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Patjens Lakes Trail #3395
Located in the high elevation ecosystem, Patjens Lake trail passes through a mixed forest of lodgepole pine, western hemlock, and alpine fir. Some of the forested are burned over from fires. Three small lakes are accessed from the trail.
At a Glance
| Permit Info: | There are two types of entry permits required between June 15 and October 15 for entering the Mt. Washington Wilderness from Patjens Trailhead.
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| Usage: | Light-Medium |
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| Water: | Requires treatment |
| Information Center: | McKenzie River Ranger District |
General Information
General Notes:Close to:
Directions:
Access from:
Activities
Day Hiking
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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Backpacking
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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Horse Riding
Alerts & Warnings
- FIRE CLOSURES: Lookout, Bedrock, Cedar Creek, Beachie Creek & Lionshead
- Fall Pile Burning and Prescribed Fire Planned
- Portion of McKenzie River Trail closed; trail detour in place
- Christmas Tree Permits Available Now; 6th Annual Ornament Hunt Nov. 17-Dec. 31
- Forest Road 46 open from Detroit to Estacada
Related Information
Highlights
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Location
Area/Length :
6 miles
Latitude :
44.37746370221129
Longitude :
-121.8807038512569
Elevation :
4400 feet