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Marys Peak
Marys Peak, at 4,097 feet, is the highest point in Oregon’s Coast Range and the most prominent peak to the west of Corvallis. On a clear day, from Marys Peak Day Use at the top of the peak, you can see both the Pacific Ocean to the west and many of the Cascade peaks to the east across the Willamette Valley.
Hiking options include Meadowedge Trail, East Ridge Trail, North Ridge Trail, Summit Trail, and Tie Trail. When there's snow, cross country skiing, snowshoeing and other non-motorized winter recreation are available, although the road to the day use area is not maintained for winter travel and caution is advised. Download a trail guide here. Área Marys Peak folleto en español aquí.
Marys Peak has been designated a Scenic Botanical Area because of its rich, unique scenery and plants. The open meadows offer a range of wildflowers throughout the spring and summer. Wildflower displays in the meadow and rock gardens change throughout the late spring and summer months. The rich rolling meadows of Marys Peak are fringed by a unique Noble fir forest. Learn more about the vegetation and plant communities found on Marys Peak from the Oregon Native Plant Society here.
In 2015, the Siuslaw National Forest began a meadow restoration project on Marys Peak. Through carefully planned tree removal, native planting, and other management activities, we are working to restore scenic views and historic meadows. We are also coordinating with Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) as they develop a proposal to upgrade their communications equipment on Marys Peak. To learn more about the BPA project click here.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | 8/1/2024: Bikes allowed on trails May 15 through Oct. 15. |
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| Usage: | Heavy |
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| Closest Towns: | Corvallis, OR |
| Water: | No water available at Marys Peak |
| Information Center: | Central Coast Ranger District Siuslaw National Forest Supervisor's Office |
General Information
Directions:Follow Highway 34 west from Philomath for 10 miles then turn north from Highway 34 onto Marys Peak Road. In 5.5 miles you will reach Conner’s Camp, the Lower East Ridge trailhead location.
Meadow Edge Trail is located 3.3 miles beyond Conner’s Camp at the Marys Peak campground.
The upper trailhead from East Ridge and North Ridge is located at the end of Marys Peak Road, 0.5 miles beyond the Marys Peak campground.
NOTE: The roads to Marys Peak from Highway 34 are not maintained for winter travel. Always watch out for potentially dangerous conditions from heavy rains, slides, falling trees and debris, high winds and heavy snowfall when traveling in the Coast Range. Snow may limit driving access to trailheads. North Ridge trail is accessed from Highway 20 which is at a lower elevation and less affected by winter weather. In all cases, even if you can reach a trailhead, trail access may be limited by snow. Conditions change quickly. Please check weather before heading out.
General Notes:
Activities
Mountain Biking
Recreation areas with activity Mountain Biking:Day Hiking
Recreation areas with activity Day Hiking:- Conner's Camp Day Use
- Conner's Camp Trailhead
- East Ridge Trail #1324
- Marys Peak Campground
- Marys Peak Day Use
- Meadowedge Trail #1325
- North Ridge Trail #1350
- Summit Trail #1388
- Tie Trail #1313
- Woods Creek Trailhead
Viewing Wildlife
Recreation areas with activity Viewing Wildlife:| Species | good birding |
Viewing Plants
Recreation areas with activity Viewing Plants:| Species | wildflowers |
Viewing Scenery
Recreation areas with activity Viewing Scenery:Picnicking
Recreation areas with activity Picnicking:- Conner's Camp Day Use
- Conner's Camp Trailhead
- East Ridge Trail #1324
- Marys Peak Campground
- Marys Peak Day Use
Alerts & Warnings
- Tahkenitch Boat Ramp Closed for Repairs
- Use northern route to access Drift Creek Falls
- Potential high water at Old Bark Sand Camping
- Sweet Creek Falls Homestead Trail bridge failure
- Delays and temporary road closures for Forest Service Roads 3200, 2500, & 2127
- Roads temporarily inaccessible for stream restoration
- Intermittent forest road work and delays north of Hebo
- Forest Road 789 - Poor Condition
