Contact Info
Umatilla National Forest
Hwy. 244
PO Box 158
Ukiah, OR 97880
Hwy. 244
PO Box 158
Ukiah, OR 97880
- Phone:
- 541-427-3231
Basics
- Length:
- 5.1 miles
- Difficulty:
- Difficult
- Time:
- 3 - 4 hours
- Trailhead Elevation:
- 5500 feet
- Elevation Range:
- 4400 feet to 5500 feet
- Elevation Change:
- -1100 feet
- Usage:
- Light
- Season:
- Spring to Fall
Description
Limited parking is available. A few dispersed campsites are located near the trailhead. This trail is a popular route for elk hunters. The Crane Creek Trail is located within the North Fork John Day Wilderness. Closed to all motorized and mechanized equipment, including mountain bikes and carts. Trailpark Pass is required.
Details
Length:
5.1 miles
Difficulty:
Difficult
Time:
3 - 4 hours
Trailhead Elevation:
5500
Elevation Range:
4400 feet to 5500
Elevation Change:
-1100
Usage:
Light
Season:
Spring to Fall
Useful Map(s):
USGS: Trout Meadows
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
Travel 5 miles north of Granite on Forest Road No. 73; or travel 45 miles southeast of Ukiah on Forest road 52/73 to Crane Creek Flat.
