Recreation Region: Newberry National Volcanic Monument - Deschutes NF

Paulina Falls Day Use Area

Located in a thicket of majestic conifer species, Paulina Creek Falls is located just west of Paulina Lake outside of the Newberry Caldera. This double falls drops 80 feet over volcanic cliffs onto a jumble of rocks below.

There is an accessible trail to picnic sites and a stunning overlook of the falls.

Trailhead provides access to Paulina Falls Trail.

General Information

Day use only; no overnight camping allowed

Recreation Fee Site: A recreation pass is required. Please check here for more information about recreation passes. Acceptable passes include:

Northwest Forest Passes (Oregon & Washington)
- National Forest Day Pass ($5)
- Annual Pass ($30)
Interagency Passes
- 4th Grade Interagency Pass (free for current fourth graders)
- Interagency Annual Pass ($80)
- Interagency Senior Lifetime Pass ($80)
- Interagency Annual Senior Pass ($20)
- Interagency Access Pass (free)
- Interagency Annual Military Pass (free)

Passes can be purchased at a local Forest Service office or through a vendor.

This location is operated by concessionaire.

Day Use:
$5 per vehicle per day
$30 per annual

Recreation Fee Site: A recreation pass is required. The recreation fee is $5 per vehicle per day or may be covered by a recreation pass. Passes can be purchased at a local Forest Service office or through a vendor. This location is operated by concessionaire.