Shaped by long-gone volcanos, central Oregon seduces travelers with spots like Crater Lake, part of the national park of the same name that is cloaked with powder snow in winter and dotted with walkers come summer months.
From Tupper Butte, the view is great to the south and west. The trail offers an opportunity to view deer and elk, as well as other kinds of wildlife. Along the trail there are excellent views of Mt. Hood and Mt. Adams on a clear day.
Madison Butte Lookout is accessible just one mile east of where the trails end. From the Butte there is a wonderful view in all directions. There are numerous places for camping along the trail. Near the north end of the trail is Bottle Springs, where water is available for stock.
The first mile of the trail is open to hiking, and horseback riding.
Details
Length:
3 miles
Difficulty:
Difficult
Time:
1.5 - 2.5 hours
Trailhead Elevation:
4300
Elevation Range:
4300 feet to 5100
Elevation Change:
800
Useful Map(s):
USGS: Madison Butte
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
From Heppner , follow State Hwy 207 south for approximately 26 miles to Anson Wright County Park. At the corner, turn left on FS Road 22 (County Road 670). Continue for 3.7 miles where the road forks to the left on to FS Road 2119 (County Road 673). Follow it for about 3 miles to FS Road 21, and then turn left. Continue pass the cattle guard, and just before the Tupper Work Center is a dirt road on the left, travel ¼ mile to the trailhead.
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