Crater Ditch Trailhead
Trailhead in Deschutes National Forest
Stewardships
- In Partnership With
- In Partnership With
Description
This is an alternative trailhead to the Broken Top trailhead. The access road to this area is very rugged and 4-wheel drives are recommended.
Provides access to: Three Sisters Wilderness via a short trail from Crater Ditch trailhead and links up to the popular Green Lakes Trail.
Additional Information
Fee
- Free PERMIT required Memorial Day through October 31: self-issue wilderness permit available at the trailhead.
- Motorized and mechanical equipment (including bicycles and drones) are prohibited in the wilderness.
- Groups must be under 12 people and 12 head of stock.
- Build campfires at least 100 feet away from water.
- Pack in / Pack out!
- “Take only pictures, leave only footprints”—please refrain from cutting, damaging or gathering vegetation or other forest items, i.e. rocks, etc.
- Please bury human waste 6-8” deep and at least 200’ away from water.
Restrictions
- Wilderness restrictions apply
- Maps of areas where special restrictions apply: Dog leash restrictions, Camp Chambers, Green Lakes, Matthieu and Golden Lakes, Moraine Lakes, Sisters Mirror Lakes area.
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Activities
- Backpacking
- Day Hiking