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William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge was created to provide vital wintering habitat for dusky Canada geese. Unlike other Canada geese, duskies have limited summer and winter ranges. They nest on Alaska’s Copper River Delta, and winter almost exclusively in the Willamette Valley. Habitat loss, predation, and hunting have caused a decrease in population. Located in the Willamette Valley, the refuge protects many of the valley’s historic habitats, including the largest remaining tract of native Willamette Valley wet prairie. Fields of wildlife food crops are... More

Overview Hager Mountain Lookout sits at an elevation of 7,195 feet, offering guests spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding area. It is one of a diminishing number of lookouts still staffed for fire detection annually during the fire season and is open to guests in the winter months. The site is available for rent from November 15 to May 15, offering a unique lodging experience for guests seeking a bit of solitude and relaxation. For the remainder of the year, it is staffed by Forest... More

Access to: Black Crater Trail and Three Sisters Wilderness Area. Amenities: parking area There is a moderate level of use at this trailhead in the summer with no winter access. More

ALERT: This site is unreachable due to winter closure of the Cascade Lakes Highway. Access to the Tumalo Trail System, Metolius-Windigo Trail, and Three Sisters Wilderness. Click here for the Tumalo Trail System map. More

Gold Lake, situated in an open alpine forest, is a popular spot in both summer and winter. Although motors are not allowed on this small (100 acre, 25 feet deep) lake, canoes, rafts and rowboats provide excellent fishing access. A primitive log shelter built by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in the early 1940s provides a dry picnic area or overnight protection for cross country skiers in winter. Located very near the lake is Gold Lake Bog. This special area offers the visitor the opportunity to view... More

ALERT: This site is unreachable due to winter closure of the Cascade Lakes Highway. This trailhead provides access to the Ray Atkeson Loop Trail which offers beautiful views of South Sister and Sparks Lake.  More

ALERT: This site is unreachable due to winter closure of the Cascade Lakes Highway. Access to the Tumalo Trail System, Metolius-Windigo Trail, and Three Sisters Wilderness. Click here for the Tumalo Trail System Map. More

This sno park, nestled in the shoulders of Mt. Hood, is a fabulous launching point to access many winter recreational opportunities from skiing, snowshoeing, and more. Space for 125 cars. Trailer parking available. Click here for MAP of area. More

ALERT: This site is unreachable due to winter closure of the Cascade Lakes Highway. This small trailhead offers access to Sisters Mirror Lake within the Three Sisters Wilderness. This trail also offers access to the Pacific Crest Trail. More

Overview Hemlock Butte Cabin is a very primitive backcountry winter experience, and guests who stay here should be experienced in winter backcountry travel. It is this remoteness that makes the 4-mile ski or snowshoe to the cabin worth the effort. The cabin was built by the Edelweiss Ski Club in 1990 and has room for about 12 people. There are often occupants from several different groups staying in the cabin at the same time. Only a few basic amenities are offered, so guests should be... More

Overview Fivemile Butte Lookout is available for reservation year-round. It provides stellar mountain views and access to a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking, mountain biking and wildlife viewing. During the winter months, the lookout is popular among hunters and winter sports enthusiasts. The lookout can only be accessed by skiing, snowmobiling or snowshoeing up to 3 miles from a parking area at the Billy Bob Sno-Park. A permit is required to park and the trek takes about three to four hours. Guests are... More

ALERT: This site is unreachable due to winter closure of the Cascade Lakes Highway. Provides horse and hiker access to:  Three Sisters Wilderness via the Elk-Devils Trail, Island Meadow Trail, or the Horse Lake Trail. This trailhead offers parking and horse facilities and a toilet. More

ALERT: This site is unreachable due to winter closure of the Cascade Lakes Highway. Provides access to: Edison- Lava Trail Horse/hiker access point to Three Sisters Wilderness via the Senoj Lake Trail. Trailhead includes: parking lot, vault toilet, and horse facilities. More

Grouse Gap doubles as a picnic site in the summer and a snow shelter for cross country skiers in winter. It has a covered pavilion enclosed on 2 sides with a central wood burning fireplace. There is one picnic table, restrooms and good parking. The pavilion looks out over the Klamath National Forest with views to Mt Shasta. This shelter is also used by through hikers on the PCT. More

A fishing path that follows the river (rocky and steep in places) Begin at the river parking area. Hikers may have to cross the river in places to avoid steep cliffs (not a well-defined path, except for the first few miles). Watch for stinging nettles and rattlesnakes Best time to hike: Spring, Fall, and late Winter.Length: 4 miles one way (or more) More

Overview Flag Point Lookout offers spectacular views of Oregons Mt. Hood to the west, Mt. Adams, Mt. St. Helens and Mt. Ranier to the north, and Mt. Jefferson and the Three Sisters to the south. It also provides access to a variety of winter sports, including snowshoeing and cross country skiing. The lookout can only be accessed by skiing or snowshoeing about 11 miles from a parking area at the Billy Bob Sno-Park. A permit is required to park and the trek takes approximately eight... More

ALERT: This site is unreachable due to winter closure of the Cascade Lakes Highway. This is an alternative trailhead to the Broken Top trailhead. The access road to this area is very rugged and 4-wheel drives are recommended. Provides access to: Three Sisters Wilderness via a short trail from Crater Ditch trailhead and links up to the popular Green Lakes Trail. More

This sno-park/trailhead is a small parking lot with one toilet. It provides access to non-motorized trails in both summer and winter. Spectacular Tumalo Falls is about three miles west of here, accessible by well-marked ski/bike/hike trails. To view a map of the nordic trail system accessed at this sno-park, click here. More

Overview The Fish Lake Remount Depot Cabins sit at an altitude of 3,200 feet near the Santiam Pass Winter Recreation Area of the Willamette National Forest. These cabins were built in 1924 and are rustic, historic wood structures that include a dispatchers cabin, a springhouse shed, a garage/woodshed and a fire hose shelter. The commissary cabin and a supervisors cabin, known as the Hall House, are available as rentals either separately or together. The compound was once used to house firefighters and corral horses. It... More

A rocky and sometimes steep trail that follows an intermittent stream though a Wilderness. Area and climb to a plateau overlooking the Blitzen River The trail begins at the river parking area. In some areas the trail is marked by cairns. T rail comes out near campsite #23. Hikers can head back through the campground to reach their starting point. Watch for rattlesnakes. Best times to hike: Spring, Fall or late Winter Length: 1.2 miles one way More

When the snow melts, Skibowl turns into a Summer Adventure Park with over 20 attractions including: 1/2 mile dual alpine slide, indy karts, bungee, mountain bike park with 40+ miles of trails, bike rentals & tours, automated batting cages, frisbee, and 18 hole mini golf. Of course, if you do come here in the winter, Skibowl does offer the country’s largest night ski area… More

The Spence Mountain project involves a phased development of a trail system on a beautiful 7,400 acre parcel of land owned by JWTR. The property is only 15 miles from Klamath Falls offering easy access to our community. Trails are designed for multipurpose uses to accommodate mountain bikers, hikers, trail runners and even cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter.  The trail is currently at 15 miles.  When the entire project is finished, it will be a total of 50 miles. More

22 miles southeast of Eugene, Dexter Lake is a popular recreation area offering year-round fishing, seasonal water skiing, sailing, swimming, picnicking and hunting. The area is also managed for wildlife habitat such as waterfowl, blacktail deer, upland game birds, wintering elk, bald eagles, osprey and many other species. Dexter Dam was completed in 1954 and provides flood control and has one generator, which produces 15,000 kilowatts More

Picnic tables, garbage, and restroom facilities are available during summer months. In addition, a hitching pole for horses is available. This is a very popular trailhead with hikers, dog sledders, snowmoblers, and cross country skiiers. Provides access to: Frog Lake Trail #530, Pacific Crest Trail #2000 and Frog Lake Butte Trail #484. In the winter this area is a Sno Park for snomobiles and cross country skiing/sno-shoeing. This is a shared use area. More

Overview Idlewild Campground is the perfect place for large gatherings in any weather. In sun, rain or snow, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors while spending time with friends and family. The campground is situated along Highway 395 north of Burns, Oregon. In the summer, it is popular with hikers and mountain bikers. In the winter, visitors can snowmobile and cross-country ski. Natural Features: The campground is situated at an elevation of 5,000 feet in a large stand of Ponderosa pines. The... More