Scott Pass Trail

From the Scott Pass Trailhead, this 3.4-mile trail travels west to tiny South Matthieu Lake where it joins the Pacific Crest Trail #2000 within Three Sisters Wilderness. There are three designated camping spots here which are popular with both weekend and Pacific Crest Trail thru-hikers.

Before reaching the Pacific Crest Trail #2000 junction from Scott Pass Trailhead you will reach the junction with Trout Creek Tie Trail #4067 which provides access to the Millican Crater Trail #4066.

The trail enters the Three Sisters Wilderness shortly after leaving the trailhead. Wilderness Permits are required for both day use and overnight stays from this trailhead. See "Permit Info" below for more details.

At a Glance

Permit Info:	There are two types of entry permits required between June 15 and October 15 for entering the Three Sisters 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.
Restrictions:	Wilderness restrictions apply within the Wilderness Maps of areas where special restrictions apply: Dog leash restrictions Green Lakes Matthieu Lakes Moraine Lakes 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.
Closest Towns:	Sisters, Oregon; Bend, Oregon
Information Center:	Sisters Ranger District 201 N. Pine Street PO Box 249 Sisters, OR 97759 (541) 549-7700

General Information

Directions:

From Sisters, OR: 5.8 miles west on Hwy. 242, then 6.4 miles south on Forest. Road 1018, then 1.3 miles west on Forest Road 1026 and travel about a mile to the Scott Pass trailhead.