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Iron Mountain Trail #3389
Set aside for its botanical interest, Iron Mountain provides habitat for more than 300 species of flowering plants, which share their beauty throughout the summer season. You will pass through several meadows interspersed with alpine trees before reaching the bare volcanic rock at the top.
This Old Cascades area is a wonderful hiking experience with meadows, springs, alpine environments, and a tremendous variety of flora.
A viewing platform will be waiting for you when you reach the top of the mountain. An interpretive brochure is available at the trailhead.
At a Glance
| Usage: | Heavy |
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| Restrictions: | |
| Closest Towns: | Sweet Home, OR |
| Water: | None |
| Passes: | A valid Recreation Pass is required at Iron Mountain - Road 15 Trailhead and Iron Mountain - Civil Road Trailhead. |
| Information Center: | Sweet Home Ranger Station |
General Information
Directions:Access from:
- Iron Mountain - Road 15 Trailhead (Fee site)
- Iron Mountain - Civil Road Trailhead (Fee site)
Note: You can take a loop hike around Iron Mountain by connecting this trail with the Cone Peak Trail and Santiam Wagon Road.
General Notes:
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Activities
Day Hiking
| Difficulty Level: | Difficult |
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Viewing Plants
Iron Mountain is famous for its spectacular wild flowers in spring. It provides habitat for more than 300 species of flowering plants, which share their beauty throughout the summer season.
Viewing Scenery
Highlights
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Date(s): Jun 26, 2023 - Jun 30, 2023
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