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Little North Santiam, West Trailhead (Elkhorn)
Trailhead for Little North Santiam Trail #3338. See trail page for more information.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | 12/22/2022: Closed due to Beachie Creek and Lionshead Fire closure. See map. |
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| Fees: | None |
| Usage: | Medium |
| Closest Towns: | Gates and Mill City, Oregon |
| Water: | Water from streams should be filtered. |
| Information Center: | Detroit Ranger Station |
General Information
Directions:From Salem, OR, travel east on Highway 22 approximately 23 miles. Turn left on North Fork Road at the junction with the Oregon Department of Forestry office, which is marked "Little North Santiam Recreation Area".
To access the Little North Santiam, West trailhead, travel about 15 miles to Elkhorn Drive (Forest Service Road 201), turn right onto FS Road 201 and travel about ½ mile the trailhead is on the left.
Parking:
8 - 10 vehicles
Activities
Day Hiking
Backpacking
Alerts & Warnings
Highlights
- Download the Pacific Northwest Forest Service Recreation App!
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- Recreation Passes
Featured Events
- Girls in the Woods 2023
Date(s): Jun 26, 2023 - Jun 30, 2023
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