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.

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