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McKenzie River Trailhead - Upper

Current Conditions
For current conditions, please contact the local ranger station. Forest Service roads are not maintained for snow and ice.

This trailhead provides access to McKenzie River National Recreation Trail #3507, Santiam Wagon Road #3413, and Clear Lake Loop Trail #4341.

General Information

Open year-round.

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 wood building in front of trees

Address: 57600 McKenzie Highway McKenzie Bridge, OR 97413
Phone: (541) 822-3381
Hours: Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: sm.fs.mf@usda.gov

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 44.39444444

Longitude: -122.00166667

Directions

From McKenzie Bridge, OR, take Highway 126 east 17 miles to the north side of Clear Lake Resort.  Turn right (east) on Forest Road 777 to find Upper McKenzie River Trailhead at the end of the road.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Seasonaly availible Potipotty

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are not available at this site.

Horse/Pack Animal Information

Horse/Pack animals are not allowed at this site.

Nearby Trails

Recreation Opportunities

Recreation Groups

A trail bridge in the forest

The upper portion of the McKenzie River is popular for fishing, rafting, drift-boating, and kayaking.

Last updated March 5, 2026