Little Deschutes River

Oregon

Deschutes National Forest
1645 Highway 20 East
Post Office Box 6010
Bend, Oregon 97701

Designated Reach: October 28, 1988. From its source in the northwest 1/4 of Section 15, T26S, R6E, to the north section line of Section 12, T26S, R7E.

Classification/Mileage: Recreational — 12.0 miles; Total — 12.0 miles.

The Little Deschutes River offers outstandingly remarkable geology, scenery and vegetation values. It flows through a classic glacial canyon with moraines and an outwash plain. The interaction of present-day erosional processes with the pumice and ash deposited during Mt. Mazama's eruption 6,800 years ago provides an opportunity for geomorphic study. The river is also noted for its scenic variety and vegetative character.