Sahalie / Koosah Falls, Oregon Weather
Viewpoint • Central Oregon
Sahalie and Koosah falls are a pair of waterfalls on the upper McKenzie River off Highway 126, about a mile below Clear Lake in the Willamette National Forest. Sahalie drops about 73 feet and Koosah, half a mile downstream, about 64 feet, and the Waterfalls Loop Trail links both viewpoints.
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Sahalie / Koosah Falls weather today and through the year
It's 43°F at Sahalie / Koosah Falls right now (feels like 37°F), with 9 mph wind and a comfort score of 47. Today's forecast high at Sahalie / Koosah Falls is 52°F, 6°F above the mid November normal of 46°F. No fog in the forecast for tomorrow at Sahalie / Koosah Falls. In November, 15% of morning hours here are foggy on average. The best window tomorrow is 8 AM to 11 AM, at about 45°F with a 4 mph wind (comfort 61).
July is the warmest month at Sahalie / Koosah Falls, with an average high of 80°F. December is the coldest, with an average low of 28°F. December is the wettest month (12.2 in.), out of about 74.0 in. a year. By typical temperature, wind, cloud, humidity, and precipitation odds, the most comfortable months at Sahalie / Koosah Falls are July, August, and September. The best hours are usually 10 AM to 1 PM in July, 10 AM to 1 PM in August, and 1 PM to 4 PM in September.
The falls are on the wet west slope of the Cascades, in the narrow upper McKenzie canyon below Clear Lake. Pacific storms that climb out of the Willamette Valley drop much of their moisture here before reaching the crest. The canyon gets heavy rain and snow every winter, several times what falls at Camp Sherman on the dry east side of Santiam Pass.
Forecast updated November 13, 2026 at 5:02 PM PST. Climate figures come from NOAA 1991-2020 normals. Hourly patterns come from NOAA's HRRR hourly analysis from May 2016 to May 2026.
What to expect at Sahalie / Koosah Falls in the next few days
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Fog
No fog in the forecast for tomorrow at Sahalie / Koosah Falls. In November, 15% of morning hours here are foggy on average.
Best time to go
The best window tomorrow is 8 AM to 11 AM, at about 45°F with a 4 mph wind (comfort 61).
Hiking conditions
Best hiking day this week: Saturday, with 2 daylight hours that are dry, 45 to 80°F, and under 18 mph wind. 0 of the next 7 days have at least 4 such hours.
Best day this week
Of the next 7 days, Saturday looks best for Sahalie / Koosah Falls, with a 47°F high and midday comfort near 51. Wednesday looks weakest (30).
This weekend
This weekend: Saturday 47°F/39°F with a 89% chance of rain, Sunday 45°F/38°F with a 99% chance of rain.
Rain
Next good chance of rain: today (100%, about 0.50 in.).
Freezing nights
3 of the next 7 nights are forecast to reach freezing or colder.
Live weather map
Weather around Sahalie / Koosah Falls right now
Light rain and 43° at Sahalie / Koosah Falls right now.
About the live weather map for Sahalie / Koosah Falls
The map centers on Sahalie / Koosah Falls and stacks wildfire smoke, satellite clouds, and precipitation radar on one view. Clouds come from the GOES-West satellite and rain from NOAA radar, and both show current conditions.
Dots mark nearby places with their current temperature, colored by comfort score. Use the layer buttons to turn any layer off, or open the full map for every destination in the region.
Nearby Temperature Comparison
Conditions at nearby Central Oregon destinations
Tip: Central Oregon temperatures can change by 20 to 30°F over a short distance because of microclimates.
Sahalie / Koosah Falls vs nearby places
Typical summer conditions compared with Sahalie / Koosah Falls, from the same NOAA HRRR hourly record. The list shows the closest places, then nearby places whose climate differs the most.
| Place | Distance | Summer afternoons | Morning fog | Afternoon wind | Compared with Sahalie / Koosah Falls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clear Lake / Santiam Area | 1.4 mi | same | 3% | 6 mph | a very similar climate |
| Tamolitch Blue Pool | 2.8 mi | same | 4% | 7 mph | a very similar climate |
| Big Lake / Hoodoo Area | 5.6 mi | -6°F | 9% | 9 mph | 1,837 ft higher and about 6°F cooler on summer afternoons |
| South Sister Summit | 20.3 mi | -21°F | 8% | 11 mph | 7,575 ft higher and about 21°F cooler on summer afternoons |
| Broken Top Summit | 23.5 mi | -18°F | 7% | 12 mph | 6,392 ft higher and about 18°F cooler on summer afternoons |
| Mount Jefferson | 24.7 mi | -23°F | 12% | 11 mph | 7,706 ft higher and about 23°F cooler on summer afternoons |
Places with a climate like Sahalie / Koosah Falls'
- Marion Forks (19 mi away): nearly the same temperatures every month
- Black Butte Summit (18 mi away): nearly the same temperatures every month
- Idanha (25 mi away): similar temperatures through the year
Climate Dashboard
Current conditions vs. NOAA normals and recent destination baseline
What the Sahalie / Koosah Falls climate comparisons mean
These cards compare recent conditions at Sahalie / Koosah Falls with the available local baseline. Temperature and year-to-date rainfall use long-term normals when available. Fog, sunshine, wind, and comfort use the matching recent or modeled baseline identified on each card.
Positive and negative differences describe how Sahalie / Koosah Falls departs from its own usual pattern. They should not be read as a direct comparison with another city or as a forecast beyond the period shown.
Sahalie / Koosah Falls weather by month
July is the warmest month at Sahalie / Koosah Falls, with an average high of 80°F. December is the coldest, with an average low of 28°F. December is the wettest month (12.2 in.), out of about 74.0 in. a year. Morning fog peaks in February, when fog or low cloud covers 24% of the hours from 6 to 10 AM. July has the clearest middays, with clouds covering about 5% of the sky from 11 AM to 3 PM.
By typical temperature, wind, cloud, humidity, and precipitation odds, the most comfortable months at Sahalie / Koosah Falls are July, August, and September. The best hours are usually 10 AM to 1 PM in July, 10 AM to 1 PM in August, and 1 PM to 4 PM in September.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Precip | Wet days | Morning fog | Midday cloud | Afternoon wind | Daylight | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 42°F | 28°F | 10.4 in | 19 | 18% | 32% | 5 mph | 9.2 h | 19 |
| Feb | 44°F | 28°F | 7.7 in | 17 | 24% | 37% | 6 mph | 10.4 h | 19 |
| Mar | 49°F | 30°F | 8.3 in | 17 | 20% | 38% | 6 mph | 11.8 h | 19 |
| Apr | 53°F | 33°F | 6.7 in | 15 | 16% | 34% | 6 mph | 13.5 h | 20 |
| May | 62°F | 38°F | 4.8 in | 13 | 10% | 29% | 6 mph | 14.8 h | 39 |
| Jun | 69°F | 43°F | 3.1 in | 11 | 5% | 17% | 6 mph | 15.5 h | 64 |
| Jul | 80°F | 47°F | 0.7 in | 5 | 1% | 5% | 6 mph | 15.2 h | 86 |
| Aug | 79°F | 47°F | 0.9 in | 6 | 2% | 5% | 6 mph | 14.0 h | 86 |
| Sep | 72°F | 42°F | 2.5 in | 9 | 7% | 13% | 6 mph | 12.4 h | 67 |
| Oct | 58°F | 36°F | 6.4 in | 15 | 9% | 23% | 6 mph | 10.8 h | 38 |
| Nov | 46°F | 31°F | 10.3 in | 19 | 15% | 30% | 5 mph | 9.5 h | 20 |
| Dec | 40°F | 28°F | 12.2 in | 21 | 22% | 35% | 5 mph | 8.9 h | 17 |
Morning fog is the share of hours from 6 to 10 AM with fog or low cloud. Midday cloud is the average from 11 AM to 3 PM, and afternoon wind is the average from 1 to 5 PM. The highlighted rows are the most comfortable months.
What makes Sahalie / Koosah Falls' weather different
Among the 24 Central Oregon viewpoints we track, Sahalie / Koosah Falls has the calmest summer afternoons and the mildest winter nights.
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calmest summer afternoonsamong Central Oregon viewpoints
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mildest winter nightsamong Central Oregon viewpoints
When the fog burns off
28%of 7 AM hours foggy in February
Fog or low cloud covers Sahalie / Koosah Falls in 28% of 7 AM hours in February, the foggiest month. It thins slowly and often lasts into the early afternoon. July mornings are the least foggy (1%).
Wind
6 mphtypical afternoon wind, with no strong daily build-up
Sahalie / Koosah Falls has no strong afternoon wind build-up. Afternoons average about 6 mph year-round, and June is the windiest month, with hourly averages near 7 mph.
Freezing hours
13 hbelow freezing on a typical February night
In February, the average stays at or below freezing for 13 hours of the night and morning.
Elevation
−6°Fsummer afternoons at Big Lake / Hoodoo Area, 1,837 ft up
Big Lake / Hoodoo Area sits 1,837 ft higher, 5.6 miles away. Its summer highs average 6°F cooler and its winter lows 3°F colder than Sahalie / Koosah Falls.
Daylight
8.9–15.5 hof daylight, Dec to Jun
Days at Sahalie / Koosah Falls range from about 8.9 hours in December to 15.5 hours in June. In mid-June the sun sets around 8:53 PM, and in mid-December around 4:35 PM.
Wildfire smoke
11 daysof smoky air per fire season (about AQI 75+)
NOAA's HRRR-Smoke model gives the area around Sahalie / Koosah Falls an average of 11 smoky days a fire season from 2021 to 2025. On each of those days, smoke held the air quality index at about 75 or higher for at least three hours. About 27 more days a season had lighter smoke.
Snow
91 inof snow per winter (HRRR estimate)
NOAA's HRRR model puts Sahalie / Koosah Falls at about 91 inches of snow a winter, falling on about 39 days. That is the average of the 2023-24, 2024-25 and 2025-26 winters.
Seasons at Sahalie / Koosah Falls
- Warm seasonJun 25 – Sep 25 · highs 70°F+
The warm season lasts about 3.1 months, from Jun 25 to Sep 25, when the average high is 70°F or warmer. Highs peak around Jul 8 at about 80°F.
- Cool seasonNov 26 – Feb 24 · highs 45°F or lower
The cool season runs from Nov 26 to Feb 24, when the average high is 45°F or lower. The coldest nights come around Dec 8, with an average low near 28°F.
- Freezing nightsNov 6 – Apr 4 · lows 32°F or colder
Average lows at Sahalie / Koosah Falls are at or below freezing from Nov 6 to Apr 4.
- Wet seasonOct 11 – May 5 · 82% of the year's precipitation
The wet season runs from Oct 11 to May 5, when a day has at least a 45% chance of measurable precipitation. That stretch brings 82% of the year's precipitation.
The dark line marks today. Season dates come from the smoothed daily NOAA 1991-2020 normals. Counting from Oct. 1, a typical year has its first inch of precipitation by Oct 5 and half of its annual total by Jan 25.
Days per year and extremes (Nov 1, 2024 to Oct 31, 2026)
This record runs from Nov 1, 2024 to Oct 31, 2026. Over this record, Sahalie / Koosah Falls averaged 3 days a year at 90°F or hotter and 92 nights a year at or below freezing. It averaged 29 days a year with at least half an inch of precipitation and 0 afternoons with wind of 20 mph or more at 2 PM. About 54 mornings a year had 3 or more hours of fog or low cloud.
In the same record, the hottest day was Aug 11, 2025 (94°F) and the coldest night was Feb 11, 2025 (5°F). The wettest day was Dec 18, 2025 (4.95 in.), and the strongest 2 PM gust was 44 mph on Feb 24, 2025.
- 3days at 90°F or hotter
- 92nights at or below freezing
- 29days with ½ in. of precipitation or more
- 0afternoons with 20+ mph wind
- 54mornings with 3+ hours of fog or low cloud
- Hottest day94°FAug 11, 2025
- Coldest night5°FFeb 11, 2025
- Wettest day4.95 inDec 18, 2025
- Strongest 2 PM gust44 mphFeb 24, 2025
What shapes Sahalie / Koosah Falls' weather
Sahalie and Koosah falls are a product of lava. Two thick lava flows ended here about 3,000 years ago, and the river now pours over their edges. The McKenzie starts at the springs feeding Clear Lake just upstream, so the river keeps flowing through the dry summer. The falls are worth seeing in August as well as in the wet months.
Down in the canyon, old-growth forest keeps the trail shaded and the air damp. Spray from the falls soaks the viewpoints and the rock steps nearby, and on cold mornings that spray freezes onto railings and stairs. The canyon is sheltered, and wind stays light most of the year.
Like Clear Lake, the falls sit near the elevation where winter storms switch between rain and snow. Winter storms can leave snow on the trail one week and wash it away with rain the next. When snow does stick, the parking lots are not plowed and the trail is unmarked, so a winter visit takes snowshoes and route-finding.
Tips for visiting Sahalie / Koosah Falls
Park in the lots, never on the highway
Sahalie's lot is about half a mile north of the Koosah turnoff on Highway 126. Parking on the highway shoulder is not allowed.
Walk the loop on both banks
The Waterfalls Loop Trail runs along the east side of the river and the McKenzie River Trail along the west. Together they make a loop past both falls.
Bikes walk between the falls
Cyclists on the McKenzie River Trail must dismount and walk between the Koosah and Sahalie viewpoints.
Bring water
The falls have vault toilets and picnic tables but no drinking water. Ice Cap Campground nearby has drinking water.
Winter visits need snowshoes
There is no official winter access. The lots are not maintained for snow and ice, and the snow-covered trail is unmarked and hard to follow.
Sahalie / Koosah Falls through the seasons
- Spring (March–May)
- Spring is wet, with snow lingering into April in cold years. Spray and runoff keep the trail muddy and the steps slick.
- Summer (June–August)
- Summer is dry, warm and busy, and the shaded canyon is a relief on hot days. The spring-fed river keeps the falls running.
- Fall (September–November)
- Fall is quieter, with clear early-fall days before the rain returns in October. Wet leaves make the trail slippery.
- Winter (December–February)
- Rain and snow trade off. The site is day use only, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., and the lots aren't plowed.
Activities and the weather that matters
- Waterfall viewing: The falls are worth a visit year-round. Overcast days give softer light for photos, and cold mornings can glaze the viewpoints with ice from spray.
- Hiking the Waterfalls Loop: Shaded old-growth forest keeps it cool in summer. Snow can cover the route in winter.
- Mountain biking the McKenzie River Trail: The trail is a summer and fall ride when it is dry. Walk bikes between the two falls.
Official sources and current conditions
- Willamette National Forest: Sahalie and Koosah Falls
- Willamette National Forest: Waterfalls Loop Trail #3503
- ODOT TripCheck road conditions
Numbers on this page come from NOAA data. The text draws on the official sources linked above.
Historical Climate Data
Long-term weather patterns and climate data
Data sources: Recent temperature, precipitation, fog, cloud, wind, humidity, and sunshine come from NOAA HRRR, and long-term baselines from NOAA 1991-2020 climate normals.
Climate Overview
Based on NOAA 30-year temperature/rain normals (1991-2020) with recent fog/sun baseline
🌟 Best Months to Visit
⚠️ Challenging Months
Monthly Breakdown
| Month | Comfort | High/Low | ☀️ Sun | 🌫️ Fog | 💧 Rain | Perfect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 2024 | 44 | 42.8° / 30.8° | 3.3h | 7d | 9.32" | 4 |
| December 2024 | 44 | 42.2° / 31° | 3.3h | 7d | 11" | 1 |
| January 2025 | 57 | 42.7° / 28.1° | 5.5h | 4d | 5.07" | 5 |
| February 2025 | 49 | 39.7° / 25.3° | 4.1h | 5d | 7.07" | 3 |
| March 2025 | 55 | 45.6° / 31.9° | 5.4h | 8d | 9.1" | 9 |
| April 2025 | 80 | 54.2° / 34.3° | 9.6h | 3d | 1.53" | 19 |
| May 2025 | 80 | 60° / 39.6° | 9.5h | 5d | 1.23" | 21 |
| June 2025 | 94 | 70.9° / 45.1° | 12h | 0d | 0.53" | 27 |
| July 2025 | 97 | 78.9° / 52° | 12.5h | 0d | 0.01" | 31 |
| August 2025 | 95 | 80.1° / 53.7° | 11.2h | 1d | 0.13" | 30 |
| September 2025 | 88 | 74.9° / 49.6° | 8.9h | 2d | 1.3" | 24 |
| October 2025 | 71 | 54.8° / 37.9° | 6.5h | 2d | 3.97" | 18 |
| November 2025 | 62 | 50.6° / 37.3° | 4.8h | 3d | 3.42" | 7 |
| December 2025 | 45 | 45.1° / 35.3° | 2.9h | 8d | 14.71" | 2 |
| January 2026 | 64 | 45.8° / 32.5° | 5.5h | 3d | 2.72" | 7 |
| February 2026 | 59 | 46.1° / 31.6° | 5.3h | 5d | 5.29" | 7 |
| March 2026 | 65 | 50.7° / 35.5° | 6.4h | 7d | 5.24" | 13 |
| April 2026 | 74 | 53.6° / 35.4° | 8.6h | 7d | 3.65" | 18 |
| May 2026 | 88 | 63.8° / 41.2° | 11h | 2d | 1.95" | 26 |
| June 2026 | 88 | 67.6° / 45.5° | 10.4h | 3d | 1.79" | 23 |
| July 2026 | 98 | 76.9° / 50.4° | 12.3h | 0d | 0.33" | 31 |
| August 2026 | 96 | 79.4° / 50.6° | 11.6h | 0d | 0.02" | 31 |
| September 2026 | 88 | 65.4° / 44° | 8.4h | 1d | 1.81" | 23 |
| October 2026 | 81 | 62.4° / 40.3° | 7.4h | 2d | 1.42" | 20 |
Climate Trends
Average Temperature by Month
About the Sahalie / Koosah Falls climate charts
The temperature chart compares average monthly highs and lows at Sahalie / Koosah Falls, showing both the seasonal cycle and the typical day-to-night range. The comfort chart summarizes how often the combined weather pattern is favorable rather than judging temperature alone.
Precipitation shows the total recorded or modeled rainfall for each month at Sahalie / Koosah Falls. Sunshine compares average bright-sky hours with the daylight available, while fog shows the average number of morning fog or low-cloud hours per day. Switch between the chart tabs to compare the same months across each measure.
Snow Depth by Season
0″ on the ground as of Nov 13, compared with an average of 0.2″ on that date.
Now
0″
Typical peak
27″
Deepest
58″
2007–08
About this chart and each season's peak
Each gray line is one winter at Sahalie / Koosah Falls (2,844 ft), from August through July. The dashed line is the average for each date, and the blue line is this season. Depths come from NOAA's daily SNODAS snow analysis, adjusted for the elevation of this spot, and are updated through Nov 13, 2026.
| Season | Peak depth | Peak date | Days with 1″+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025–26 | 7.2″ | Jan 9 | 23 |
| 2024–25 | 20″ | Mar 18 | 120 |
| 2023–24 | 37″ | Jan 14 | 81 |
| 2022–23 | 50″ | Apr 4 | 172 |
| 2021–22 | 41″ | Jan 5 | 116 |
| 2020–21 | 19″ | Feb 27 | 97 |
| 2019–20 | 24″ | Jan 18 | 98 |
| 2018–19 | 36″ | Feb 26 | 86 |
| 2017–18 | 41″ | Feb 26 | 108 |
| 2016–17 | 51″ | Mar 7 | 126 |
| 2015–16 | 57″ | Dec 24 | 99 |
| 2014–15 | 14″ | Dec 30 | 33 |
| 2013–14 | 27″ | Feb 9 | 58 |
| 2012–13 | 37″ | Jan 30 | 103 |
| 2011–12 | 23″ | Jan 18 | 64 |
| 2010–11 | 23″ | Nov 23 | 124 |
| 2009–10 | 8.8″ | Dec 23 | 27 |
| 2008–09 | 45″ | Dec 23 | 126 |
| 2007–08 | 58″ | Feb 2 | 148 |
| 2006–07 | 17″ | Mar 2 | 56 |
| 2005–06 | 9″ | Dec 4 | 45 |
| 2004–05 | 8.2″ | Jan 16 | 50 |
| 2003–04 | 44″ | Jan 7 | 146 |
Hourly Temperature, Wind, and Cloud Cover Patterns
Average local hour by month from 2016-05-01 to 2026-05-01
- Temperature: At Sahalie / Koosah Falls, the warmest typical hour is 4 PM in August (79°F). The coldest is 7 AM in February (29°F).
- Wind: Sahalie / Koosah Falls has no strong afternoon wind build-up. Afternoons average about 6 mph year-round, and June is the windiest month, with hourly averages near 7 mph.
- Cloud Cover: July middays are the clearest at Sahalie / Koosah Falls (5% average cloud cover), and March middays are the cloudiest (38%).
How to read the hourly heatmaps for Sahalie / Koosah Falls
This heatmap shows how average temperature at Sahalie / Koosah Falls changes by hour and month. Read left to right for the seasons and top to bottom for the time of day. Warmer colors mark the usual afternoon peaks, and cooler colors show overnight and winter lows.
This heatmap shows the typical hourly wind pattern at Sahalie / Koosah Falls through the year. It makes recurring afternoon wind, calmer overnight periods, and seasonal changes easier to compare than a single daily wind value.
This heatmap shows average cloud cover at Sahalie / Koosah Falls for every month and hour. Use it to see whether cloudiness is mainly an overnight and morning pattern or commonly persists during the part of the day you plan to visit.
Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage. The red marker shows the current month and hour.
How recent months compared at Sahalie / Koosah Falls
- October 2026 recap: October 2026 at Sahalie / Koosah Falls averaged a high of 62°F, 8°F warmer than October 2025 (55°F).
Location Details
Sahalie / Koosah Falls weather questions
Everything you need to know about weather and visiting Sahalie / Koosah Falls
What is the weather like at Sahalie / Koosah Falls today?
It's 43°F at Sahalie / Koosah Falls right now, with a comfort score of 47 (moderate). Today's forecast high at Sahalie / Koosah Falls is 52°F, 6°F above the mid November normal of 46°F. The best window tomorrow is 8 AM to 11 AM, at about 45°F with a 4 mph wind (comfort 61).
What is the best month to visit Sahalie / Koosah Falls?
By typical temperature, wind, cloud, humidity, and precipitation odds, the most comfortable months at Sahalie / Koosah Falls are July, August, and September. The best hours are usually 10 AM to 1 PM in July, 10 AM to 1 PM in August, and 1 PM to 4 PM in September. The warm season lasts about 3.1 months, from Jun 25 to Sep 25, when the average high is 70°F or warmer. Highs peak around Jul 8 at about 80°F.
What are the warmest and coldest months at Sahalie / Koosah Falls?
July is the warmest month at Sahalie / Koosah Falls, with an average high of 80°F. December is the coldest, with an average low of 28°F. Average lows at Sahalie / Koosah Falls are at or below freezing from Nov 6 to Apr 4.
When does the fog burn off at Sahalie / Koosah Falls?
Fog or low cloud covers Sahalie / Koosah Falls in 28% of 7 AM hours in February, the foggiest month. It thins slowly and often lasts into the early afternoon. July mornings are the least foggy (1%).
Does it snow at Sahalie / Koosah Falls?
Yes, regularly through the winter. NOAA's HRRR model puts Sahalie / Koosah Falls at about 91 inches of snow a winter, falling on about 39 days. That is the average of the 2023-24, 2024-25 and 2025-26 winters.
How much rain and snow does Sahalie / Koosah Falls get?
December is the wettest month (12.2 in.), out of about 74.0 in. a year. The wet season runs from Oct 11 to May 5, when a day has at least a 45% chance of measurable precipitation. That stretch brings 82% of the year's precipitation.
How does Sahalie / Koosah Falls weather compare with Big Lake / Hoodoo Area?
Big Lake / Hoodoo Area sits 1,837 ft higher, 5.6 miles away. Its summer highs average 6°F cooler and its winter lows 3°F colder than Sahalie / Koosah Falls.
How smoky does Sahalie / Koosah Falls get in fire season?
NOAA's HRRR-Smoke model gives the area around Sahalie / Koosah Falls an average of 11 smoky days a fire season from 2021 to 2025. On each of those days, smoke held the air quality index at about 75 or higher for at least three hours. About 27 more days a season had lighter smoke.
Is there a fee at Sahalie and Koosah falls?
No fee is required. The site is day use only, open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., with vault toilets, picnic tables and interpretive panels on the area's geology.
How tall is Sahalie Falls?
Sahalie Falls drops about 73 feet in a single plunge, about a mile downstream of the McKenzie River's source at Clear Lake. A short trail leads from the parking lot to a railed viewpoint at the top of the falls.
How far is Koosah Falls from Sahalie Falls?
Koosah Falls is about half a mile downstream of Sahalie Falls, to the south, and drops about 64 feet.
What kind of place is Sahalie / Koosah Falls?
Sahalie and Koosah falls are a pair of waterfalls on the upper McKenzie River off Highway 126, about a mile below Clear Lake in the Willamette National Forest. Sahalie drops about 73 feet and Koosah, half a mile downstream, about 64 feet, and the Waterfalls Loop Trail links both viewpoints.
What is Sahalie / Koosah Falls weather like in November?
November at Sahalie / Koosah Falls averages a high of 46°F and a low of 31°F, with 10.3 in. of precipitation over about 19 wet days. About 15% of morning hours are foggy. Afternoon wind averages 5 mph.
More about Sahalie / Koosah Falls weather
Guides that explain the weather here and nearby
Data sources and methods
- Monthly temperatures and precipitation: NOAA 1991-2020 normals.
- Fog, cloud, wind, sun, and comfort by hour and month: NOAA's HRRR hourly analysis from May 2016 to May 2026.
- Daily records and recent months: NOAA HRRR analyses, including its hourly precipitation.
- Nearby comparisons and regional rankings use the same hourly HRRR summaries for every destination in the region.
- Alerts: National Weather Service.
- All statements on this page are computed from these datasets, apart from the “What shapes the weather” guide, which cites its sources inline.
- Willamette National Forest, Sahalie and Koosah Falls (accessed 2026-10-29)
- Willamette National Forest, Waterfalls Loop Trail #3503 (accessed 2026-10-29)
- Wikipedia, Sahalie Falls (accessed 2026-10-29)
- Wikipedia, Koosah Falls (accessed 2026-10-29)
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