We recently took a short drive west from Bend to visit Dillon Falls. Splashes of color border the river near the falls.
Temperatures were cool and we didn’t see anyone else on this early morning trek.
The short trail to the falls is lined with manzanita shrubs – one of my favorites! They have so much character.
Tangled Ponderosa pine branches also caught my attention.
The Deschutes River winds its way through colorful foliage and cascades through lava rocks. Newberry National Volcanic Monument is located just east of the falls. The Lava Lands Visitor Center (opened seasonally) gives visitors all kinds of info about this region.
We visited Dillon Falls as a treat for my birthday. Here’s a short video taken from the top of the falls and panning to the south. It’s a peaceful spot to see some of our local wonders.
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Happy Belated Birthday, Siobhan. Love your birthday excursion and being able to hear the falls is delightful. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks, Suzy! 😁
Beautiful images
Thanks, Kristie!
What a perfect birthday celebration Siobhan! Your images are beautiful as is the natural beauty of the location. We visited much of the Deschutes on our two visits to Bend but I don't think the falls was on the agenda. Something to look forward to for next time!
Thanks! There are three waterfalls in a row there so it's a worthwhile place to visit in the future.
Lovely landscapes.
Yes, it's a pretty spot. Glad we had it to ourselves.
What a lovely birthday treat! Looks a beautiful piece of nature, and surely the best way of celebrating is a visit in the great outdors!
Yes, it was. I find I treasure experiences more and more the older I get. 😁
And I agree. More worth than things and parcels.
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My comment disappeared! Once again – I think experiences are better than parcels and things.
Beautiful photos! I so enjoy the video. What a treat!!
Thank you so much, Siobhan!
Thanks! Glad you liked my little video.
Happy birthday. What a wonderful place to visit! The branches look as if they're balancing on just few points, which made me smile and the waterfall and rushing water video is lovely. My sort of spot.
janet
Thank you! Yes, it was a great birthday present to visit a place like that. 🙂
Wow. Beautiful photos!
Thanks, John!
Your Ponderosa Pine branches appeared to be an intriguing abstract painting when I first looked at it; I had to blink several times to get it to turn into a photo...
Yes, I see things like that too! 😁