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Proxy Falls Trail #3532

Beginning at Proxy Falls Trailhead, Proxy Falls Trail #3532 starts by heading west and immediately entering the Three Sisters Wilderness. The trail continues south over an old lava flow, then entering a mixed conifer forest. This loop trail meets 2 trail junctions before ending back at the Proxy Falls Trailhead. The trail at the western junction follows a short ridge to a viewpoint of Lower Proxy Falls. The trail at the eastern junction follows a creek bed uphill to the Upper Proxy Falls.

Current Conditions
Access is dependent on McKenzie Highway (OR Hwy 242), which is closed in the winter. Check tripcheck.com for conditions.

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

#3532

General Information

Travel loop as signed to help minimize trail congestion.

Picnic table at trailhead.

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There are two types of entry permits required between June 15 and October 15 for entering the Three Sisters Wilderness from the Proxy Falls Trailhead.

  • Overnight Use
  • Day Use
    • Free, self-issue Wilderness Permit (available at the trailhead) between June 15 and October 15.

Check out Recreation.gov for more information or call 1-877-444-6777.
A valid Recreation Pass is required at Proxy Falls Trailhead

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Getting There

Trailhead/Starting Points

Directions

From McKenzie Bridge, OR, travel east on Highway 126 to Highway 242. Travel east on Highway 242 for 9 miles to Proxy Falls Trailhead.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated June 6, 2025