Lane County, Oregon
Top Spots in and near Lane County
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Linn County, Oregon
Tamolitch Blue Pool
5.03.56 mi / 253 ft gainThe hike out to Tamolitch Pool, or "Blue Pool," is 2 miles each way and follows the McKenzie River to a lava flow pool. Off Highway 126 14 miles east of McKenzie Bridge, turning into the Trailbridge Campground, drive right 1/3 of a mile to the trailhead. The trail is relatively flat, which gives ...Read more -
Lane County, Oregon
Proxy Falls
5.01.51 mi / 374 ft gainThis is one of the most amazing waterfalls in Oregon. The size is unbelievable – especially when you’re standing right underneath it, which I would recommend anyone to do (just be prepared for a misty shower) The hike is Easy! It’s only about 2 miles round trip. I remember going here when I was ...Read more -
Crescent, Oregon
Fuji Mountain Summit via Waldo Road
11.3 mi / 2329 ft gainBackground Fuji Mountain has been known by mountain bikers for years, since it sits just off the circuit of popular biking routes around Waldo Lake and makes for a notoriously difficult climb on a bike. Word hasn't spread to the hiking community yet, despite the spectacular views from the summit...Read more -
Lane County, Oregon
Linton Falls
4.54 mi / 900 ft gainNOTE: There is no development of viewing areas or trails, which makes for more of a wilderness experience than other waterfalls in the region. There may also be fallen trees blocking the trail, making this adventure more challenging. Hiking to Linton Falls accounts for the two larger waterfalls...Read more -
Lebanon, Oregon
Hike McDowell Creek County Park
4.9GPS coordinates Lat: 44.46389 Long: -122.68278Exit off I-5 in Albany onto Highway 20 and proceed for approximately 20 miles to McDowell Creek Road and turn left, follow McDowell Creek Road - watching for signs for the park - for about 6 ½ miles, to the first of three parking areas within the park...Read more -
Foster, Oregon
Iron Mountain
4.71.79 mi / 610 ft gainGetting There There are a couple of different routes to the summit of Iron Mountain. This adventure article focuses on the shorter but more strenuous hike to the summit of Iron Mountain. To get there, drive to the upper trailhead (Trail # 3389) via Highway 20. Take Forest Service Road (FSR) 035 ...Read more -
Crescent, Oregon
Ski or Snowshoe to Midnight Lake
6.2 mi / 600 ft gainThe trip to Midnight Lake is a great way to spend a winter day and explore an otherwise overlooked lake in the central Oregon Cascades. Although the lake does see winter visitors, it is often empty and very few people bother to hike to the far end of the lake. The route to the lake is through be...Read more -
Lane County, Oregon
Summit Diamond Peak
9 mi / 3600 ft gainAt 8,743 feet, Diamond Peak is almost as tall as the other iconic volcanoes of the Oregon Cascades, but sees just a fraction of the people. Outside the range of casual Portland day hikes and hard to see from the highway and from other peaks, Diamond Peak and the spectacular wilderness surrounding...Read more -
Lane County, Oregon
Tenas Lakes via Benson Lake Trail
3.54.93 mi / 755 ft gainStarting from Scott Lake in the Willamette National Forest, take the Benson Lake Trail head that starts at the end of the road. This climbs gradually up to Benson Lake, a large, deep, cold lake. From there follow the trail up until you see a junction and a sign to Tenas Lakes. Follow this trail u...Read more -
Lane County, Oregon
Camp at Scott Lake
Scott Lake Campground is truly a hidden gem off the McKenzie Pass Scenic Drive. Nestled right next to the Mt Washington Wilderness Area, this small campsite with only 20 primitive sites lining the lake gives spectacular views over toward the Three Sisters to the South-East.To get there - turn ont...Read more -
Crescent, Oregon
Diamond View Lake via Trapper Creek
9.88 mi / 1070 ft gainDiamond View Lake is relatively unknown compared to many of the other lakes in the Oregon Cascades, yet the views it delivers of Diamond Peak are top-notch. While it can also be done as a summer backpack, winter brings out the best aspects of the scenery - low-angle light on Diamond Peak, long n...Read more -
Lane County, Oregon
Summit Middle Sister via Renfrew Glacier
20 mi / 6000 ft gainIf you’ve been anywhere near Central Oregon, you’ve seen the Three Sisters Mountains dominate the skyline. Each of these volcanoes exceeds 10,000 ft. and are some of the highest peaks in the state of Oregon. Though they are truly considered sister peaks to one another, each has unique climbing ro...Read more -
Lane County, United States
Backpack the Obsidian Area
4.46 mi / 1800 ft gainThe Obsidian area is at least six miles from the closest trail head and 1800 feet of elevation gain. The best way to see the area is to plan a multi-day backpacking adventure. It is limited entry which is strictly enforced by the Forest Service. Only 30 day hikers and 40 overnight hikers are al...Read more -
Linn County, Oregon
Koosah Falls Trail
5.00.86 mi / 180 ft gainKoosah Falls Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Sisters, Oregon.Read more -
Sisters, Oregon
Sahalie and Koosah Falls Loop
4.82.42 mi / 545 ft gainThis loop might be on the shorter side, but the hike is more than worth it for the scenery. Start at Sahalie Falls, a 100-foot tall waterfall pouring into the river below and covering the moss-covered valley with cool mist. Continue down the trail, walking past the 70-foot Koosah Falls, and finis...Read more -
Bend, Oregon
Hike to Lucky Lake
5.02.5 mi / 405 ft gainLocated just 4.36 miles past the popular Elk Lake Day Use turnoff, the trailhead is on the right side of the highway, marked by a small 'trailhead' sign. The hike begins at the Senoj Lake Trailhead and climbs up to the lake for 1.26 miles. Once you reach the lake, you can choose to go left or rig...Read more