The Diamond Peak Wilderness is a 52,611-acre federally protected area in the Cascade Mountain Range. It is managed by the United States Forest Service and is situated along the Cascade crest in both the Deschutes and Willamette National Forests.
The area has scenic lakes, streams, meadows, and the Diamond Peak Volcano (8,744'), the highest point in Diamond Peak Wilderness. For an ascent up Diamond Peak, Marie Lake, Divide Lake, and Rockpile Lake are popular base camps.
COMMON VEGETATION
There are hemlock and lodgepole pine trees, western white pine trees, fir trees, alpine flowers, huckleberries, and dwarf manzanita trees growing in the area.
COMMON ANIMALS
The area is home to black-tailed deer, mule deer, elk, black bears, marmots, rabbits, squirrels, pine martens, foxes, pikas, Clark's nutcracker, and Oregon jays.
RECREATION ACTIVITIES
Recreational activities in the Diamond Peak Wilderness include trail running, hiking, backpacking, horseback riding, camping, fishing, and mountain climbing. There are about 52 miles of trails across the wilderness, including the Diamond Peak Trail and a portion of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). In the winter the area is popular for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
PERMITS
Permits are required for overnight and day use from June 15-October 15. Obtaining a permit is free and can be done by self-issue at the trailhead.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Diamond Peak Wilderness: Deschutes
Diamond Peak Wilderness: Willamette
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