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:
- 6.8 miles
- Difficulty:
- Difficult
- Time:
- 4.5 to 5.5 hours
- Trailhead Elevation:
- 5200 feet
- Elevation Range:
- 5200 feet to 6300 feet
- Elevation Change:
- 1100 feet
- Usage:
- Light
- Season:
- Summer to Fall
Description
A developed spring can be found at the base of the trail. Limited parking is available. Dispersed campsites with corrals are located close to the trailhead. The Forks Trail is located within the North Fork John Day Wilderness. Closed to all motorized and mechanized equipment including mountain bikes and carts. Northwest Forest Pass required.
Details
Length:
6.8 miles
Difficulty:
Difficult
Time:
4.5 to 5.5 hours
Trailhead Elevation:
5200
Elevation Range:
5200 feet to 6300
Elevation Change:
1100
Usage:
Light
Season:
Summer to Fall
Useful Map(s):
USGS: Desolation Butte SW
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
Travel southeast from Ukiah on Forest Road No. 52 approx. 24 miles, turn right on Forest Road No. 5225 approx. 3.5 miles to the Forks Guard Station. The trail takes off just behind the Station.
