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Highlights Difficulty: StrenuousDistance: 5 miles round tripElevation Gain: 2,000 feetSeason: Spring through fallNotes: About this Hike This hike is along the Pacific Crest Trail, and gains a considerable amount of elevation. At the top you’ll have breathtaking views of Mount Shasta, Mount Ashland, Pilot Rock and more. Head south on the PCT for 1.1 miles, […]
December 27, 2022
Highlights Difficulty: StrenuousDistance: 4.2 miles round trip (or more if desired)Elevation Gain: 1300 feetSeason: Early spring through late fallNotes: This hike is featured in “Oregon’s Ancient Forests: A hiking guide” – Get the book here! About this Hike The Collings Mountain Trail follows Grouse Creek, climbs above the canyon’s headwalls, and follows a ridge to Collings […]
Highlights Difficulty: ModerateDistance: 5.3 miles round tripElevation Gain: 900 feetSeason: Late spring through fall, access dependent on snow; best wildflowers in June and JulyNotes: This hike is featured in “Oregon’s Ancient Forests: A hiking guide” – Get the book here! About this Hike Grizzly Peak, a spot named for the last known grizzly bear in Oregon, […]
Highlights Difficulty: ModerateDistance: 5.5 mile loop (or more or less)Elevation Gain: 200 feetSeason: May to OctoberNotes: Part of this hike is featured in “Oregon’s Ancient Forests: A hiking guide” – Get the book here! About this Hike Clear Lake was created when lava flows from the High Cascades dammed the McKenzie River, approximately 3,000 years ago. […]
December 23, 2022
Highlights Difficulty: Easy or ModerateDistance: 2 miles total OR 6.5 miles round trip Elevation Gain: minimalSeason: Spring through fall (access depending on snow)Notes: This hike is featured in “Oregon’s Ancient Forests: A hiking guide” – Get the book here! About this Hike The Upper Rogue Wild & Scenic River is quite dramatic, passing through narrow canyons […]
Highlights Difficulty: EasyDistance: 1-3+ miles round tripElevation Gain: 450 feetSeason: Early summer to fall. Wildflowers best in early July, late summer better to avoid mosquitos.Notes: This hike is featured in “Oregon’s Ancient Forests: A hiking guide” – Get the book here! About this Hike This relatively pristine area off Mount Hood’s southeast flank lies between two […]
Highlights Difficulty: ModerateDistance: 5.6 miles round tripElevation Gain: 800 feetSeason: June to November (depending on snow)Notes: This hike is featured in “Oregon’s Ancient Forests: A hiking guide” – Get the book here! About this Hike Twin Lakes are nestled in the heart of the large roadless area that encompasses the Calf and Copeland Creek drainages south […]
Highlights Difficulty: EasyDistance: 3.8 miles round tripElevation Gain: 600 feetSeason: Late June to October (dependent on snow)Notes: Mosquitos can be terrible between snow-melt and mid-August. About this Hike The Indigo Lake Trail (#3549) winds through old growth trees and high mountain meadows before arriving at its namesake lake. From here, there are beautiful views of […]
Highlights Difficulty: ModerateDistance: 4 miles round tripElevation Gain: 550 feetSeason: Late spring through fall, access depending on snowNotes: A parking pass or permit is required at this trailhead. The trailhead can be very busy on summer weekends. About this Hike While the 100-foot waterfall is a highlight of this well-loved trail, the diverse ancient forest, […]
December 20, 2022
Highlights Difficulty: StrenuousDistance: 8 miles round tripElevation Gain: 1,100 feetSeason: July and AugustNotes: About this Hike Vista Ridge is perhaps one of the most scenic trails on Mount Hood, with amazing views of the dramatic north side of Mount Hood and its glaciers. The main attraction, however, is the wildflower show in August. If you didn’t get […]
Highlights Difficulty: Easy to ModerateDistance: Up to 6 miles round tripElevation Gain: minimalSeason: All yearNotes: A parking pass or permit is required at this trailheadThis hike is featured in “Oregon’s Ancient Forests: A hiking guide” – Get the book here! About this Hike The Salmon River provides key habitat for salmon and other wildlife. The […]
Highlights Difficulty: StrenuousDistance: 17.2 miles round tripElevation Gain: 2,100 feetSeason: July to November About this Hike Looking for an adventure off the beaten path? Look no further than Yamsay Mountain – the trailhead is located 90 miles south of Bend and 75 miles north of Klamath Falls. Yamsay Mountain is a large, gently sloping shield […]
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