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Recreation Region: Detroit Ranger District

Bingham Ridge Trailhead

This trailhead provides access to:

  • Bingham Ridge Trail #3421
  • Lake of the Woods Trail #3493

See Trail page for more information.

General Information

Open 24 hours/day

There are two types of entry permits required between June 15 and October 15 for entering the Mt. Jefferson Wilderness from this trailhead:

  • Overnight Use
  • Day-Use
    • Free, self-issue Wilderness Permit (available at the trailhead) between June 15 and October 15.

Check out Recreation.gov for more information or call 1-877-444-6777.

No fees are required for this site

Within developed recreation sites, dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet, or otherwise under physical restrictive control. 36 CFR 261.16(j)

A sign that says, "detroit ranger station willamette national forest" with a building in the background

Address: 44125 North Santiam Highway SE Detroit, OR 97342
Phone: (503) 854-3366
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: sm.fs.mf@usda.gov

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 44.6065

Longitude: -121.9104

Directions

From Detroit, Oregon, travel East on Highway 22 for 17 miles to Minto Road (Forest Road 2253). Turn left and travel 5 miles to parking on the right and the trailhead on the left.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated April 26th, 2025