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Rainbow Falls Trailhead

Current Conditions
For current conditions, please contact the local ranger station. Forest Service roads are not maintained for snow and ice.

This trailhead provides access to:

See Trail page for more information.

General Information

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

Within developed recreation sites, dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet, or otherwise under physical restrictive control. 36 CFR 261.16(j)

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Address: 57600 McKenzie Highway McKenzie Bridge, OR 97413
Phone: (541) 822-3381
Hours: Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: sm.fs.mf@usda.gov

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 44.13469444

Longitude: -122.02491667

Directions

From McKenzie Bridge, OR, drive east on Highway 126 for 3 miles to Forest Road 2643 (Foley Ridge Road). Follow Forest Road 2643 uphill for 8 miles to Rainbow Falls Trailhead at a pullout on the right (south) side of the road.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Nearby Trails

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated June 24, 2026