Hiking
Day hiking trails and backpacking opportunities abound in Deschutes National Forest!
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Peter Skene Ogden Trailhead
This trailhead is located on Paulina Creek and provides access to the National Recreation Trail, Peter Skene Ogden Trail and adjacent to Ogden Group Campground.
Phil's Trailhead
This is one of the most popular mountain biking trailheads in the Pacific Northwest. Numerous trails of varying difficulty originate at this trailhead, including Phil's Trail. This area has quick…
Pine Rest Campground
Site Open
Pine Rest Campground is a tent-only campground on the Metolius River.Find a map of this campground here.
Pioneer Ford Campground
Site Open
Pioneer Ford Campground is located next to the Metolius River and this site provides access to fishing and hiking trails.Find a map of this campground here.
Pole Creek Trailhead
This trailhead provides access to the Three Sisters Wilderness via the Pole Creek Trail #4072 on the Sisters Ranger District.Recreation Fee Site: Parking at the Pole Creek Trailhead requires…
Ray Atkeson Trailhead
This trailhead provides access to the Ray Atkeson Loop Trail which offers beautiful views of South Sister and Sparks Lake.Â
Riverside Campground
Site Open
Riverside Campground is a tent-only walk in campground located near the upper section of the Metolius River. Find a map of this campground here.
Rosary Lakes Trailhead
This trailhead features connections to the Pacific Crest Trail and numerous day hiking opportunities in a densely forested area.
Round Lake Trailhead
From Round Lake Trailhead, the Round Lake Trail climbs westward to the junction with the Old Summit Trail (aka Summit Lake Trail #4014) at Square Lake.This trailhead enters the Mt. Jefferson…