Scott Mountain Trail #4339
Beginning at Benson Lake Trail #3502 in Mt. Washington Wilderness, Scott Mountain Trail #4339 begins a climb on the southern base of Scott Mountain, looping up the eastern side of the mountain. Early spring snow remains on the upper parts of this trail until a late thaw. The trail continues around the north side of Scott Mountain, opening out of the mixed conifer alpine forest into open meadows and visitas of the surrounding mountains. Scott Mountain Trail #4339 then reaches its terminus at the summit of Scott Mountain.
General Information
Close to:
If entering from Tenas Lake or Fingerboard Prairie Trailheads:
- Overnight Use
- Central Cascades Wilderness Permit between June 15 and October 15.
- Day Use
- Free, self-issue Wilderness Permit (available at the trailhead) between June 15 and October 15.
If entering from Benson/Tenas Trailhead: Central Cascades Wilderness Permits are required between June 15 and October 15 for both day and overnight use at this trailhead. Check out Recreation.gov for more information or call 1-877-444-6777.
A valid Recreation Pass may be used as a form of fee payment at Benson / Tenas Trailhead.
Requires treatment; closest water is available at Benson Lake.
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
Trailhead/Starting Points
Access from:
- Benson / Tenas Trailhead (fee site), head north up Benson Lake Trail #3502 to Scott Mountain Trail #4339
- Tenas Lakes Trailhead, head east up Benson Lake Trail #3502 to Scott Mountain Trail #4339.
- Fingerboard Prairie Trailhead
