This is a FREE campsite. from the area until 1954. Length 13.8 miElevation gain 3,336 ftRoute type Out & back. Turn left onto Timpanogas Road 2154. #2. Because the rocks are loose you have to watch your footing carefully. 380 for 4.1 miles, then at a sign for Summit Lake continue straight onto, NF-380 for 1.8 rough miles. For example, theAconcagua mountain page has the 'Aconcagua Group' and the 'Seven Summits' asparents and is a parent itself to many routes, photos, and Trip Reports. This is a great PCT. Fire restrictions stillwerein place, so I was without a campfire, which is just as well since Id need to haul out wood from the mainland. Its about protecting what sustains us. Oregon, United States, North America . Area. Sign up to receive our newsletter packed with the best adventure guides, travel ideas, news, and articles. But in order to enjoy it, youll have to make sure you are visiting Summit Lake after mosquito season, which sometimes ends as early as August. It is not a bad climb if ridden from north to south either. Discover campsites, ranches, vineyards, farms, glamping, public parks and more. Oregon Route 138 is an Oregon state highway that runs between the city of Elkton and a junction with U.S. Route 97 at Diamond Lake Junction. That was my experience, at least, during a trip to one of Oregons only mountain lakes where its possible to boat in and set up tent on an island. Follow this road and signs for Summit Lake about 6.5 miles to a major (but barely marked) junction. Its about nourishment and learning. Parents refers to a larger category under which an object falls. I spent the rest of the day exploring surrounding islands and peninsulas and found many other outstanding campsites and unsuccessfully trying to catch fish. And nows a good timeto explore the iconic mountain lakes and trails near Oakridge. Directions: There are two routes from Willamette Pass Highway 58 in Oakridge. Although not technically a dispersed campsite, Mt. Enjoy this 5.8-mile out-and-back trail near Crescent, Oregon. Park where the restored narrow gauge "Stump Dodger" train takes Due to our late start there was less lounging time at the cabin (Hoodoo's Crescent Lake Resort) than we wanted, but we were still able to enjoy some fishing, beer, and a nice dinner. For this story, Im spotlighting my three favorite lakes in the area Timpanogas, Summit and Waldo. Drive from Eugene to Crescent Lake (< 2hrs) where a cabin is already reserved. 2006-2021 SummitPost.org. Backtrack to trailhead/car, drive to Crescent Lake, home. All rights reserved. Following a generally east-west route over the summit of the southern Cascade Range, the road passes through miles of forestland and provides brief views of Mount McLoughlin. At a fork take a slight right for 0.3 miles, then continue straight ontoNF-700 for 5.2 miles. By continuing below, you agree to Hipcamps. Download the Pacific Northwest Forest Service Recreation App! Its about protecting what sustains us. It's not completelyfree of flames and smoke, but it doesn't have massive closures in place. 4431 Highway 20 Oregon Department of Transportation. Share sensitive information only Turn left at a very faint sign for Summit Lake and FSR 6010 and follow this awful rutted road a few short miles to Summit Lake Campground. These rocks are loose so choose your footing wisely and just take it slow. Registration 6:00 to 7:15 a.m. All Runners Pistol Start at 7:30 a.m. All Walkers Pistol Start at 7:31 a.m. During good water Backcountry sites. Two passes, Fandango and Cedar bisect the range and provide the only reasonable opportunities to cross the mountains by car. Summit Lake is home to a very small campground with three closely spaced sites with a bathroom and boat launch. United States. on official, secure websites. Boat ramp. In a nutshell: A very pretty mountain lake just south of the Diamond Peak Wilderness. In particular, NF-398 from Crescent Lake to Summit Lake will take time to drive. It also is the preferred route to points further southeast, including Reno, Nevada.Finally, it is an important alternate route for traffic moving up and down the West Coast, as bad weather frequently closes Interstate 5 . It was a simple backtrack down the Climber's trail, the PCT, and back to camp at Rockpile Lake for the night. The trail passes through common alpine vegetation of mountain hemlock, lodgepole pine, western white pine, Pacific silver fir and whitebark pine. weekends and holidays throughout the summer months. "Money itself is worth far more than anything you could possibly buy with it. ", Diamond Peak, South Approach; Overview Map, Diamond Peak from East shore of Odell Lake, Alex pointing out the cairn marking the Climber's Trail, Summit Lake (looking south) from the Climber's Trail, One of many cairns along the Climbers Trail, Panorama from the false summit (looking north to the true summit), Images Its three sites offer only picnic tables and fire pits; the campground has a single vault toilet and an unimproved boat ramp in the middle; accessing the campground from any direction is a difficult prospect requiring a high-clearance, four-wheel drive or all-wheel drive vehicle; and finally, when you are there at the wrong time of year, the mosquitoes can become absolutely terrible. Perhaps predictably, the sites are all first-come, first-served. Discover and book tent camping, RV parks, cabins, treehouses, and glampingeverywhere from national parks to blueberry farms. Trailhead address: Old Topanga Canyon Road & Summit to Summit Motorway, Topanga, CA 90290. Situated in Kalmath National Forest right on Oregon's southern border, this remote dispersed campground is close to the Pacific Crest Trail and Mt. Short season. We reached the summit about 3:30 pm, took our pictures and put our names in the summit register. I wasted no time setting up my tent and organizing camp, then celebrating with a cool swim. It's unmarked but noted to be a "well worn booth path" with a cairn marking its junction with the PCT. Find him on Facebook at Zachs Oregon Outdoors or @ZachsORoutdoors on Twitter. Diamond Peak. All loaded up, I pushed off from the shoreline and onto the water. Elevation: 3,100' gain, 2,700' loss. Gorgeous Cascade lake. The climb is non-technical but requires some route-finding on a trek of 11 miles round-trip with 3,000 feet of climb. United States government. Alex, his first trip of the type, was incredulous that a "pile of rocks which would easily be knocked over by an animal" would serve as our navigational guide. All three selections here are fairly wild and camping-centric, but you can also get a more civilized experience at Crescent Lake and Odell Lake resorts. The campground, then, is a great choice if one of the three spots is available when you arrive. The trail comes out from the woods and turns a sharp corner coming to a large open area with some rocks and a great view of Summit Lake, Cowhorn Mountain and Thielsen. Turn off PCT to the unmarked "Climber's Trail" to the false summit then summit. The lake rewards every effort, and the campground provides some of the more open camping areas around the lake. This option requires more planning and there are plenty of regulations about where youre allowed to put down a tent. Summit Lake Trail In the Oregon Cascades Recreation Area, this trail begins from the Summit Lake Trailhead on Forest Road 6010, crosses Windy Lakes Trail #50, and ends at the Oldenberg Lake Trail #45. 370). Longer but less rough route:From Oakridge, head east on Highway 58 for 2 miles and turn right at a sign for Hills Creek Dam. The Climber's Trail is roughly 1 mile and 2000' gain over talus/scree to the false summit, then a short walk/scramble (~.25mi) to the true summit. View listing photos, review sales history, and use our detailed real estate filters to find the perfect place. But the most endearing characteristic may be the many small islands that rest just off shore all the way around the lake. The path is well worn and becomes clear; however you may opt for talus-hopping as it may make for faster travel. It is the youngest, geologically speaking having the most recent volcanic activity of the Three Sisters. It is very easy to continue going straight down after the rocky/boulder area, which will put you out at Marie Lake, the small lake near Rockpile Trail. Before you leave town, be sure to gas up, as no services are available Turn left at a very faint sign for Summit Lake and FSR 6010 and follow this awful rutted road a few short miles to Summit Lake Campground. Turn right for half a mile. values, and is a popular destination for outdoor people. and Anthony Lake (D to F) the road is often closed until July due to snow. More than 23 miles of trail surround the lake. Thank You! Timpanogas also makes a wonderful base camp for hiking or backpacking. Sharing is caring, y'all. Of the three lakes featured here, Waldo is the most famous, developed and consequently crowded. We hit the trail with high spirits just after 8 am. Pass by a metal gate and begin an ascent along the Summit to Summit Motorway. 3 talking about this. Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge, Minnesota. All rights reserved. Some of the islands are too small for campsites, but after boating around for less than 45 minutes, I pulled to the rocky shore of a promising patch of land. Indeed, it is because of this view, this incredible location, that Summit Lake Campground is an absolute gem in spite of itself. The Staley Fire is somewhatnear Timpanogas and Summit, but both remain open to the public. The Byway turns You'll pass by a water tank and the road becomes dirt. trout; a half-mile long paved trail offers river access. by a ghost. https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/wallowa-whitman/recarea/?recid=80827. I opted for the longer route, which follows paved FSR 21 most of the way and includes less time on awful FSR 6010. This section is fully exposed; it would be a direct but annoying retreat to treeline if storms rolled in. The lake, second in size to Crater Lake, allows no motorized boats, giving kayaks, canoes, paddle boards, etc. The majority of boat-in camping spots are on the north end, among a scattering of small islands off a main peninsula that juts into the lake. (Total of 112 miles), Top One Night Backpacking Trips in Oregon, Corvallis to Sea Trail - Sugarbowl Creek segment (members only), Park Meadow to Golden Lake (members only), Middle Fork Willamette Trail (members only), Quinn Lakes & Eddeeleo Lakes (members only), Blair Lake to Spring Prairie (members only), Strawberry Lake & Strawberry Falls (members only), Top Tips For Hiking With Infants And Toddlers, Long Sleeved Shirts For Cold Weather Hiking, Storing Your Bear Canister When Backpacking, Outdoor Herbivore Backpacking Food Review, Drive OR-58 east to the outskirts of town and then turn right onto, Drive on OR-62 east for 49.5 miles, then make a s. Total of 138.5 miles via Oakridge. Heading north takes you into the Diamond Peak Wilderness, withhighlights such as Rockpile and Marie lakes. For 80 years, boisterous Granite produced It was a nice easy hike through typical Pac NW conifer forest along the PCT. You can see bear, elk, cougar, and there have even been wolf sightings. Bicycles and motorized vehicles are not permitted. We believe good things come from people spending time outside. Easier day-hikes bring you to Rockpile and Marie lakes, while a more challenging adventure of 10 to 13 miles and 4,000 feet of climb bring you to the summit of Diamond Peak. Three miles past Indigo Springs Campground, turn left on Timpanogas Road 2154. Road to Summit Lake Near Diamond Peak Oregon. Their stories live on in Granite's abandoned buildings. It was my first backpacking trip with my 2 best friends (Alex and James; they had a combined 1 backcountry night between them prior to this). They might be covered by smoke during a trip, but that will depend on which way the wind is blowing. full access. This is just one of the great singletrack trails in the Crescent Lake area. 30 to reach Baker City. All rights reserved. It's much steeper going than the PCT was, but its solidly within Class I territory. A five-pound Westfir, OR 97492 A grove of drooping pines provided shade, and the shoreline included large basalt boulders on one side and a sliver of sand beach on the other. into Phillips Lake, which is a popular boating and fishing spot. Know as well that all the roads around Summit Lake are primitive at best, and youll want a high-clearance, four-wheel drive or all-wheel drive vehicle to negotiate them. continues west, past fields of dredge tailings (the earth disturbed by We made slow but steady progress to the false summit (about 3 pm) without issue. (541) 383-5300. Bueller? We promise not to annoy you, but if you wish, you may unsubscribe at any time. From Turn left on Forest Road 2160 and continue for approximately 1 mile then turn right on 2160-380. Zillow has 2385 homes for sale. the late 1800s, Baker City was dubbed the Queen City of the Mines. Here you won't see any rock cairns, but it's easy to see that you just go straight up. Full of deep ruts and large boulders, the road is treacherous any time of the year but particularly in early summerdue to late snowmelt that makes it easy to get stuck in snow or mud. Beyond Phillips Lake, a side road leads to the Sumpter Valley Railroad This 106-mile loop is a voyage through gold booms, ghost towns and the The segment of the trail accessed from this trailhead follows open rolling country along the crest of the Cascade Mountains. Day Stats: Distance ~ 10.5 miles. Diamond Peak and Marie and Rockpile Lakes. 0:35 - Gate just before Adamsville Avenue. The 6 miles of road NF-398 from Crescent Lake to Summit Lake is some of the roughest road you will ever experience in Oregon and the road gets worse every single year. After 0.5 miles, turn, ontoNF-398 for 2.1 miles. 2023 Hipcamp, Inc. All rights reserved. . LockA locked padlock Continue on 42 to Forest Road 4200-141. The highway is signed east-west. Call a ranger to learn more about this camp at Summit Lake is located in a sort of no mans land on the southern border of the Diamond Peak Wilderness, and two routes provide access. Mountains eventually stopped producing, agriculture and the arrival of Coordinates: 43.46253, -122.13376 Waldo Lake For 80 years, boisterous Granite produced gold and some legendary characters . This made the trip an easier sell to Alex who enjoys his creature comforts (running water, cold beer) and facilitated logistics overall. Follow this paved road half a mile and then turn right onto FSR 21. The Anthony Lake area is also home Day 0 we left the house later than planned, took OR-58 southeast out of Eugene and about 1.5 hours later we arrived at Crescent Lake. 2006-2021 SummitPost.org. It is rated 'very difficult' only because there is route finding involved near the top as well as maneuvering around the spine's rock spires. (view looking south of the false summit from the spine), (view to the north from Diamond Peak summit). Print/PDF map. One area where the fires haven't been quite so bad isWillamette Pass, southeast of Eugene. Access to the campground is rough in good conditions, and excessive rain may make the road impassible, not to mention snow. until you reach Baker City. The roads are mostly paved to four campgrounds. . Real-time Red Flag Warnings and Fire Weather Watch Warnings help keep our community safe. (Total of 41.1 miles. Stay on this road for a total of 10.3 miles. Oregon. The purity of the water that makes it to Summit Lake, combined with the relatively small area of the drainage basin that feeds it, gives the lake a characteristic clarity that is alternately sapphire, turquoise, and gold depending on lake depth. passengers to the town of Sumpter; the Dodger runs four times daily on **If you Google directions to Summit Lake DO NOT take the suggested route even if Google says it is faster. It serves as a trailhead for both the Summit Lake and North Powder River Trails. This road should not be attempted unless you have a very high clearance Jeep or 4Runner. Photos. 541-782-2283, https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/willamette/recarea/?recid=81076, MRRD: Helicopter Operations Occurring 4/14/23-6/14/23, FIRE CLOSURES: Cedar Creek, Beachie Creek & Lionshead, Holiday Farm, Potter, etc, Forest Road 46 open for 11 miles; portion closed to vehicle traffic. You may pick up your race packet on Friday at Summit Christian College anytime between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Saturday, May 6th. Hike the PCT: The Pacific Crest Trail runs alongside Summit Lake and can be hiked to the north or south. 770 for another 2 miles. ), ontoOR-138 W and stay on this road for 9.4 miles. Diamond Peak Via Pacific Crest Trail. It is very steep and the rocks are loose, so take it slow. Valley in the Baker City area to mine gold. Summit Lake, which alsoishome to a boat ramp, outhouse and small campground, is a classic high-risk, high-reward outdoor experience. Distance: 106 miles Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas. This trip, perhaps not very notable for much of the community here at Summit Post, was special to me for a few reasons. Reminder You can select the order of your own photos in your Host Dashboard so that they will show up exactly where you want them to on your listing. We believe good things come from people spending time outside. We arrived at the trailhead (PCT) parking lot (just NNW of Summit Lake), 2 other cars were there (could see 1 tent pitched near Summit Lake) but didn't see/hear any people. Turn right at signs for Crescent Lake and follow FSR 60 for 7.2 miles around the north side of the reservoir. Its about building relationships with the outdoors and each other. It is the primary route between the Willamette Valley and south-central Oregon, including the Klamath Falls region. These factors weighed heavily on my choosing Diamond Peak and this "southern route via Crescent and Summit Lakes." Personally, I love bringing a hammock, lunch and book to Indigo. Butisland camping alsocanbe lonely, especially on a solo trip, without even the mainland chipmunks around to keep you company. Hike up South Sister (10,358 ft.), Oregon's third tallest mountain, for incredible views and a great introduction to high-altitude hiking. The jagged larger boulders in their search for gold. Days spent gliding across sapphire water in a canoe or kayak, weaving among islands and peninsulas in search of sand beaches and groves of huckleberries,is an experience close to heaven. Navigating the way down with the GPS track that you recorded when going up will be very helpful. Climb Diamond Peak: You dont need ropes to ascend the dramatic shield volcano that rises over Willamette Pass. We had a successful summit, everything went to plan, and we all enjoyed ourselves. Summit Lake has a small first come first serve campground if you want to spend the night after a long day of summiting. After 2 rough miles, the trailhead will be on your left. Ashland. The road will cross a bridge, stay right on NF-21 for another 21paved miles. Road to Summit Lake Near Diamond Peak Oregon. Total of 76.4 miles via Crescent Lake and NF-398 which requires a high clearance vehicle. Turn, /US Frst Service Rd. While this poses some challenges for planning, it also protects this gorgeous and sensitive area from becoming too overrun. There is a lot of wildlife here and in fall it is a popular hunting area. 2023Outdoor Project. After the less-than-enjoyable drive, I arrived at Summit Lake and got my first view. 541-822-3381, Middle Fork Ranger District There is very little ground vegetation some of which consists of dwarf huckleberry. Nearby, Grabbing your own little island in the sun on a pristine Cascade lake with a view of Diamond Peak isn't a bad way to pass the time. By the time evening arrived, Id arranged a nice place for reading and star-watching. Outdoor Project may earn commission on products purchased through our links, which supports the work we do for our readers. The first is making camp at a developed campground or walk-in spot. Three campgrounds on the shore offer quiet, peaceful places for families, friends and couples. Theres something unique about camping on an island, and Summit Lake is a near-perfect place to experience it. Try this 13.8-mile out-and-back trail near Crescent, Oregon. Season: Late June/July to September/October, depending on snow. Would you recommend Summit Lake Campground? Difficult to reach. We promise not to annoy you, but if you wish, you may unsubscribe at any time. Park. (view to the south from Diamond Peak summit), *All pictures unless otherwise marked are taken by Franziska Weinheimer, connector trail and would eventually take you to. The ideal time to visit Summit Lake is early September, after Labor Day, when the weather is warm enough for swimming but the nights are cool enough to eliminate mosquitoes. There are other routes (to the summit in general) and to Summit Lake/trailhead, but the closest was from the east which is why I chose Crescent Lake as our frontcountry access point. As planned, the trip was a complete success. Try visiting in June, July or early August and youll get massacred by bloodthirsty hoards of tiny vampires that seem to laugh out loud if you try mosquito repellant. Crowds: Moderate. around the rock spires, the only slightly sketchy part of this whole hike. From Baker City, Oregonhead north on Highway 30 toward Haines for approximately 10 miles; In Haines turn left and follow the Anthony Lake Highway signsfor approximately 11 milesto Foothill Road; Turn left on Foothill Road and go south for approximately 3.5 miles to Bulger Flat Lane (County Road 566); Turn right on Bulger Flat Lane and head west and south west on an unnamed road for approximately 4 miles to the Forest Service (FS) boundary; At the FS boundary the road becomes FS road 7301; Follow FS road 7301 for approximately 5 miles to the trailhead. Early September in Oregon forecast good weather (no storms), day/night temps 70s/40s. We reached camp just after 6pm. Minimum Drive Time: 3-5 hours Directions:There are two routes from Willamette Pass Highway 58 in Oakridge. Your personal car/vehicle situation will largely determine this. Contact the Middle Fork Ranger District for details (541-782-2283). Then bear right onto Road 21 and follow this paved route 31.2 miles. Baker Valley and the distant Wallowa Mountains. 21 for 0.5 miles, then turn, /US Frst Service Rd. Indeed, 3106 Pierce Parkway SuiteD Turn, to stay onNF-2154 for 2.5 miles. peaks in view here form the backdrop for the Anthony Lakes Recreation Diamond Peak rises above the south shoreline, and numerous islands and inlets invite exploring via boat. Outdoor Project may earn commission on products purchased through our links, which supports the work we do for our readers. Granite, the Byway turns north onto Forest Road 73. 2023Outdoor Project. A canoe would be a better choice, but on a solo trip, I opted for easier traveling. Elevation: 3,100' gain, 2,700' loss. Water: No. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 28 min to complete. Summit Lake is the smallest and most remote of the three-lake sequence that sits in the glaciated basin just east of Diamond Peak. Learn more about how to apply the principles of Leave No Trace on your next outdoor adventure. 541-426-5546, Clarkston - Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, 2535 Riverside Drive gold and some legendary characters like Skedaddle Smith, One-eyed Dick, The summit is fairly large and flat and during non-windy conditions (which is rare) you could even spend the night up there and witness a life changing sunset and sunrise. We integrate with the National Weather Service to provide valuable fire advisories to Hosts and Hipcampers. And the view will be divine. Wallowa-Whitman National Forest Headquarters and WhitmanRanger District, 1550 Dewey Ave Diamond Peak sits within the Diamond Peak Wilderness which is part of Willamette National Forest. Continue straight ontoNF-770 for 0.7 miles, then continue ontoFS-6000. Theres also a rustic shelter that can be rented it has a dirt floor and planks for beds, so dont expect the Hilton. La Grande, OR 97850 Official websites use .gov A .gov It was a simple backtrack down the Climber's trail, the PCT, and back to camp at Rockpile Lake for the night. Thanked: 183 times in 105 posts. Or view a regional map of surrounding Los Angeles trails and campgrounds. Instead, the pure, clear water you see in Summit Lake comes straight from years of Cascade snowmelt and rain, and in turn this lake becomes a primary source for the much larger . Continue on for approximately 31 miles take a left on Forest Road 2154 and continue for 4 miles. Unknown; no water crossings, camp side lake was our source and seemed at average water level. The trail to the left takes you to Rockpile and Marie Lake and the trail to the right is a, As you get closer to the Diamond Peak climber trail junction, you will catch glimpses of the mountain through the trees. Chambers Lakes: From Sisters, drive 1.4 miles west on McKenzie Pass Highway, aka Oregon 242. Unlike Odell Lake and Crescent Lake, Summit Lake has no major, single stream to feed it. Information: Crescent Ranger District Office, (541) 433-3200. At a Glance Activities Bicycling Hiking Horse Riding & Camping Alerts & Warnings Willamette NF Fire Closures View All Forest Alerts Recreation Areas

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