Recreation Region: Deschutes NF - Sisters-Metolius Area
Tam McArthur Rim Trailhead
The Tam McArthur Rim Trailhead provides access to the Tam McArthur Trail #4078 and Three Sisters Wilderness.
The Tam McArthur Rim 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.
General Information
- Wilderness restrictions apply
- Maps of areas where special restrictions apply:
- 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.
Wilderness Permits required for visitors to the Three Sisters Wilderness.
- Day and Overnight visitors: Central Cascades Wilderness Permit required between June 15 and October 15; reserve at Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.
Getting There
Directions
From Sisters, OR: 16.4 miles south on Forest Road 16.
Location: Three Creek Lake
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restroom information is not available for this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
