is home to several fish species, including rainbow trout, bull trout, kokanee salmon and mountain whitefish. Larger animals including river otters and beaver inhabit the areas in and immediately around the river, and larger land mammals, including mule deer, elk, black bear, and cougar range in the surrounding area. Migratory waterbirds such as the mallard and the Canada goose are common in the spring and summer, as are raptors such as the osprey and the red-tailed hawk. The white-headed woodpecker, generally rare and of interest to many birders, is quite common in several areas along the river. Recreation Sport fishing for rainbow trout and bull trout is fly-fishing only on the upper Metolius—and catch-and-release, with barbless hooks. A number of small resorts and shops cater to fishermen and other visitors, principally in the community of Camp Sherman. Hiking and horseback riding are popular activities in the area, particularly on the upper, southern portion of the river, with trails extending up and down the river and into the forests on both sides. There are also a number of developed campgrounds on the banks of the river. Fishing, rafting, hunting and cross-country skiing are all popular seasonal activities. The Wizard Falls Fish Hatchery is about north of the headwaters. This hatchery raises rainbow trout, kokanee, and salmon. The hatchery is open to visitors, with various species of trout and other fish on display in ponds. Coordinates Coordinates from GNIS list one point per 7.5 minute map. The source and mouth are not repeated here. See also List of Oregon rivers List of National Wild and Scenic Rivers The National Forest Foundation's Conservation Plan for the Metolius River References External links Upper Deschutes Watershed Council Rivers of Oregon Wild and Scenic Rivers of the United States Rivers of Jefferson County, Oregon Tributaries Oregon placenames of Native American origin