Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail - Mt.Jefferson
This section of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail is between Hwy 20 at Santiam Pass, and Skyline Road, north of Mt. Jefferson. The entire trail segment is within the Mt. Jefferson Wilderness.
Trails in Mt. Jefferson, Mt. Washington, and Three Sisters Wilderness Areas require a Central Cascades Wilderness Permit June 15 - October 15 for overnight use, and some will require one for day-use.
Visitors with a long-distance hiking permit issued from the Pacific Crest Trail Association for hikes greater than 500 miles do not need a Central Cascades Wilderness Permit. Check Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail #2000 for long-distance hiking permits, conditions and closures.
General Information
Trails in Mt. Jefferson, Mt. Washington, and Three Sisters Wilderness Areas require a Central Cascades Wilderness Permit June 15 - October 15 for overnight use, and some will require one for day-use.
- Visitors with a long-distance hiking permit issued from the Pacific Crest Trail Association for hikes greater than 500 miles do not need a Central Cascades Wilderness Permit. Check Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail #2000 for long-distance hiking permits, conditions and closures.
- Wilderness restrictions apply
- Campfires are prohibited above 5,700 feet and within these lake basins:
- Marion Lake
- Ann Lake
- Table Lake
- Motorized and mechanical equipment (including bicycles and drones) are prohibited in the wilderness.
- Groups must be under 12 people and 12 head of stock.
- Build campfires at least 100 feet away from water.
- Pack in / Pack out!
- “Take only pictures, leave only footprints” — please refrain from cutting, damaging, or gathering vegetation or other forest items, i.e. rocks, etc.
- Please bury human waste 6-8 inches deep and at least 200 feet away from water.
Additional Information
Operated By
Forest Service
