Tamolitch Falls (Blue Pool)

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"A basin called the Blue Pool in the Willamette National Forest, Oregon, ringed by cliffs 10 to 60 feet high and fed by an underground spring plus waterfalls that are most pronounced in autumn. People love to take a quick dip despite the cold average water temperature of about 37 degrees. The word "Tamolitch" itself is derived from the Chinook word for "bucket." - Talia Avakian Talia Avakian Talia Avakian is a lifestyle reporter based in Los Angeles with a love for outdoor excursions, off-the-beaten-path local finds, remote and historic hotels, and innovations in food. She was previously the digital news reporter for Travel + Leisure. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines