Site Open
Recreation Region: Detroit Ranger District
Turpentine Loop Trailhead
Current Conditions
For current conditions, please contact the local ranger station. Forest Service roads are not maintained for snow and ice.
General Information
There are two types of entry permits required between June 15 and October 15 for entering the Mt. Jefferson 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.
Getting There
Directions
From Detroit, Oregon, follow Highway 22 east for 26 miles to Big Meadows Road (Forest Road 2267) turn left onto Forest Road 2267 and drive 1 mile to the junction with Forest Road 2257, turn left onto Forest Road 2257 and drive 2 miles, first you will pass Fay Lake on your right, then you will pass the Pika Fir Trail trailhead on the right, the trail begins a mile up the next road at the very end of the road.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
