Paulina Creek spills from a caldera lake high in the Newberry National Volcanic Monument, tumbles down the volcano's slopes in a series of waterfalls, and meanders across the high desert.  The 8.5-mile trail tracing the stream is a bit long for a day hike, so most hikers focus on shorter segments -- either exploring the spectacular summer viewpoints up a Paulina Falls, or strolling along the lower creek where trails are usually snow-free even in winter.   . . .

Other Options

Perhaps the best shuttle option for this hike is . . .

This chapter is an excerpt from 100 Hikes: Eastern Oregon