Hike Oregon

What's new

Check this out:

The new Hike Oregon book 'Oregon's Best Views: 50 Breathtaking Viewpoint Hikes' is finally here!!!

Hike of the month:

📍South Sister Climber Trail, Deschutes National Forest⁠
↔️⁠12.5 miles round trip⁠
📈⁠5,000 ft. elevation gain⁠
💪🏼⁠Rated as difficult⁠
Even though South Sister is the easiest of the Oregon Cascade mountains to summit, doesn't mean it's not difficult. This long, hot, exposed uphill slog is steep, rocky and near the top has extremely loose scree, making climbing up even more difficult. This hike is definitely not for the faint of heart. But the views of Central Oregon from the climber trail and the 10,358 foot tall summit are absolutely breathtaking! ⁠

what trails are accessible:

With the wildfire devastation that has occurred in Oregon in September 2020 as well as current wildfires popping up daily, trail and road closures can change quickly this time of year.
Check out what Hike Oregon trails and roads are currently accessible: http://bit.ly/2CNyuOe

Youtube:

What gear am I packing this year? I definitely have some different stuff that I'm trying out this year, including a new sleeping bag, sleeping pad, backpack and jacket, etc. Check out this week's brand new YouTube video to see all of the backpacking gear I am carrying this year.