McClellan Trailhead

This trailhead accesses the nonmotorized McClellan Mountain Trail, #216. The trail is in a semi-primitive roadless area allowing hikers a great place to get away and enjoy a quiet place to hike. The trail leads hikers to Fields Peak as well as McClellan Mountain and connects over to the Riley Creek Trail #216A.
At a Glance
Current Conditions: | Visitors should be prepared for rapidly changing weather conditions. Please remember that if you pack it in, please pack it out with you. |
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Fees: | No fee |
Closest Towns: | Mt Vernon, OR |
Water: | No |
Restroom: | No |
Operated By: | Forest Service |
General Information
Directions:From John Day, OR, travel west approximately 18 miles on Highway 26 to the junction with Forest Road 21. Drive south on Forest Road 21, approximately 4.5 miles to the junction with Forest Road 115. Proceed east on Forest Road 115 approximately 1/2 mile to the junction with Forest Road 2160. Travel south on Forest Road 2160 approximately 1/4 mile to the junction with Forest Road 2160-041. Continue traveling south on 2160-041 to the trailhead.
Activities
Dispersed Camping
The trailhead does offer undeveloped camping, which includes a fire ring for those wishing to camp.
Day Hiking
The trailhead is the start of the McClellan Mountain Trail #216. The trail will lead visitors past Fields Peak as well as McClellan Mountain and connects to Riley Creek Trail #216A. The trail is nonmotorized, semi-preimitive roadless area, allowing for a quiet hike in an area that is lightly used.
Backpacking
Viewing Wildlife
The trailhead and McClellan Mountain Trail are both excellent areas for wildlife viewing. Visitors to the area may see deer, elk, big horn sheep, wild horses and a large variety of birds as well as smaller creatures such as squirrels and chipmunks.