South Breitenbush Trail #3375
This is one of several ways to reach Jefferson Park in the Mt. Jefferson Wilderness. The trail climbs above the South Breitenbush River through Douglas-Fir, Western Hemlock along with stands of Western White Pine. The trail crosses several small creeks within the first 1.5 miles and beyond that gets very rough in sections as it climbs to several small meadows with alpine flowers and seasonal ponds. Once in Jefferson Park, the trail intersects with the Pacific Crest Trail.
Details
- Distance: 6.1 miles (one way)
- Elevation: begins at 3050 ft. elevation and ends at 5850 ft. elevation
- Difficulty: Difficult
Specific Trail Information
Trail Number
General Information
A valid recreation pass may be used as a form of fee payment or Central Cascades Wilderness Permits holders must leave a permit trailhead vehicle pass in vehicle.
Central Cascades Wilderness Permits are required between June 15 and October 15 for both day and overnight use. Check out Recreation.gov for more information or call 1-877-444-6777.
No potable water
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
Trailhead/Starting Points
Access from South Breitenbush Trailhead
Directions
From Detroit, Oregon, turn left onto Breitenbush Road (Highway 46), travel for 14 miles, turn right onto Forest Road 4685. Travel for 5 miles, just before the first major 180 degree turn in the road you'll see the trailhead on the right.
