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North Fork Sprague Trailhead
Gearhart Mountain Wilderness Trail Map
Provides access to: Gearhart Mountain Trail #100 which connects to the Boulder Springs Trail #101. Both trails are within Gearhart Mountain Wilderness.
The North Fork Sprague Trailhead is one hour and 20 minutes northeast of Bly, Oregon, and about half-mile from Gearhart Mountain Wilderness northern boundary. Visitors will find one vault toilet and a parking area with room for trailer turnaround, but no other amenities. Dispersed camping is allowed.
The North Fork Sprague Trailhead accesses the northern part of the Gearhart Mountain Trail #100 and allows visitors the opportunity to travel south through the middle of the Wilderness or to connect with the Boulder Springs Trail #101. Fishing enthusiasts also use the trailhead to get to Blue Lake, a popular fishing destination in the Wilderness. The lake is about 2.5 miles from the trailhead.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | (Bly Ranger District) |
|---|---|
| Fees: | No fee |
| Open Season: | 06/15 - 09/15; 09/16-06/14 Open with reduced services |
| Usage: | Light |
| Restrictions: | Wilderness regulations apply within Gearhart Mountain Wilderness. No motorized vehicles within the Wilderness boundary. |
| Closest Towns: | Bly, OR |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | Vault Toilet (1) |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Bly Ranger District |
General Information
Parking:This trailhead has a parking area with adequate trailer turnaround room and signed trail directions.
Trail and parking area maintained during open season.
Directions:
North Fork Sprague Trailhead is located one hour 20 minutes northeast of Bly, OR.
From Bly, OR take Oregon Highway 140 toward Lakeview, Oregon, and turn left onto Campbell Road. Then, turn right on Forest Road (FS) Road 34. Follow FS Road 34 then left on FS Road 3372. Continue on FS Road 3372 to trailhead.
General Notes:
Safety: The Gearhart Mountain Wilderness was significantly impacted by the 2021 Bootleg Fire. Large segments of this wilderness have a tree mortality rate of 91% or greater. Two of the three trailheads accessing this wilderness, Lookout Rock Trailhead and Deming Creek Trailhead, will remain closed until further notice.
North Fork Sprague Trailhead is open. There are hundreds of trees down on the trail system within this wilderness and the trail tread is difficult to find in multiple locations due to fire impacts. It’s estimated that 50+ trees are on the ground between North Fork Sprague Trailhead and Blue Lake. Visitors are cautioned of the following:
- Visitors should not assume these, or any National Forest System lands, are safe. Post-fire recovery work continues even as areas reopen. Visitors are encouraged to stay alert while travelling through work areas.
- While the landscape is recovering, effects of fire can create hazards that could still be a threat in recently burned areas for the next five to ten years. Hazards may include flash floods and debris flows; falling rocks; burned stump holes, root chambers; infrastructure damage and fire-weakened trees.
- Carefully consider travel routes and campsite locations during and after rain or high wind events. Be aware of potential hazards uphill or upstream of your location.
- For more information about safety in burned areas, visit: https://go.usa.gov/xzSmX.
- We remind visitors to be aware of fire conditions in the area you are visiting and follow guidelines to prevent human-caused fire starts. The public’s role in recreating responsibly has never been more important.
- The Forest Service thanks our partners and the public for their cooperation and understanding.
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