Contact Info
88401 Hwy. 82
Enterprise, OR 97828
- Phone:
- 541-426-4978
Basics
- Length:
- 17.6 round trip
- Difficulty:
- Difficult
- Time:
- 9 - 11 hours
- Trailhead Elevation:
- 2900 feet
- Elevation Range:
- 2900 feet to 7500 feet
- Elevation Change:
- 4600 feet
- Season:
- Summer to Fall
Basic Directions
Take State Highway No. 82 to Big Canyon Road. Turn south and take Forest Road No. 8270 and then Forest Road No. 190 to the end of the road. Not maintained for passenger vehicles or RV's.
Description
The trail is well signed at the trailhead, boundary and all junctions. Much of this trail is along the ridgetop, but will go in and out of forested areas where you will see many old ponderosa pine trees. The trailhead is equipped with a stock unloading ramp. This trail also offers excellent wildlife viewing opportunities.
There are many dispersed campsites along this route. The guard station cabin is in good condition, but is not for public use. There are several trails that come together near the cabin, making it an excellent choice for a base camp.
NW Forest Passes are not required at the Cougar Ridge Trailhead.
Make sure to take plenty of water with you. Mosquitoes cna be a nuisance in the meadow areas around the cabin in the early summer months. You can expect solitude along this trailexcept during hunting season.
