Elk-Devils Trail
The Elk-Devils Trail #12 roughly parallels Century Drive, and follows a historic route in places. It travels from Elk Lake to its terminus at the Wickiup Plains Trail #12.1, just west of Devils Lake. This trail passes by several small springs and through a mix of lodgepole and mountain hemlock forest.
The Elk-Devils Trail is located in the Three Sisters Wilderness. Wilderness Permits are required from the following trailheads:
- Elk Lake Trailhead | Day Use: Free, Self-issue Overnight: Central Cascades Wilderness Permit
- Sisters Mirror Trailhead | Day Use & Overnight: Central Cascades Wilderness Permit
- Wickiup Plains Trailhead | Day Use & Overnight: Central Cascades Wilderness Permit
Specific Trail Information
Trail Number
12
Trail Type
Standard/Terra Trail — A trail that has a surface consisting predominantly of the ground and that is designed and managed to accommodate use on that surface.
General Information
- Wilderness restrictions apply in the Three Sisters Wilderness
- 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 (e.g. rocks, artifacts, etc.)
- Please bury human waste 6-8 inches deep and at least 200 feet away from water
Address: 63095 Deschutes Market Road Bend, OR 97701
Phone: (541) 383-5300
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