Cougar West Trailhead
This trailhead is located near the northern boundary of Ochoco National Forest and provides access to the western terminus of Cougar Trail (#835).
In the summer of 2014, the Bailey Butte fire burned through this area and much of the damage is still visible. Forest Service crews have spent considerable time clearing and stabilizing trails, and removing hazard trees.
Please be cautions in this area as not all of the hazards can be mitigated.
General Information
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 44.546856
Longitude: -120.446883
Directions
From Prineville, Oregon:
Head east for approximately 28 miles on Highway 26.
Turn left onto Forest Service Road 27 and head west for approximately 5 Miles.
Stay right at the junction of Forest Service Road 27 and Forest Service Road 250 to merge onto Forest Service Road 250.
Stay on Forest Service Road 250 for approximately 4 miles.
Turn right onto Forest Service Road 2735 and proceed for approximately 4 miles.
Cougar West Trailhead will be on your right just before Forest Service Road 2735 makes a very sharp left turn.
Parking
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.