Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail - Three Sister

This section of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail is between Sisters Mirror Lake and Hwy 242. At McKenzie Pass, this trail is entirely within the Three Sisters 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

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.

Some trailheads require a recreation pass. Check our Recreation Passes & Permits page for details.

Wilderness restrictions apply
View maps of areas where camping/campfire/dog restrictions apply: Dog leash restrictions, Camp Chambers, Green Lakes, Matthieu Lakes, Golden Lake, Moraine Lakes, Sisters Mirror.
Stock users must use weed-free feed
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” deep and at least 200’ away from water.