Hand Lake Trailhead
This trailhead provides access to:
- Hand Lake Cutoff
- Hand Lake Trail #3513
- Scotty Way Trail #4345
See trail pages for more information.
General Information
Access is dependent on McKenzie Highway (OR Hwy 242), which is closed in the winter. Check tripcheck.com for conditions.
There are two types of entry permits required between June 15 and October 15 for entering the Mt. Washington Wilderness from this trailhead.
- Overnight Use
- Central Cascades Wilderness Permit between June 15 and October 15.
- Day Use
- Free, self-issue Wilderness Permit (available at the trailhead) between June 15 and October 15.
Check out Recreation.gov for more information or call 1-877-444-6777.
Address: 57600 McKenzie Highway McKenzie Bridge, OR 97413
Phone: (541) 822-3381
Hours: Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: sm.fs.mf@usda.gov
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 44.22472222
Longitude: -121.87055556
Directions
From McKenzie Bridge, OR, travel east on Highway 126 to Highway 242. Travel east on Highway 242 for 16 miles to Hand Lake Trailhead. The Trailhead is on the left (northwest) side of the highway, parking is on the right (southeast) side.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
