Linton Lake Trailhead

This trailhead provides access to Linton Lake Trail #3519 (which accesses the Three Sisters Wilderness). See trail page for more information.

At a Glance

Current Conditions:	Access is dependent on McKenzie Highway (OR Hwy 242), which is closed in the winter. Check tripcheck.com for conditions.
Operational Hours:	Access is dependent on McKenzie Highway (OR Hwy 242), which is closed in the winter. Check tripcheck.com for conditions.
Fees:	$5/vehicle/day or valid recreation pass.
Permit Info:	There are two types of entry permits required between June 15 and October 15 for entering the Three Sisters Wilderness from this trailhead. 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. Check out Recreation.gov for more information or call 1-877-444-6777.
Usage:	Heavy
Restrictions:	Wilderness Regulations Weed Free Feed Required
Closest Towns:	McKenzie Bridge, OR
Water:	Requires treatment
Passes:	A valid recreation pass may be used as a form of fee payment.
Information Center:	McKenzie River Ranger Station

General Information

Directions:

From McKenzie Bridge, OR, travel east on Highway 126 to Highway 242. Travel east on Highway 242 for 11 miles to the parking area at Alder Springs Campground on the north side of the highway. Linton Lake Trailhead is directly across the highway south from the parking area.