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This information is a public record of the 1980 NRT application and may be out of date if it has not been updated by a trail manager --
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Metolius-Windigo Trail

USDA Forest Service Backcountry Trail
  • Length
    120 miles
  • Elevation Gain
    --
  • Route Type
    out & back

The Metolius-Windigo Trail is a 120-mile backcountry trail from the head of the Metolius River to Windigo Pass.

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A view of South Sister from the Metolius-Windigo Trail. Photo by Kim McCarrel.
A view of South Sister from the Metolius-Windigo Trail. Photo by Kim McCarrel.
Winner 2024 NRT Photo Contest, Equestrian Trails
Winner 2024 NRT Photo Contest, Equestrian Trails
Southern Terminus. Photo by Vittles.
Southern Terminus. Photo by Vittles.
Ultralight packing on the Metolius-Windigo Trail near Three Creek Meadow Horse Camp. Photo by Kim McCarrel.
Ultralight packing on the Metolius-Windigo Trail near Three Creek Meadow Horse Camp. Photo by Kim McCarrel.
In the Metolius Basin, on the Metolius-Windigo Trail. Photo by Kim McCarrel.
In the Metolius Basin, on the Metolius-Windigo Trail. Photo by Kim McCarrel.
In the Many Lakes Basin, on the Metolius-Windigo Trail. Photo by Kim McCarrel.
In the Many Lakes Basin, on the Metolius-Windigo Trail. Photo by Kim McCarrel.
Crossing Whychus Creek, on the Metolius-Windigo Trail. Photo by Kim McCarrel.
Crossing Whychus Creek, on the Metolius-Windigo Trail. Photo by Kim McCarrel.
At Kershaw Lake, on the Metolius-Windigo Trail in the Many Lakes Basin. Photo by Kim McCarrel.
At Kershaw Lake, on the Metolius-Windigo Trail in the Many Lakes Basin. Photo by Kim McCarrel.
An equestrian and a hiker do a meet and greet on the Metolius-Windigo Trail. Photo by Kim McCarrel.
An equestrian and a hiker do a meet and greet on the Metolius-Windigo Trail. Photo by Kim McCarrel.
A view of the Three Sisters from the Metolius-Windigo Trail near Sisters, Oregon. Photo by Kim McCarrel.
A view of the Three Sisters from the Metolius-Windigo Trail near Sisters, Oregon. Photo by Kim McCarrel.
  • A view of South Sister from the Metolius-Windigo Trail. Photo by Kim McCarrel.
  • A view of South Sister from the Metolius-Windigo Trail. Photo by Kim McCarrel.
  • Winner 2024 NRT Photo Contest, Equestrian Trails
  • Southern Terminus. Photo by Vittles.
  • Ultralight packing on the Metolius-Windigo Trail near Three Creek Meadow Horse Camp. Photo by Kim McCarrel.
  • In the Metolius Basin, on the Metolius-Windigo Trail. Photo by Kim McCarrel.
  • In the Many Lakes Basin, on the Metolius-Windigo Trail. Photo by Kim McCarrel.
  • Crossing Whychus Creek, on the Metolius-Windigo Trail. Photo by Kim McCarrel.
  • At Kershaw Lake, on the Metolius-Windigo Trail in the Many Lakes Basin. Photo by Kim McCarrel.
  • An equestrian and a hiker do a meet and greet on the Metolius-Windigo Trail. Photo by Kim McCarrel.

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Location: Deschutes National Forest

  • States: Oregon
  • Counties: Deschutes

The Metolius-Windigo Trail goes from the head of the Metolius River in the Sisters Ranger District, across the Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District, and then down to Windigo Pass in the Crescent Ranger District. Along the way, especially in the Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District, it follows other trails to form a continuous route from north to south. A good map of the route of this trail is essential when planning a trip from start to finish.

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Allowed Uses:

Bicycling Dogs, on leash Equestrian Hiking/Walking

Other Activities

  • Camping
  • Fishing

Public Contact

Marv Lang
Deschutes National Forest
Bend-Fort Rock Rd.
Bend, OR 97701
[email protected] • (541) 383-4793
www.fs.fed.us/r6/centraloregon

Contact the trail manager for current maps and visiting details.

More Details

  • Elevation (low): 4600
  • Elevation (high): 6900
  • Elevation (cumulative): --
  • Part of a Trail System? No
  • Surface (primary): Soil
  • Surfaces (additional): --
  • Tread Width (average): 14"
  • Tread Width (minimum): --
  • Running length (minimum): --
  • Tread Grade (average, percent): 8
  • Tread Grade (maximum): 12
  • Running length (maximum): --
  • Cross-slope (average, percent): --
  • Cross-slope (maximum): --
  • Running length (maximum): --
  • Certified as an NRT
    May 17, 1980
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