East Metolius River Trail
Deschutes National Forest, Jefferson County, OR
Out-and-back trail in Deschutes National Forest, Jefferson County, OR. Hiking.
- Distance
- 18.9 mi (30.4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 574 ft (175 m)
- Est. Time
- 6 hr 25 min
- High point
- 3,015 ft (919 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Pioneer Ford Campground 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from start
- Campsite: Allen Springs Campground 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from start
- Campsite: Gorge Campground 11.9 mi (19.1 km) from start
- Campsite: Pine Rest Campground 12.4 mi (20 km) from start
- Campsite: Smiling River Campground 13.6 mi (21.9 km) from start
- Campsite: Allingham Campground 13.9 mi (22.4 km) from start
- Campsite: Camp Sherman Campground 15.2 mi (24.5 km) from start
- Campsite: Riverside Campground 18.6 mi (29.9 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about East Metolius River Trail
How long is East Metolius River Trail?
East Metolius River Trail is 18.9 mi (30.4 km) long. Most people take about 6 hr 25 min. It climbs 574 ft (175 m) in total, up to a high point of 3,015 ft (919 m).
How hard is East Metolius River Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for East Metolius River Trail?
Parking at the start. 4 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on East Metolius River Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is East Metolius River Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (96% under trees).
What can you do on East Metolius River Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for East Metolius River Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near East Metolius River Trail
- West Metolius River Trail Deschutes National Forest · Moderate · 13 mi (20.9 km)
- Metolius-Windigo Trail Deschutes National Forest · Moderate · 13.8 mi (22.3 km)
- Lake Creek Trail Deschutes National Forest · Easy · 8.7 mi (13.9 km)
- Cabot Lake Trail #4003 Mount Jefferson Wilderness · Moderate · 4 mi (6.5 km)
- West Metolius River Trail Deschutes National Forest · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
- Metolius-Windigo Trail Deschutes National Forest · Moderate · 4 mi (6.4 km)
- Camp Sherman "H" Trail Deschutes National Forest · Easy · 3.5 mi (5.7 km)
- Head Of Metolius Trail Deschutes National Forest · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.7 km)
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