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Recreation Region: Middle Fork Ranger District

Abernethy Trail #3671

The 0.7 mile trail begins on the west side of Deer Creek, at the edge of the woods above a grove of alders. The trail stays above Deer Creek, continuing up the drainage through a high elevation forest that consists primarily of Pacific silver fir and mountain hemlock.

You'll find a small lake off to the left and will reach Abernethy Lake a short distance from the small lake. 
 

Current Conditions
For current conditions, please contact the local ranger station.

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

#3671

General Information

A building sits in front of a tree covered hill

Address: 46375 Highway 58 West Fir, OR 97492
Phone: (541) 782-2283
Hours: Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: sm.fs.mfrd@usda.gov

Getting There

Trailhead/Starting Points

Directions

From Oakridge, Oregon, travel east on Highway 58 for 25.5 miles east towards Willamette Pass to Forest Road 5899 (MP 61.5).

Turn right on Forest Road 5899 and proceed 1 mile toward Pengra Pass.

Follow Forest Road 5899-505 to the right for approximately 1.5 miles, turn right on Forest Road 5899-501 and proceed towards Abernethy and the trailhead, which located on the left side of the road.   

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated August 12, 2025