Pets allowed
Allowed with Restrictions
Guided tours
No
Backcountry camping
Yes
Lodging
No
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The Three Sisters Wilderness is a federally protected wilderness area in Oregon’s Cascade Mountain Range. It encompasses 286,708 acres, lies within the Willamette and Deschutes National Forests and is managed by the United States Forest Service. 

The Three Sisters Wilderness is named for the North, Middle, and South Sister volcanoes, which all rise above 10,000 feet. In addition to the sisters, the area is characterized by alpine meadows, waterfalls, lava fields, glaciers, and lakes. The forests mainly contain Douglas-fir, silver fir, subalpine fir, mountain hemlocks, western hemlocks, true firs, lodgepole pines, and ponderosa pines.

RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES

Popular recreational activities include camping, hiking, backpacking, climbing and fishing. There are about 260 miles of trail offering access to exploration in the area including a section of the long distance Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). 

PERMITS

A Central Cascades Wilderness Permit is required for overnight stays. The Forest Service may require a permit for day use at some trailheads. For more information, visit the USFS - Central Cascades Wilderness Permit website. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Willamette National Forest

Deschutes National Forest

Logistics + Planning

Congestion

Moderate

Parking Pass

None

Open Year-round

Yes

Pros

Volcanic peaks. Numerous Lakes.

Cons

Mosquitos in the summer.

Features

Backcountry camping
Wildlife
Big vistas
Geologically significant
Near lake or river
Horseback riding

Location

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