How to Not Die at Blue Pool (Tamolitch) Oregon

This video explores the beautiful Blue Pool or Tamolitch, and tells us of the dangers this seemingly easy destination has. The photogenic beauty and easy hike make this a very popular destination. Some visitors get into trouble and cause many rescues to be done here each year.
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[@butcherknife59knife46]

I swam at the pool 3 years ago and it is s cold but it was the 4th of July and I would do it again. Fun with family 2 mile hike so worth it. Be safe. Hike in and no diving. It is so worth it !!

[@robertshoemaker6204]

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[@tylerx293]

The prep list is awesome! Having the things you need and not using them is so much better than not having them and needing them desperately!

[@yardfowl3149]

there is an old saying that I tend to live by: It's better to have it (any object) and not need it, then it is to need it and not have it.

[@Afterburner]

There is an old saying in my business: "Security is too much, until it is not enough..." - I'd say that the same applies to bringing the right gear along to cover most contingencies out in the woods ;>) Ignore the naysayers... the graveyards are full of their kind...

[@headspacehiker]

Never heard of the place but this is like a PSA for hiking anywhere and especially for those who seldom do it. Thanks!

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you. It is. PSA inspired by all the rescues here lately.

[@jacko4483]

The temperature was probably similar when a high school friend and I decided to jump into a beautiful pool below a culvert under the road in Breckenridge, Colorado. This was mid May when the spring snow run off was getting underway. Me, a scrawny 6' and 145 lbs. probably left scratch marks in the rocks clawing my way out, and my overweight friend swam around like a polar bear!! It probably took two hours for a certain part of my male anatomy to come out of hiding after that!!!

[@MattCookOregon]

Then you have some people doing the polar plunges that seek this kind of water.

[@scotttaxdal5297]

I have passed by the turnoff countless times when I was a truck driver. I always wanted to stop and see it. Thanks for all the advice, now I'll be prepared for the hike.

[@MattCookOregon]

Thanks Scott. It is a popular one for our state. Easy hike and all that but people get into trouble anyways.

[@ZeroPointZap]

I just stuck my foot in there and was immediately in pain. Great job explaining this as most ppl I asked there had NO IDEA it was part of the Blue River... I looked it up later as I had been there before to see waterfalls and was very confused.

[@MattCookOregon]

Thanks ZP. I was motivated when newspapers were reporting of 10 accidents in a single summer there.

[@CBlargh]

I've done full immersion in water probably only slightly warmer, and it's the oddest sensation. It feels like your life is being pulled out of you. I didn't stay more than a second.

[@OptimisticProminence]

I've been in the Blue Pool. It is so much colder than I could have imagined, but it was also very refreshing on the long mountain bike ride all the way down the MRT. Thanks for sharing!

[@MattCookOregon]

Thanks for checking this out. Biking the McKenzie trail would make a great video! My mtn bike has been broken for a year now.

[@OptimisticProminence]

@@MattCookOregon It was probably one of my all time favorite mountain bike rides! And would definitely make a great video. I would have to fix mine up too if I wanted to make any biking videos though, I've been focused on adventuring on foot and skis lately. Looks like it would easily fit well into your content though!

[@Nwladylaura369]

Well that was uplifting- not! Didn’t watch the whole video. 🥱

[@denniscrane9753]

@@Nwladylaura369 🤔

[@American-Dragon]

@@Nwladylaura369 I liked it to the end

[@OverlandPNW]

I've ridden by Blue Pool on my mountain bike while doing the Mackenzie River Trail. I think they have re-routed the mountain bike trail now. There were a lot of people cliff jumping and having fun. It really is a beautiful pool and as you point out, a popular destination. Great detailed video.

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you. Yep actually most of this was filmed on the first day of that new mtn bike trail. Usually I would get a shot of that, but I had a different focus in this video than my usual.

[@MontysnMotion]

This is such a beautiful pool, we love Oregon! So many treasures here

[@MattCookOregon]

For sure. The beauty makes many forget about their safety. That is why I took a different direction with the information.

[@avalon1108]

My son recently moved from Portland to The Dalles. He just loves that area of OR.

[@eotheewakan879]

Just found your channel about this amazing and dangerous place I’ve never heard of before.You’re really informative,thoughtful,compassionate and positive! I really appreciate your content Mr.Matt Cook!!

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you very much! Hope you enjoy some more of the videos.

[@antonioloredo8800]

Amazing place, thanks for the information about safety. It's good for people who does not really knows anything. Great video Matt.

[@MattCookOregon]

Thanks Antonio! I am trying to be more responsible with media. Hope this helps someone.

[@ambrr_lily]

Agreed. We can all make decisions based on our own experience levels, but none of the suggestions were unreasonable. One thing I'm grateful for, is seeing the trail and cliffs! I would have brought my dogs, but my puppy could def get into trouble. Blindly heading down the trail would have been a very stressful mistake.

[@deepgardening]

The stats of how long the average adult can survive in 40 degree water are impressive for their brevity. Because the pool is not a normal part of a river the rocks are very rough and some are rather loose. When the valley is 98, the mountain streams and lakes are wonderful, just have a bit of sense. I once dove into a narrow rock trough carrying glacial melt in Glacier Park. I was SO hot and sweaty from the hike up with full pack... I swear I came out faster than I went in, like a spawning salmon jumping up a waterfall: I have no idea how I did it.

[@MattCookOregon]

One of my favorite dips is the pool halfway up South Sister. Feels so great on a hot day with lots of climbing/hiking.

[@OregonFamilyAdventures]

Such a beautiful place! I hope to finally go there this summer. This video is really informative & helpful. Thanks!

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you. I am very surprised you haven't been.

[@Oregontrailblazin]

Matt And Family~~~ Your the best ever !! ~~~Thanks again for taking us somewhere that my Hubby would have a hard time getting into and myself. Cannot wait for the next one ..!

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you so much! I don't even know whats next. Painted hills maybe.

[@Oregontrailblazin]

@@MattCookOregon I WANT TO GO!! AGAIN !! I will be the camp cook !! Call me !

[@blueelephantthailandtours8860]

Amazing Blue Pool, you have made a great filmed for us, thank you so much.

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you Blue Elephant!

[@robbergstrom943]

Stunning spot. Quite the juxtaposition, the dialog of extreme danger with the incredible shots you captured.

[@MattCookOregon]

Thanks Rob. I really did like playing into that contrast of beauty and danger.

[@OregonMikeH]

That was Beautiful Matt, many people are coming to this Ch., more often and in higher numbers then ever. Your Ch. continues to not only be experiencing rocket growth but is being recognized and recommended by several sources of Oregon wilderness Authority's. Your work consistently offers a grand source of Authoritative Info on exploring Oregon"s Wilderness and hidden Jewels! To have included such concise safety information along with the disclosure of Blue Pool was a responsible and excellent service to your viewers, not for just B.P. but correct gear advice for many day hikes. Well done and Professional as Always Pal, a real joy to have watched. Thanks very much! ... Mike.

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you Oregon Mike. Your support and good vibes are a big help. Who knows maybe this video saves a life. The educational aspect is growing with each video. Peace and love.

[@OregonMikeH]

@@MattCookOregon Outstanding Matt, Right back at Ya!

[@JenniferLupine]

Hi Matt! Great video- beautiful! Thanks for the history and warnings! Very interesting how this pool was formed and how the water stays so cold! 👍👍👍🌲🌲🌲

[@MattCookOregon]

Thanks Jennifer! I keep hearing about rescues here and wanted to help.

[@JenniferLupine]

@@MattCookOregon I’m sure your video will help get the word out! Excellent explanation of the 10 essentials and why they are needed. Its so important to have them, either to help yourself, or someone else! 👍👍👍

[@pamelagonzalez9567]

What a beautiful place... I can see why people get hurt or even die looks really slippery and steep that one for sure be one of my favorite places!!!! Great video Matt... you did an awesome job!!!!

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you Pam. You are the best. Did you buy that Jungle Jay hat?

[@pamelagonzalez9567]

@@MattCookOregon naa did not have the money

[@juliehedges999]

GORGEOUS scene! Love the walking narration of the scenery!!!!

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you!

[@softroadingthewest]

Great video, excellent information. I've never hiked in to Blue Pool and did not realize how treacherous it was.

[@MattCookOregon]

Thanks man. Another spot ruined by Matt Cook Oregon!

[@wildzenventures]

This is a hike I've wanted to do for some time but keep putting it off due to the crowds. Beautiful views, thanks for the tips and recommendations!

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you. Gotta see it some time. 6am on a weekday and you will have it to yourself.

[@rctopfueler2841]

well matt your trip to the pool is all i need you have photo and hosting qualities most will never gain thank you and that beautiful dog too

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you! I usually don't get into safety as it isn't really my interest in videos. But this place is a hotspot for rescues.

[@tastyneck]

That was cool and informative. Thanks for sharing!

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you!

[@KathysOutdoorAdventures]

What a beautiful pool to hiking to. Loved the way you did this video with the warning to others to be safe when out in the wilderness. So happy I saw your name on a friend's channel so that we could connect.

[@MattCookOregon]

Thanks Kathy. I had a big theme of safety as this spot is one of the state's most common emergency rescue calls. This would be a good one to visit when in Oregon.

[@TheGoldenPomSquad]

Thanks for the video! We're visiting blue pool in the next few weeks, so this was very informative and helpful! Didnt realize that it was that cold!

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you. Very cool hope you enjoy. Try a weekday or morning otherwise it will be very crowded.

[@Hummingbirder1]

I'm so glad you left a comment on my "Shaky-cam" birding hours around Klamath Falls! It made me find your channel... This video is wonderfully filmed, and filled with good advice. Not that everyone is able to take such advice at heart, but you did try. I will continue look through your content.

[@MattCookOregon]

Awesome thank you. I really like finding smaller creators. The bigger ones are too focused on money for me. I did try to have a positive impact on Blue Pool with this video. Many complain that social media ruined this place. I think social media could have a much better impact with a little education added in.

[@RussellVineyard]

I've never heard of this place. I had thought this was a different location entirely. Near Oakridge there's a Blue Pool Campground. This is a good survival education video. One thing to add to the list would be basic wilderness first aid training.

[@MattCookOregon]

Yep often a couple places here with the same name. Like Clear Lake. I got at least a thousand views on Clear Lake from people looking for the one near Portland. Very good point on training. What is gear gonna do if you have no idea how to use it. Could be another good video.

[@straytarnish9443]

Thank you very much for making your videos sharing

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you!

[@CaptainAiryca]

Those 10 items are so critical! Your editing is great on this one.

[@MattCookOregon]

Thanks so much. It is always fun for me to try something a little different.

[@HolisticJuniverse]

Great video! Throughly enjoyed it. Been here a few times dark and early to enjoy the serenity of the plae

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you. I think I found you when researching for this video. Still jealous of that a7iii lol.

[@HolisticJuniverse]

@@MattCookOregon haha love your content man super informative! I might actually start vlogging with an iphone 12 mini and some moment lenses once I get my hands on that thing. The video quality is insaaane!

[@OldSchoolPrepper]

Hey Matt, great video. As a born and bread Oregonian I can honestly say I've never heard of this place and I grew up all over the state. Very cool to learn of and I shall check it out. Thanks for the info~ it was all good

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you. Hopefully you get to check it out. Sunny days get the best water colors.

[@johnbarroll1120]

a gentleman scholar outdoorsman thanks for your wonderful oregon wilderness guide I try to avoid venturing too far from any highway here.

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you John. It is nice to hear people are enjoying the videos. Also nice to see that a 3 year old video is still of value. I try to make these stand the test of time.

[@malcolmfoster6266]

Nice work Matt! Another spot added to my must visit list. 👍

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you. Go early and avoid the crowds!

[@Wanna.Wander]

Wow this is gorgeous! 💜 I wanna go here, the river is gorgeous

[@MattCookOregon]

It is so nice. I am glad some people didn't get scared by the video.

[@Wonkyslush000]

Love your videos. I’m new to OR and not knowing much about some hikes/destinations prevents me from exploring as much as I want to

[@MattCookOregon]

Thanks so much! Oregon adventures is all I do so stay tuned. Some of my videos have been at the request of comments so let me know if you want to see anything specific.

[@LumpyFPV]

Cool video! I'm in the Rogue Valley and love learning about nearby awesome. 😍

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you. Thats a cool area too. I would love to do a video rafting the Rogue or doing the river trail.

[@topixfromthetropix1674]

This is a good video with good information. Too many people undertake visits to wilderness areas with unrealistic expectations. I used to Iive near the start of the Appalachian Trail. When people would get lost, we worked with search and rescue. I had two back-n-tan coonhounds and three Rotties. The hounds could follow a scent and the Rotties could tree a bear if we met one. A surprising number of people we found had the idea that their trip to the Appalachian trail would be like watching Discovery Channel from the couch.

[@MattCookOregon]

Yes the idea of wilderness is so glamorous. I may be a little guilty there at times in videos where I show how pretty it is and don't always talk about preparation and dangers. Thanks for a story from somewhere so far from me. Now I want to visit, its just like discovery channel right?

[@Sillyworld82]

I respect being thoughtful and properly prepared for any trip out doors in Oregon. I'm from Alaska and have been outside in inclement weather plenty of times, but I have to say I would be alot more worried in Oregon's thick forests. Long before sunset you could find yourself out of luck and unable to navigate even well groomed trails in those areas and that makes prep essential in my book 💯👍🏾

[@MattCookOregon]

Prepare and adapt, you gotta. Really I always think of Alaska as a much more wild place. I have only been once as a kid though.

[@flemingcourt]

Excellent video and commentary!

[@MattCookOregon]

Glad you enjoyed! Thanks for watching.

[@mocha2259]

Getting there early before the crowds is the greatest thing, especially in spring during monarch season (hence my pfp) awesome video!

[@MattCookOregon]

Yeah get there early or pick some unpopular weather is the way.

[@meredithxu9916]

wow just found your channel and all your contents are amazing! can't believe you still have dislikes. Thanks so much for sharing all the nature and views.hopefully i can visit Oregon in near future!

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you very much! This channel is full of good destinations. It is also nice to learn a bit before going somewhere so you know what you are looking at.

[@Max-hm6kg]

Love this place, I jump in every time.

[@MattCookOregon]

Some people are built differently.

[@TheMr880]

Great video Matt, thank you. I love smart wool as a base layer because it retains 80% of it's warmth when wet. I'm glad you mentioned cotton. You probably know the saying "cotton kills" because it will cool you down faster than if you were naked when wet. I suggest always having more water than you would drink and have an additional large bottle in the car. As a Dietitian I can confirm you made great suggestions re: food items. I hope people will take note and have a great, safe time at blue pool.

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you. I believe cotton kills was a slogan in climb school that always stuck with me. I am glad to read that someone confirms the safer approach. No shame in being overprepared but there can be shame in being under prepared.

[@mysticnerdgasm7873]

My favorite little hike!

[@MattCookOregon]

Nice. I like any part of that McKenzie River Trail.

[@tolishaws]

I was like 20 min away from that place today ima check it out next time I'm there . Thanks for the video!

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you. Hope you enjoy. Go on a nice sunny day for the best blue water colors.

[@MatthewCo77ins]

I wish I could go there...looks absolutely beautiful ❤️

[@MattCookOregon]

Make it happen!

[@nealesmith1873]

Amazing info about the Oregon Territory!

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you! Good to play it safe.

[@hanorokpony420]

Blue Pool is absolutely amazing! Such a spectacular site to see. I carefully climbed down and slowly dipped in the water. I did not completely submerge myself in the water. My feet pretty much went numb when I stepped in.

[@MattCookOregon]

It is a nice one. Somehow I made it look not crowded, which usually isn't accurate. I just dipped in Spring Creek which is same temp, though only 1 foot deep, felt like icing my foot which was nice.

[@neuralglitch]

Sir, your videos have matured in composition and editing. Love what you’re doing and I always look forward to your next upload. Thanks for posting. Cheers!

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you! I am on a journey to just keep getting better. Ones where I can do something a little different like this help the creativity flow.

[@christopherbarham4402]

This place is drop dead gorgeous, I jumped off the 32 foot cliff. Never do it again, but glade I experienced it once.

[@MattCookOregon]

Nice. Have you done the Dorena drop?

[@hope4lifewalker739]

Lovely Matt... very nice!

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you. Glad you like it!

[@benmcreynolds8581]

I'm hooked on your videos now. It's great to see quality videos on my local home land. I'd love to see you do a video on quartzville and the history of the mining history of the area. Same with Sharp's creek near Bohemia mountain. Yachats is great on the coast, cape perpetua is a amazing area with thor's well very near by and huge trees right in land and amazing tide pools and geological features everywhere.

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you very much. I was going to say on the other comment, I did do a blue pool video! Also did a very long one on Bohemia, and a shorter one on Thor's Well. Many places to do still as you say. Most my mining video plans were delayed due to the fires, which hit a lot of the good old mining sites, hopefully I can check some out soon and see the damage. My video uploads will be on hold for a month or two because I am working on another full length movie. I did one on Newberry last year, definitely check it out if you haven't. This year it will be an hour long doc about all of our lighthouses. I am very excited on this project and it should be out this summer.

[@wayfairing_soul]

I'm really enjoying binging your content. The style is kind of like an NPR documentary from my childhood. Very soothing. :D

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you! I try to bring my own thing to youtube and have a lot of fun with that.

[@SouthParkCityMuseum]

Great video as always! :)

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you! Feels great to possibly keep people safe.

[@pnwadventuresandgearreview8749]

This is a pretty spot! Went right by it 7 years ago when I was mountain biking the McKenzie River trail have not been back there since.

[@MattCookOregon]

It is nice. Mountain biking the river trail, that sounds like a good video.

[@jamesmccreery250]

Nice video. I'll make the hike soon!

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you. Hope you enjoy. Lots of people there. I tend to make things always look empty by going early during off seasons.

[@stevej2947]

Well done! I enjoyed the video😊

[@MattCookOregon]

Thanks Steve!

[@johncooley1263]

Tons of footage must have gone into this! Nice work man

[@MattCookOregon]

Funny seeing you here! Always like 4 hours of footage for me. Thanks John.

[@devonyoung3664]

For all the talk of dying this is a very calming video

[@MattCookOregon]

Ha I like that. I wasn't trying to scare people!

[@Oregontrailblazin]

Congratulations Matt making the Oregon live page story on blue pool and this video!

[@Oregontrailblazin]

Travel page

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you! always a cool thing. maybe Casey ladel will finally notice me.

[@wgl281]

Great video. Love the title. Can’t wait to use it in my class one day. :)

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you. Class? I have been seeing an increase in views from school websites due to all classes going online. That is awesome to see. Would love to hear more from teachers.

[@ali197202]

Wonderful voice and beautiful video. Very inspiring editing, content and narration skills.

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you so much! The voice comment helps. I used to be very afraid to speak.

[@brotherheed00]

Great production

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you!

[@RVingwithG]

Thanks and nice to know.

[@MattCookOregon]

Thanks. You bet!

[@maruss161]

Thank you, a place I’d love to visit sometime

[@MattCookOregon]

Glad you enjoyed! It is a relaxing visit. On a weekday. Weekends are a bit crowded.

[@phillipzx3754]

When I was a kid we would spend a few weeks at the YMCA summer camp on Spirit Lake. This was back in the early 60s, before St. Helens blew her top and nobody but the locals knew who Harry Truman was. Anyhow....That water was COLD!!! It was hard to take a breath while swimming, it was so cold.

[@justme-dm7sb]

Thats how I felt in the upper Kalama. It will chill you to the bone on a 100° day. I don't get in it any more. Upper Lewis is pretty cold too. Cold water lake is pretty cool. We kayaked it last summer, but it never crossed my mind to get in the water. Its kind of scary. I would be paddling along and all the sudden see bubbles coming up from the bottom in various places. It brought to mind that lake that burped toxic gasses and killed every person and animal around it. It was a fun ride but I probably will not be going back out on it.

[@MattCookOregon]

Yep. Wetsuit only for me.

[@skyybluu3118]

Great video thank you

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@maysaechao3850]

Great video!!!

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you!!!

[@HypaBumfuzzle]

Hello fellow Oregonian! I got to swim in this couple years ago, week before some guy had to be air lifted out after his muscles siezed up from cold

[@MattCookOregon]

Welcome. I swam in Clear Lake and that was just about as cold. I wouldn't do it without a wet suit.

[@HypaBumfuzzle]

@@MattCookOregon lolol yas!!! My family took me there as a kid, SO COLD!! so so pretty tho. What a pretty pocket of the world we live in💛💪

[@dad102]

This is so good.

[@MattCookOregon]

Thanks dad!

[@OdySlim]

Thanks Matt.. What a beautiful place to be. Regards from Ody Slim

[@MattCookOregon]

It is a nice one. Like one of those beautiful poisonous frogs though!

[@OdySlim]

@@MattCookOregon You are lucky to be so close. I live in Maryland. I drive out twice a year

[@adventureseeker9800]

Gorgeous dog!

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you! She is a good buddy and appears in most videos.

[@JungleJayAdventures]

Wow that place is amazing! I'm trying to put myself in the shoes of the indigenous peoples of that area 500+ years ago as to how they viewed and thought about that pool.

[@MattCookOregon]

Yep we are all about the nature eye candy in Oregon. I am sure they enjoyed drinking from it. Wonder if they cliff jumped too haha.

[@pamelaslaughter]

They're still here and I'm sure they treasure it as they treasured all of their land and the wildlife.

[@lynnnorthrup8914]

I liked your list of 10 items to carry with you on hikes. I would add one item which is the Garmin InReach device that has an emergency

[@MattCookOregon]

For sure I would include that in gps/maps. I do want to get a garmin device with gps and avalanche beacon.

[@lynnnorthrup8914]

Sounds like a good plan. We're having a lot of avalanche issues here in Colorado and 4 deaths, so the beacon is a good idea. I am older and constantly traveling in remote areas without cell service so having that Garmin is essential. We also carry all the items you mentioned in your video because of where we hike and explore. This was an important message that you gave to other hikers who may not carry these safety items. Let's hope they pay attention and take your advice!!!!!

[@TheJudycasad]

A huge tourist attraction and worth the hike in. Beautiful presentation, and very much needed. How to get this out to visitors to prevent tragedy is a good question. The local Forest Service and County should prepare a plaque at the location and trail head for advice. Thank you!

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you! With this new generation we got to get weird for anyone to remember anything. Maybe a big crash test dummy hanging from a tree at the trailhead with some warning signs!

[@TheJudycasad]

@@MattCookOregon Die-hard adventurists may try to prove the dummy wrong... funny, but... a nice warning post is appropriate...

[@kevinledvina9387]

Wow.. Hey your heart is definitely in the right place for wanting to keep everyone safe, and warn them of the dangers of hiking.. I just assumed this was all common sense!.. lol.. I guess some times I forget, most people don’t use that thing called common sense! Thank you for the video and info!

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you. Common sense to one person can be nonsense to another. I try to make videos have some value for both the experts and the novices. If anything people can just enjoy the pretty sights.

[@PNWwonder]

Every year someone’s life is changed forever there, it’s a dangerous place and people definitely die there!

[@MattCookOregon]

I appreciate that someone is taking this seriously! Some of these comments are crazier than the people that jump in haha.

[@PNWwonder]

@@MattCookOregon it’s an area that people take for granted, it’s beautiful but deadly. Definitely not the place to party but people do. I appreciate your warning to the public. Had a good friend her brother is paralyzed from the chest down after his jump into the blue pool, he coded several times. Lucky to be alive. The cost for his helicopter ride was triple digits.

[@chewy2804]

Amazing 😻

[@MattCookOregon]

Thanks Chewy.

[@Goose00123]

Dude! I live so damn close, camped @ Clear Lake multiple times, never heard of this place.

[@MattCookOregon]

That is surprising. Time to go!

[@Goose00123]

@@MattCookOregon 💯 agree

[@krishankochar3059]

Cool thanks work for a forestry company in Oregon been allover never heard of it.

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you. I work with a couple forestry companies and do drone videos for them. If you ever need one hit me up.

[@francinebacone1455]

Gorgeous! So glad to get both the beauty and the beastly narratives of what it's like to be there. Makes me appreciate the place even more. Please keep making videos! They are so engaging and well done. Thank you, Matt Cook. :)

[@MattCookOregon]

Thanks so much Francine. I am glad to hear someone appreciating the contrast that I thought was so interesting. More videos coming.

[@011CJ]

Lots of people going to these spots these days we have a spot a mile down the road from me . Locals usto go but not it is to packed with people .we all knew not to go in the watter untill late August beacus it is all fed by snow melt . Every year someone ends up losing their life tragically and we have lots of spots like this in WA as I know u guys do in OR .it is important for people to do their research and to remember to be respectful and safe/ prepared thanks for this vid . I lived off 62 many years ago I miss the OR coast line

[@MattCookOregon]

There are always going to be people getting into trouble in the water. Number one prevention method is good parenting!

[@011CJ]

@@MattCookOregon that's a fact we had a toddler in a life jacket float down the river 2 years back that parents thought the life jacket would keep the kid safe but the current cared the poor kid to it's death then last summer someone caught the forest on fire with thair camp fire .comin science is a dieing thing these days .

[@natehall3077]

my badass youth pastor jumped from the high point and ive never seen him move quicker than when he was swimming back lmaooo

[@MattCookOregon]

badass he should have a youtube

[@paulbecket7399]

go up to Timothy lake at the base of Mt Hood...one end of the lake is fed by very cold streams coming off the mountain (and it's glacier if it still has it) the other end is dammed up with an outlet pipe and is quite deep and warm during the summer

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you. I will have to try that. I don't get to Hood that often so haven't explored much there.

[@tietan867]

Hi Matt, thanks for the great tips and even better if you could list all the stuffs you have mentioned. 😊

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you very much. List the 10 essentials? Navigation: map, compass, altimeter, GPS device, personal locator beacon (PLB) or satellite messenger Headlamp: plus extra batteries Sun protection: sunglasses, sun-protective clothes and sunscreen First aid including foot care and insect repellent (as needed) Knife plus a gear repair kit Fire matches, lighter, tinder and/or stove Shelter carried at all times (can be a light emergency bivy) Extra food Extra water Extra clothes

[@SilentStorm1172]

"Blue Pool is a beautiful place that everyone should see." Got it. I'll bring binoculars.

[@MattCookOregon]

Maybe one of those hover chairs that professor X rides.

[@JustASmallTownGirl85]

The first time I jumped into the blue pool I was 14 years old and I immediately got out and never jumped in again lol Now we just hike to it have a picnic and hike out.

[@MattCookOregon]

Ya know sometimes young people just have to try stupid things and find out. Heck I'm not even young and I tried swimming in that lake on top of south sister recently haha.

[@Afterburner]

One more note: It would be a very smart move to keep a portable VHF/UHF ham radio on hand when going into places like this. Getting your ham license is NOT expensive and well worth the time to get it. My radios have been good comfort to have when I've operated in places no cell tower could ever reach, but with ham radio repeaters all over the place, I've been able to get help if I ever needed it simply by having the radio on hand.

[@MattCookOregon]

I have ran into quite a few people out there using ham radios. It seems like a fun hobby in itself. I saw a guy on top of a peak, communicating with someone on top of another very far away peak.

[@Afterburner]

@@MattCookOregon - Hi Matt - It is fun! I highly recommend it to all!

[@D.radventures2021]

Another great video with vital information for visitors. I love your drone shots. What kind do you have?. Take care!

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you very much! The drone is DJI spark. A very cheap and small drone. If I got a new one I would go with DJI mavic air 2. But I don't drone all that much to justify buying another. So many places I would love to fly are illegal. So I mostly just fly from the parking lot to get a big landscape shot.

[@Goose00123]

Well done

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you Goose!

[@friedrichjunzt]

dunno why youtube recommended this video from another continent, but it was quite cool and helpful anyway. 😁

[@MattCookOregon]

That is awesome they are finally recommending me more. Maybe you like clear blue water, or not dying.

[@sharonwhiteley6510]

This should be a PSA. As someone who used to hike, many points are just common sense and can be used regardless of location.

[@MattCookOregon]

It basically is a PSA and common sense! But much needed with how much trouble people get into.

[@jimc4839]

Great information on safety. Drugs and alcohol don't mix well with rugged terrain but mankind will never change.

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you Jim. No probably best to keep the drinks at home eh.

[@YankeesOutdoorAdventures]

💪🤠👍💣BOOM💥, I Love this channel ♥ stay safe out there

[@MattCookOregon]

My man. Thank you. Just plugging away!

[@YankeesOutdoorAdventures]

@@MattCookOregon keep at it brother💪🤠👍

[@katiehenderson2435]

You should do Steins pillar in the Ochocos. Unique history and little info. My family had the first homestead right below it. Beautiful place.

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you. I actually did! but it's old and maybe bad. check it out and let me know what you think. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qn6Qm6Gera92ask

[@katiehenderson2435]

I should have done my research a little better 😅 old or not, that's awesome! I wish I could post photos on here, I would show you some photos of their Farm they had with the pillars in the background faintly! They posed the entire logging crew in it, farm animals and all. The Demaris and Birdsong families ran a mill on Mill creek. The families worked very close together running this mill and eventually two birdsong girls married two of the Demaris boys, making my great great- grandparents one of the couples. Mill Creek to my understanding was the first sawmill in that area and produced the wood that built many of the first homesteads in the ochocos. It's too bad the Old Homestead that they built isn't there anymore. I'm here in Corvallis but hoping to one day make a trip over there to explore! Thanks for the video!

[@justme-dm7sb]

Cool place but watching your dog was as interesting as the hike. I have a Malamute and he is super cool like that. I adventure with a pre-packed survival pack I could stay out for a week with if I had to.

[@MattCookOregon]

That is the way to go. Worst case you get some extra workout from the weight. I am glad you enjoyed my wolf friend. She appears in almost every video.

[@WizardOfWhoopee]

Another great travel-blog. The missing woman with health issues at 2:30 was found deceased after she had been missing for 6 months, in Oct 2020.

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you. It is a risk we all take entering the natural world. I think its much less of a risk than staying in our populated places.

[@bozobarr]

Great video. Watching the kid sitting on the cliff edge putting on a mask made me stop and check what year this was posted. Strange how a mask will key us in on the year of filming. Makes this video that much more historical :D

[@MattCookOregon]

Thank you. That is interesting about masks adding some value. Most my videos in the last year have been me alone in the outdoors, so no mask.

[@1N2themystic]

Wow, now I'm so scared, I'm just gonna stay home from now on. Thanks for the heads up...

[@MattCookOregon]

That is probably best for everyone.

[@justme-dm7sb]

@@MattCookOregon I so agree.

[@FlyingSquirrelOutdoors]

Very pretty place, Matt! I was curious to see the blue-to-not-blue transition into the river. Is it fairly gradual, or a sudden shift to brown and murky? Or (I guess I should have left this option) does it stay just nice and crystal clear but not deep enough to look as blue?

[@ryansanford3837]

Haha tha latter McKenzie river is so clear everywhere

[@MattCookOregon]

Yeah I think it goes to normal river color pretty quick. There is another clear pool miles up the river, so it gets blue there, then loses the blue when it flows, then gets blue again after going underground.

[@kathleenmorosko7143]

Some people are so not in their right mind, I would never swim or jump into a place like this.Thank God I don't swim right mind would ever jump or swim in this place. Thank God I don'