Upper Chush Falls, Cascade Range waterfall near Sisters, Oregon
Upper Chush Falls is a waterfall in the Deschutes National Forest near Sisters, Oregon, where water tumbles down multiple cascades along Whychus Creek. The falls create a series of white water drops that cut through the surrounding forest landscape.
The falls received their current name in 2005 through a formal decision by geographic authorities. This naming change reflected a shift in how the location was officially recognized and documented.
The name Chush comes from Sahaptin indigenous language, meaning water, reflecting the Native American heritage of this natural formation.
Visitors need a Northwest Forest Pass to park at the trailhead for access to this location. The hike follows the creek with moderate difficulty throughout.
The waterfall maintains an average flow of 40 cubic feet per second, with the primary cascade dropping 130 feet over a single cliff face.
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