Contact Info
Ochoco National Forest
3160 NE 3rd St.
Prineville, OR 97754
3160 NE 3rd St.
Prineville, OR 97754
- Phone:
- 541-416-6500
Basics
- Length:
- 9.5 miles
- Difficulty:
- Difficult
- Time:
- 7 - 8 hours
- Trailhead Elevation:
- 5400 feet
- Elevation Range:
- 5400 feet to 6750 feet
- Elevation Change:
- 1350 feet
- Season:
- Spring to Fall
Description
This trail is designated as a National Recreation Trail. It begins near Walton Lake, travels over the top of Round Mountain and connects with No. 808 Independent Mine trail near Forest Road No. 42. There are many open meadows, large stands of old growth ponderosa pine and mixed conifer forests. Water is scarce so be sure to carry enough for your entire trip.
Details
Length:
9.5 miles
Difficulty:
Difficult
Time:
7 - 8 hours
Trailhead Elevation:
5400
Elevation Range:
5400 feet to 6750
Elevation Change:
1350
Season:
Spring to Fall
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
Major trailhead is located on Forest Road No. 22-148. Travel on Forest Road No. 22 past Walton Lake 1/4 mile and turn right. The second trailhead is on Forest Road No. 42, 6.5 miles from Ochoco Ranger Station.
