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South Sister Climber Trail - No. 36

Contact Info
Deschutes National Forest
1230 NE 3rd St.
Suite A-262
Bend, OR 97701

Phone:
541-383-4000
Basics
Length:
5.5 miles one-way
Difficulty:
Difficult
Time:
7 - 8 hours
Trailhead Elevation:
5600 feet
Elevation Range:
5600 feet to 10358 feet
Elevation Change:
4758 feet
Usage:
Heavy
Season:
July to Oct

Description

This primitive trail climbs steeply over rugged terrain and loose cinders to the summit of South Sister. Now dormant, this composite volcano last erupted about 2,000 years ago. Rapidly changing and harsh high mountain weather requires thorough preparation for this climb, even when the skies are blue at the trailhead. Early season snow climbs require an ice axe and knowledge of its use for safety. Avoid weekends, if possible on this overused trail.

The trail enters the Three Sisters Wilderness Area shortly after leaving the trailhead. Wilderness Permits are required for both day-use and overnight travel in the Wilderness from Memorial Day Weekend until Oct. 31. Permits are available at the trailhead.

Camping at Green Lakes, 4.4 miles from trailhead, is restricted to designated campsites only, typically full by Friday evening each weekend. Campfires are not permitted within 1/4 mile of the lakes to protect the fragile ecosystem.

Details

Length:
5.5 miles one-way
Difficulty:
Difficult
Time:
7 - 8 hours
Trailhead Elevation:
5600
Elevation Range:
5600 feet to 10358
Elevation Change:
4758
Usage:
Heavy
Season:
July to Oct

Map + Directions

Basic Directions

This trail begins at Devil's Lake Trailhead, 29 miles west of Bend just off Century Drive.


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