Foley Ridge Trail #3511


Beginning at Foley Ridge Trailhead, Foley Ridge Trail #3511 immediately enters the Three Sisters Wilderness and begins a steady uphill grade along Foley Ridge. The trail passes through a Douglas-Fir dominant Forest on it's way to a pass between Substitute and Proxy Points. The trail continues east past a trail junction to Substitute Point and through a burn and blow down area along a ridge crest in view of some surrounding mountains. The steady upgill grade continues past creeks and swamps on the south side of The Husband before reaching a multi-trail junction at a large meadow. From there, the trail continues uphill northeast and ends at the Pacific Crest Trail #2000.

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 Foley Ridge Trailhead.
  • Overnight Use
  • 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.
Usage: Heavy
Restrictions:
Water: Requires treatment
Information Center: McKenzie River Ranger Station

General Information

Directions:

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General Notes:

Map of Foley Ridge trail

The trailhead offers a hitching rail and room along the roadway to park truck and trailer combinations. Avoid parking at truck turnaround.

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Activities

Day Hiking

Difficulty Level: Intermediate

Backpacking

Difficulty Level: Intermediate

Horse Riding

Related Information

Recreation Areas

Recreation Activities

Location

 
  Area/Length : 
8 miles

  Latitude : 
44.1514

  Longitude : 
-121.943

  Elevation : 
4000 feet - 6320 feet