Tumalo Creek
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Tumalo Creek is a large Alpine stream in Central Oregon. Leading out of the Cascade Mountains into the Deschutes River, it crosses several beautiful waterfalls, including the 97-foot Tumalo Falls, and travels through many meadows and canyons. It is home to several species of trout, including the threatened Redband. Despite icy temperatures, the creek has an occasional swimming hole. It is the primary drinking water source for the town of Bend, Oregon. The lower reaches of the creek are often emptied for irrigation.