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Monon Lake Trail

Mapped as Monon Lake Trail #729

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

4.2 mi6.8 kmRound trip
≈16 ft≈5 mElevation gain
5,003 ft1,525 mHigh point
1 hr 56 minEstimated time

Easy2.1 mi / 3.4 km one way. Length and elevation gain are calculated from map data, so they're approximate.

High-clearance vehicle recommended: last about 0.1 mi (0.2 km) on FR 4220
Pass: Northwest Forest Pass (based on the land the trailhead is on)
Official listing: U.S. Forest Service, Monon Lake (#729)
Trailhead
On Forest Road 4220, near Detroit, OR
Coordinates: 44.79495, -121.78982
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Overview

Monon Lake Trail is a round-trip hike of 4.2 mi / 6.8 km near Detroit, OR. Expect about 16 ft / 5 m of elevation gain, with a high point of 5,003 ft / 1,525 m. Difficulty: Easy. At an average pace, plan on about 1 hr 56 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 4,961 ft / 1,512 m · high 4,987 ft / 1,520 m

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