[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":1645},["ShallowReactive",2],{"item:\u002Fusa\u002Fbest-hikes-oregon-usa":3,"platform:site":1218,"more:\u002Fusa\u002Fbest-hikes-oregon-usa":1599},{"id":4,"title":5,"aiRevisedAt":6,"authors":7,"body":12,"canonical":1151,"category":1152,"categorySlugs":1163,"cid":1164,"cover":1165,"description":1167,"extension":1168,"featured":1169,"language":1170,"meta":1171,"navigation":1172,"noindex":1169,"ogImage":1173,"path":1174,"publishedAt":1175,"readingMinutes":1176,"recipe":1151,"related":1177,"revisedAt":1151,"seo":1205,"seoDescription":1167,"seoTitle":5,"sortKey":1151,"sources":1206,"stem":1211,"tagSlugs":1212,"tags":1213,"translations":1214,"type":1215,"url":1216,"__hash__":1217},"platformItems\u002Fplatform\u002Fitems\u002F81810.md","Oregon's Finest Trails: A Resident's Picks for Ten Standout Hikes","2026-10-21T04:08:51.000Z",[8],{"name":9,"slug":10,"role":11},"Finley Turner","finley-turner","author",{"type":13,"value":14,"toc":1117},"minimark",[15,19,22,25,28,31,34,37,40,45,48,51,54,63,69,72,75,78,84,88,93,121,129,132,135,146,149,152,159,162,166,177,192,195,199,221,228,233,236,246,249,252,255,262,269,272,275,278,289,296,300,320,328,331,334,337,349,352,362,365,372,382,389,392,403,410,414,434,442,446,449,452,459,466,469,472,475,478,492,495,499,520,527,530,533,536,546,553,556,559,562,565,568,579,599,603,622,629,634,637,640,643,646,649,652,667,673,676,679,683,703,710,715,721,724,727,737,740,743,746,761,764,768,787,794,797,800,803,806,813,816,819,822,835,842,845,849,870,878,881,884,887,890,893,896,899,902,905,909,929,936,941,944,947,950,957,960,967,970,973,976,980,1016,1023,1027,1030,1034,1037,1063,1067,1070,1073,1076,1079,1083,1090,1093,1100,1105,1112],[16,17,18],"p",{},"Having grown up mostly in Portland, I take real pleasure in showing visitors the trails I love, so putting together this list of Oregon's ten standout hikes felt like a natural thing to do.",[16,20,21],{},"Oregon's waterfalls and its almost Middle-earth scenery are things I never tire of talking up, and few experiences make me happier than introducing people to my favorite spots around the state.",[16,23,24],{},"Hundreds of trails web the state, and although plenty of them deserve a walk, I have my own picks for the ones most worth your time.",[16,26,27],{},"Over the years I've built up a personal collection of favorites, ranging from easy walks close to Portland, through epic routes in the Cascades, to far-flung backpacking trips in Eastern Oregon.",[16,29,30],{},"So if you want to hike in Oregon, I have answers for you.",[16,32,33],{},"Listing every trail in Oregon would be impossible, so this guide narrows things down to the best of the best, helping you pick a route that fits the season you visit, your fitness, and how far you want to go.",[16,35,36],{},"The selection here is broad enough to suit hikers of all abilities and ages.",[16,38,39],{},"I love Oregon in full: its mountains, its coastline, its rushing rivers, and its tremendous waterfalls. My hope is that this guide deepens your appreciation of the state, though honestly Oregon's beauty does most of that work on its own.",[41,42,44],"h2",{"id":43},"gear-to-bring-on-oregons-best-hikes","Gear to Bring on Oregon's Best Hikes",[16,46,47],{},"A day hike or a long backpacking trip both demand the right equipment. Getting caught in a downpour without a rain shell is miserable, and I've lost count of the times I regretted leaving my headlamp behind.",[16,49,50],{},"Worse still is finding yourself in a genuinely dangerous situation where a missing piece of gear could be the difference between life and death…",[16,52,53],{},"For comfort and safety alike, give serious thought to proper backpacking gear essentials. Bad equipment can spoil even Oregon's finest trails, which would be a real shame after traveling all this way.",[16,55,56],{},[57,58],"img",{"alt":59,"height":60,"src":61,"width":62},"hiking in woods best oregon hikes",652,"\u002Fphotos\u002Fe3774f5beab7e2674f37.webp",1160,[16,64,65],{},[66,67,68],"em",{},"Photo credit: Loren Kerns (Flickr)",[16,70,71],{},"We treat outdoor equipment seriously. Hundreds of hours have gone into testing, reviewing, and generally abusing gear, and we've become fairly skilled at telling the good from the bad.",[16,73,74],{},"Below are gear reviews that will connect you with what you need for a successful, enjoyable, and safe hiking adventure.",[16,76,77],{},"Don't be a beginner and show up in brand-new hiking boots or rely on your phone as a flashlight. Put money into quality items and Oregon's best hikes will only get better.",[16,79,80],{},[81,82,83],"strong",{},"For more inspiration, check out our comprehensive Adventure Packing List!",[41,85,87],{"id":86},"ten-standout-hikes-in-oregon","Ten Standout Hikes in Oregon",[89,90,92],"h3",{"id":91},"_1-trail-of-the-ten-falls","1. Trail of the Ten Falls",[94,95,96,103,109,115],"ul",{},[97,98,99,102],"li",{},[81,100,101],{},"Distance:"," 7.8 mi (12.55 km)",[97,104,105,108],{},[81,106,107],{},"Days Required:"," 1 Day",[97,110,111,114],{},[81,112,113],{},"Best Time of Year:"," Anytime",[97,116,117,120],{},[81,118,119],{},"Type:"," Loop",[16,122,123],{},[57,124],{"alt":125,"height":126,"src":127,"width":128},"best hikes in oregon trail of the ten falls",1024,"\u002Fphotos\u002F55c713563ef5fa37480b.webp",1536,[16,130,131],{},"Silver Falls ranks among Oregon's most cherished state parks. Its short distance from Portland, excellent stewardship, and indisputable scenery explain its popularity. If you're in Portland for a quick visit, this is one of your best options.",[16,133,134],{},"Above all, it holds some of Oregon's most accessible and most beautiful waterfall hikes. The Trail of the Ten Falls is the finest way to see those falls, and it is unquestionably one of Oregon's best hikes.",[16,136,137,138,141,142,145],{},"The Trail of the Ten Falls is a gorgeous loop that takes in nearly every waterfall in Silver Falls State Park. Along it you'll pass outstanding examples such as the mighty ",[81,139,140],{},"South Falls, Lower Middle Falls,"," and ",[81,143,144],{},"North Falls",". Each of these falls would justify a hike on its own; seeing them all on one trail is almost too good to be true.",[16,147,148],{},"The path is very well maintained and suits almost any age or skill level. Guardrails stand near most of the trickiest spots and few other places are genuinely hazardous; even so, always be careful about falling off cliffs!",[16,150,151],{},"The trail will be muddy from late autumn into early spring, and some steps may feel slippery in that period. That said, an October visit rewards you with a grand show as many trees shift from green to gold.",[16,153,154,155,158],{},"Note that the ",[81,156,157],{},"Canyon Trail"," section is off-limits to dogs.",[16,160,161],{},"Because this is an easy hike near Portland and one of the state's best, it can get very crowded. To avoid sharing the trail, come in the offseason and\u002For on weekdays.",[89,163,165],{"id":164},"how-to-start-the-hike","How to Start the Hike:",[16,167,168,169,172,173,176],{},"Though close to Portland, the trailhead is also very near ",[81,170,171],{},"Salem",". Wherever you're coming from, the aim is to get onto the ",[81,174,175],{},"Silver Falls Highway (Route 214)",".",[178,179,180,186],"ol",{},[97,181,182,185],{},[81,183,184],{},"From Salem:"," Take the North Santiam Highway (Route 22) southeast until you reach the turnoff for the 22.",[97,187,188,191],{},[81,189,190],{},"From Portland:"," Travel south to Silverton (there are many options for this leg, but the 99E to the 214 works). From Silverton, drive southeast on the 214, simply following it and enjoying the scenery.",[16,193,194],{},"Whichever direction you approach from, you'll eventually reach Silver Falls State Park, where the trail begins from the parking lot.",[89,196,198],{"id":197},"_2-paradise-park-at-mt-hood","2. Paradise Park at Mt Hood",[94,200,201,206,211,216],{},[97,202,203,205],{},[81,204,101],{}," 12 mi (19.1 km)",[97,207,208,210],{},[81,209,107],{}," 1-2 Days",[97,212,213,215],{},[81,214,113],{}," Summer",[97,217,218,220],{},[81,219,119],{}," Lollipop",[16,222,223],{},[57,224],{"alt":225,"height":226,"src":227,"width":62},"paradise park best hikes in oregon",785,"\u002Fphotos\u002F370889aa34f9041dc19e.webp",[16,229,230],{},[66,231,232],{},"Photo credit: U.S. Forest Service- Pacific Northwest Region (Flickr)",[16,234,235],{},"Few hikes on Mt Hood offer the scenic variety found on the way to Paradise Park. Here you'll encounter brilliant alpine wildflower displays, quiet waterfalls, and close-up views of Mt Hood's southwestern face. This hike is a genuine show-stopper and should leave any hiker awed.",[16,237,238,239,242,243,176],{},"Paradise Park is the meadow on Mt Hood's southwestern flank and serves as the destination. To get there, begin at ",[81,240,241],{},"Timberline Lodge"," and set out on the revered ",[81,244,245],{},"Timberline Trail",[16,247,248],{},"The Timberline Trail, a subsection of the Pacific Crest Trail – one of the most remarkable hiking trails in the USA – circles all of Mt Hood, but you'll only walk a portion of it.",[16,250,251],{},"The Timberline Trail bends and weaves through alpine woods and meadows. Views are astounding almost the whole way, and on a clear day the Three Sisters and Mt Jefferson should be visible.",[16,253,254],{},"Many people claim the wildflowers along this trail are the best in Oregon. The mighty Mt Hood stays at your (right) side throughout as well.",[16,256,257,258,261],{},"After passing the ",[81,259,260],{},"Zigzag Canyon Overlook",", you must leave the Timberline Trail and join the actual Paradise Park trail.",[16,263,264,265,268],{},"This trail leads to the park and loops around to rejoin the Timberline further on. The Timberline Trail continues to ",[81,266,267],{},"Ramona Falls",", one of Oregon's most beautiful waterfalls and a good day trek from Paradise Park.",[16,270,271],{},"Arriving at Paradise Park, you'll quickly understand how it got its name. Wildflowers will be at peak display and Mt Hood will loom over you in a divine pose.",[16,273,274],{},"Several well-maintained backcountry sites can be found here, so an overnight stay is highly recommended (assuming you packed the right camping gear, of course).",[89,276,165],{"id":277},"how-to-start-the-hike-1",[16,279,280,281,284,285,288],{},"The settlement closest to Timberline Lodge and the trailhead is ",[81,282,283],{},"Government Camp",". Sterile, yes, but there are some accommodations in town and a few spots to stock up on trail snacks. The ",[81,286,287],{},"Timberline Highway"," runs up the hill from there to the trailhead.",[16,290,291,292,295],{},"The good news is that a bus actually runs all the way to the lodge through Government Camp from as far back as ",[81,293,294],{},"Sandy",". If you're staying in Portland without a vehicle, getting to Sandy and then up to the Timberline Trail should be relatively stress-free.",[89,297,299],{"id":298},"_3-ecola-state-park","3. Ecola State Park",[94,301,302,307,311,316],{},[97,303,304,306],{},[81,305,101],{}," 4-14 mi (6.44-22.5 km)",[97,308,309,108],{},[81,310,107],{},[97,312,313,315],{},[81,314,113],{}," Spring-Autumn",[97,317,318,220],{},[81,319,119],{},[16,321,322],{},[57,323],{"alt":324,"height":325,"src":326,"width":327},"ecola state park best hikes in oregon",960,"\u002Fphotos\u002F04ab66b7ffd7e96239b4.webp",1280,[16,329,330],{},"Ecola State Park holds some of the best hikes on the Oregon Coast, conveniently a few hours' drive from Portland.",[16,332,333],{},"Here you can experience all the usual hallmarks of the Oregon Coast: sea stacks, lush forests, cliffs, and lovely beaches. Note that parking at Ecola costs $5.",[16,335,336],{},"Two trails begin near Ecola:",[178,338,339,344],{},[97,340,341],{},[81,342,343],{},"Crescent Beach",[97,345,346,176],{},[81,347,348],{},"Tillamook Head",[16,350,351],{},"They head in opposite directions, and hikers can do them separately or combined.",[16,353,354,355,141,358,361],{},"The Crescent Beach Trail (3.6 mi round) leads through coastal wood to one of the best beaches on the Oregon Coast. The walk itself is fairly languid and arguably one of the easiest hikes near Portland. Along the way you'll enjoy awesome views of ",[81,356,357],{},"Chapman Point",[81,359,360],{},"Bird Rocks"," to the south. Families of deer frequent this area as well.",[16,363,364],{},"Crescent Beach is a beautiful long beach with fine sand and little debris. It is rarely crowded – sometimes devoid of anyone.",[16,366,367,368,371],{},"Tillamook Head is a much longer trail and needs more planning. Most people start from the picturesque ",[81,369,370],{},"Indian Beach",", a 5-minute drive from Ecola. (You used to be able to walk from Ecola to Indian Beach, but the trail was washed out in 2017.)",[16,373,374,375,141,378,381],{},"You can hike the Tillamook Head Trail as an out-and-back or as a one-way traverse. Most people are satisfied with hiking out to the ",[81,376,377],{},"Tillamook Head Viewpoint",[81,379,380],{},"WWII Bunker"," before turning back (3 mi round). William Clark reportedly visited the Head himself and was amazed by its grandeur.",[16,383,384,385,388],{},"Others continue all the way around Tillamook Head and make for ",[81,386,387],{},"Seaside",". This path (6 mi one way) often entails a shuttle hike. Unless you plan on walking 12+ miles in a single day, you'll need a second car for this option.",[89,390,165],{"id":391},"how-to-start-the-hike-2",[16,393,394,395,398,399,402],{},"Unless you want to stay in Seaside (a low-key resort city) and walk the Tillamook Trail north-to-south, ",[81,396,397],{},"Cannon Beach",", south of both trailheads, is the optimal starting point. From Cannon Beach, drive north on ",[81,400,401],{},"Ecola State Park Road","; you'll find the Crescent Beach Trail in the parking lot.",[16,404,405,406,409],{},"For the Tillamook Head Trail, keep driving north on Ecola Park Road until you reach the ",[81,407,408],{},"parking lot for Indian Beach",". The trail runs north from here.",[89,411,413],{"id":412},"_4-south-sister-climb-via-devils-lake-th","4. South Sister Climb via Devil's Lake TH",[94,415,416,421,425,429],{},[97,417,418,420],{},[81,419,101],{}," 11.2 mi (18 km)",[97,422,423,210],{},[81,424,107],{},[97,426,427,215],{},[81,428,113],{},[97,430,431,433],{},[81,432,119],{}," Out-and-back",[16,435,436],{},[57,437],{"alt":438,"height":439,"src":440,"width":441},"south sister summit best hikes in oregon",693,"\u002Fphotos\u002F9070739540f143039b0a.webp",1023,[16,443,444],{},[66,445,232],{},[16,447,448],{},"South Sister is Oregon's third tallest mountain and the highest summit reachable without technical gear. Essentially a long hike straight up, South Sister is a very popular route for first-time climbers and beginner hikers.",[16,450,451],{},"For those who conquer the mountain, it's an unforgettable experience and undoubtedly one of the top hikes in Oregon.",[16,453,454,455,458],{},"South Sister, aka Charity, is one of the ",[81,456,457],{},"Three Sisters"," of the Central Cascade Range. All three \"Sisters\" are volcanoes of varying activity, but don't worry – you'll know well beforehand if one is about to blow.",[16,460,461,462,465],{},"The beginning of the climb is relatively straightforward. You'll hike about 1.5 miles through forest before emerging onto a sandy plain. To the right, you'll see a turnoff to ",[81,463,464],{},"Moraine Lake",", a popular place to camp for multi-day climbers.",[16,467,468],{},"From here the real challenge begins. You'll gain 4000 feet over 3 miles, totally exposed to the elements. On hot days dehydration is a very serious problem, so bring lots of water.",[16,470,471],{},"Also, the terrain is an unforgiving mix of sharp scree and sand, which will often give way after every step. It'll feel like you lose one step for every two you take.",[16,473,474],{},"Should you make it to the top, you'll gain some of the best views in Oregon. At 10,358 feet, you'll see nearly every major peak in the state and far into Eastern Oregon's depths.",[89,476,165],{"id":477},"how-to-start-the-hike-3",[16,479,480,481,484,485,488,489,176],{},"South Sister is most often accessed via the ",[81,482,483],{},"Devil's Lake Trailhead",", located on the ",[81,486,487],{},"Cascade Lakes National Scenic Byway"," west of ",[81,490,491],{},"Bend",[16,493,494],{},"From Bend, travel southwest on Century Drive, which will turn into the Scenic Byway. There is a campground and restroom at the trailhead for those who want an early start.",[89,496,498],{"id":497},"_5-jefferson-park","5. Jefferson Park",[94,500,501,506,511,515],{},[97,502,503,505],{},[81,504,101],{}," 11-13 mi (17.7-20.92 km)",[97,507,508,510],{},[81,509,107],{}," 1-3 Days",[97,512,513,215],{},[81,514,113],{},[97,516,517,519],{},[81,518,119],{}," Out-and-back or car-to-car",[16,521,522],{},[57,523],{"alt":524,"height":525,"src":526,"width":128},"best hikes in oregon jefferson park",1152,"\u002Fphotos\u002Ffd481262939adb9873a0.webp",[16,528,529],{},"Jefferson Park is a legend in the Oregon hiking community – a remote, Arcadian location that has become one of the most popular outdoor escapes.",[16,531,532],{},"Lying at the base of Mt Jefferson, the state's second-highest peak, the park is a wonderland of pristine lakes, virgin woods, and fields of wildflowers.",[16,534,535],{},"With well-maintained trails and a series of excellent backcountry sites, Jefferson Park is as comfortable to hike as it is beautiful.",[16,537,538,539,141,542,545],{},"Several entrances lead into Jefferson Park, the best-known trailheads being ",[81,540,541],{},"South Breitenbush",[81,543,544],{},"Breitenbush Lake."," Each is about 11-13 miles total round trip. There was another trail, Whitewater, but it was completely destroyed in a wildfire.",[16,547,548,549,552],{},"The ",[81,550,551],{},"Park Ridge Trail"," via Breitenbush Lake TH is undoubtedly the best way into Jefferson Park these days, as it's shorter and more scenic.",[16,554,555],{},"The road to the trailhead is a bit rough, but a competent driver could get a sedan up there. The trail into the park can disappear sometimes as you cross several talus slopes; be aware.",[16,557,558],{},"There are few places in Oregon more beautiful than Jefferson Park. It is an alpine paradise you could spend days exploring. You can visit the park in a single day, but we highly recommend sleeping here for at least a few nights.",[16,560,561],{},"It is a well-known fact that Jefferson Park is one of the best hikes in Oregon, and it is becoming increasingly popular as more people visit the state.",[16,563,564],{},"To cope with larger crowds and to protect the park, the Forest Service has implemented a mandatory permit system for overnight campers. As such, you'll have to organize a permit prior to visiting Jefferson Park.",[89,566,165],{"id":567},"how-to-start-the-hike-4",[16,569,570,571,574,575,578],{},"Starting in ",[81,572,573],{},"Detroit"," (not that Detroit), drive northeast on ",[81,576,577],{},"Breitenbush Road",". For the two separate trailheads, you'll be driving two separate roads:",[178,580,581,592],{},[97,582,583,584,587,588,591],{},"Follow Breitenbush Road from Detroit for about 14 miles, then turn right on ",[81,585,586],{},"Forest Road 4685",". Carry on for another 5 miles and the ",[81,589,590],{},"South Breitenbush Trailhead"," will be on the right just before the first major hairpin bend.",[97,593,594,595,598],{},"As for my recommended hike – the Park Ridge Hike (starting from the ",[81,596,597],{},"Breitenbush Lake Trailhead",", which is also actually the Pacific Crest Trail) – don't turn off onto the 4685. Instead, drive another 5 miles on the same road before turning onto the 4220. Follow the 4220 for around 6.5 miles until you reach the trailhead you're searching for.",[89,600,602],{"id":601},"_6-abiqua-falls","6. Abiqua Falls",[94,604,605,610,614,618],{},[97,606,607,609],{},[81,608,101],{}," Between 1-5 mi (1.61-8.05 km) depending on road",[97,611,612,108],{},[81,613,107],{},[97,615,616,114],{},[81,617,113],{},[97,619,620,433],{},[81,621,119],{},[16,623,624],{},[57,625],{"alt":626,"height":627,"src":628,"width":62},"best hikes in oregon abiqua falls",768,"\u002Fphotos\u002F8ced8ff20feab2f23966.webp",[16,630,631],{},[66,632,633],{},"Photo credit: Thomas Shahan (Flickr)",[16,635,636],{},"There was a time when Abiqua Falls was just a local secret. The jig's up now! You can blame the internet, but just about every tourist and traveler backpacking the USA knows about this waterfall these days. Its increased popularity still doesn't detract from its majesty, and even with the crowds, Abiqua Falls remains one of the best waterfall hikes in Oregon.",[16,638,639],{},"Abiqua Falls is located not too far from Silver Falls State Park as the crow flies. Accessing it requires a whole different set of forest roads, though, so combining the two isn't reasonable.",[16,641,642],{},"Beyond the Abiqua Falls trailhead is a steep descent, and there are a couple of places where you'll need to use a rope to get down. Thankfully, a guardian angel keeps a set of trail ropes in working order. BE VERY CAREFUL in rainy or wet conditions.",[16,644,645],{},"Abiqua Falls will amaze you when you arrive. The near-perfectly shaped horsetail falls is set in the most perfect basalt theater.",[16,647,648],{},"The basalt – a remnant of volcanic activity – is shaped into surreal patterns and resembles many of the famous falls from Iceland. Brave hikers can even swim in the plunge pool, which is, fair warning, frigid cold.",[89,650,165],{"id":651},"how-to-start-the-hike-5",[16,653,654,655,658,659,662,663,666],{},"The nearest town to Abiqua Falls is the sleepy ",[81,656,657],{},"Scott Mills"," (which is also accessible from Silverton). From Scott Mills, start driving south on ",[81,660,661],{},"Crooked Finger Road"," for 9.5 miles until the sealed pavement finishes. After another 1.4 miles on gravel, there's a (very) poorly marked gravel road turning right (with a nearly illegible sign labeling it ",[81,664,665],{},"CF300",").",[16,668,669,670,176],{},"Follow this road – always downhill, straight at any junctions, and passing through any gates you may encounter – for about 2.5 miles until you ",[81,671,672],{},"reach a locked gate",[16,674,675],{},"CF300 is often flooded or snowed in. Sedans can navigate it during summer and dry autumn days but will have to stop if it's too muddy. If you stop before the unofficial Abiqua Falls trailhead, you'll have to hoof it the rest of the way.",[16,677,678],{},"If you do make it to the locked gate, park your warhorse, remember to thank it for a job well done, then search for the unmarked trailhead about 50-100 feet back up the road.",[89,680,682],{"id":681},"_7-eagle-cap-peak","7. Eagle Cap Peak",[94,684,685,690,695,699],{},[97,686,687,689],{},[81,688,101],{}," 19 mi (30.58 km)",[97,691,692,694],{},[81,693,107],{}," 2-3 Days",[97,696,697,215],{},[81,698,113],{},[97,700,701,433],{},[81,702,119],{},[16,704,705],{},[57,706],{"alt":707,"height":708,"src":709,"width":126},"eagle cap best hikes in oregon",748,"\u002Fphotos\u002Fd7c115c275e4913f627b.webp",[16,711,712],{},[66,713,714],{},"Photo credit: Aaron (Flickr)",[16,716,548,717,720],{},[81,718,719],{},"Wallowas"," and their crown jewel, the Eagle Cap Wilderness, are an Oregonian's idea of a mountain getaway. While tourists and weekend warriors road-tripping through Oregon choke most trails near Portland, the Wallowas remain much quieter.",[16,722,723],{},"For residents of the state, the Wallowas offer some of the best hikes in Eastern Oregon, and none is more desirable than the one to Eagle Cap Peak and Mirror Lake.",[16,725,726],{},"Most people allocate 2-3 days to reach the summit of Eagle Cap. The approach is gorgeous and navigates through lovely glacier-carved valleys and high meadows.",[16,728,729,730,733,734],{},"After about 7.5 miles, you'll arrive at Mirror Lake, which, true to its name, bears the reflections of the surrounding peaks. Most hikers sleep here for the night, so it can get pretty crowded at times. If you want somewhere quieter, you can hike an extra half-mile in either direction to ",[81,731,732],{},"Upper Lake"," or ",[81,735,736],{},"Moccasin Lake.",[16,738,739],{},"The next morning is the push to Eagle Cap Peak, which isn't that bad. The way is less of a climb and more of a steep hike. The trail is dusty but solid and nothing like the arduous South Sister.",[16,741,742],{},"As you approach the summit of Eagle Cap, a panorama of the Wallowa Wilderness unfolds in front of you. Endless vistas of granite and ponderosa pine, all of it yours.",[89,744,165],{"id":745},"how-to-start-the-hike-6",[16,747,748,749,752,753,756,757,760],{},"The Wallowas sit on Oregon's eastern edge near the borders of Idaho and Washington. The trailhead, ",[81,750,751],{},"Two Pans",", is reached via ",[81,754,755],{},"Lostine River Road",", which begins in the eponymous town of ",[81,758,759],{},"Lostine"," and travels south.",[16,762,763],{},"The road is in decent shape, but watch for potholes. Just keep following Lostine River Road (which eventually becomes Upper Lostine Road), and at the very end you'll arrive at the Two Pans Trailhead.",[89,765,767],{"id":766},"_8-broken-top","8. 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