Benson Lake Trail #3502
Beginning at Benson / Tenas Trailhead, the 7.5 mile Benson Lake Trail #3502 heads west uphill through an alpine mixed conifer forest. Just before reaching Benson Lake, the trail enters the Mt. Washington Wilderness. Passing through forests and marshes east of Benson Lake, the trail continues north, switching back uphill to pocket meadows and a junction with Tenas Lake Trail #4340. The trail continues north to Scott Mountain Trail #4339, then breaks west, continuing through the alpine mixed conifer forest downhill past The Knobs to end at Tenas Lakes Trailhead.
At a Glance
Current Conditions: | Access is dependent on McKenzie Highway (OR Hwy 242), which is closed in the winter. Check tripcheck.com for conditions. |
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Operational Hours: | Access is dependent on McKenzie Highway (OR Hwy 242), which is closed in the winter. Check tripcheck.com for conditions. |
Permit Info: | If entering from Benson/Tenas Trailhead: Central Cascades Wilderness Permits are required between June 15 and October 15 for both day and overnight use at this trailhead. If entering from Tenas Lake or Fingerboard Prairie Trailheads:
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Usage: | Heavy |
Restrictions: | |
Water: | Requires treatment |
Passes: | A valid recreation pass may be used as a form of payment at Benson / Tenas Trailhead |
Information Center: | McKenzie River Ranger Station |
General Information
Directions:Access from:
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Activities
Day Hiking
Difficulty Level: | Easy to Intermediate |
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Backpacking
Difficulty Level: | Easy to Intermediate |
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