McKenzie River (Paradise)

Swimming hole · near McKenzie Bridge (E of Eugene)
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⚖️ Public swim spot Swimsuits 💧 Clear river pools 🗓️ Jun to Sep ☀︎ First-timer friendly

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Clear Cascade river pools along the upper McKenzie near Paradise/Belknap, with free forest-road access points.

☀︎ First-timer tip: The McKenzie is a ribbon of astonishing clarity — pull off at the quieter pools upstream of the crowds. Cold year-round.

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