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Jackpot Meadows Trail - No. 492

Contact Info
Mt. Hood National Forest
70220 E. Hwy. 26
Zigzag, OR 97049

Phone:
503-622-3191
Basics
Length:
4.7 miles
Difficulty:
Difficult
Time:
3 - 4 hours
Trailhead Elevation:
3100 feet
Elevation Range:
3100 feet to 4000 feet
Elevation Change:
900 feet
Season:
May to early November

Description

This trail connects the Salmon River Trail to the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail. The trail brings visitors by Jackpot Meadow and Dry Meadow both at the 3800’ and to an upper section of Salmon River. From northern trailhead, the trail drops down into Salmon River where a small footbridge crosses the river. It climbs out of the river canyon again on its south side on a rocky, exposed trail for about a mile. A couple spots on the trail is a bit confusing due to various old road intersections from many year ago. The southern 2-3 miles of trail is on fairly gentle terrain till it reaches the PCT a couple miles north of Timothy Lake.

Regulations & Leave No Trace Information: Leave No Trace Principles ?? Plan Ahead and Prepare Be Considerate of Other Visitors ?? Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces Leave What You Find ?? Dispose of Waste Properly Minimize Campfire Impacts ?? Respect Wildlife.

Details

Length:
4.7 miles
Difficulty:
Difficult
Time:
3 - 4 hours
Trailhead Elevation:
3100
Elevation Range:
3100 feet to 4000
Elevation Change:
900
Season:
May to early November

Map + Directions

Basic Directions

North trailhead: Follow US 26 to 2 miles east of Government Camp. Turn south and follow Road 2656 2 miles passing Trillium Lake Campground. A quarter mile past Trillium Lake Campground entrance is a left turn onto Rd 2656 following it approximately 2 miles to the 2656309 road that bears right. Take this a couple miles to the trailhead that is shared with Salmon River Trail. South access: Most equestrians ride Jackpot Meadows Trail via the Pacific Crest Trail from Joe Graham Horse Camp.


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