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Bugaboo Ridge Trail

Hiking trail · Santiam / Mount Jefferson · Trailhead near Idanha, OR

6 mi9.7 kmRound trip
≈1,407 ft≈429 mElevation gain
5,453 ft1,662 mHigh point
3 hr 23 minEstimated time

Moderate3 mi / 4.9 km one way. Length and elevation gain are calculated from map data, so they're approximate.

High-clearance vehicle recommended: last about 3.4 mi (5.5 km) on FR 2234
Pass: Northwest Forest Pass (based on the land the trailhead is on)
Official listing: U.S. Forest Service, Bugaboo Ridge (#3423)
Trailhead: Bugaboo
On Forest Road 2234-260, near Idanha, OR
Coordinates: 44.61886, -121.97951
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Overview

Bugaboo Ridge Trail is a round-trip hike of 6 mi / 9.7 km near Idanha, OR. Expect about 1,407 ft / 429 m of elevation gain, with a high point of 5,453 ft / 1,662 m. Difficulty: Moderate. At an average pace, plan on about 3 hr 23 min. High-elevation trail, usually snow-free from mid-July into October. Before then, expect snow and possible avalanche danger.

Elevation profile

Along the route: low 4,167 ft / 1,270 m · high 5,430 ft / 1,655 m

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