, off SR 216.

Last updated 28 days ago

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