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Scar Mountain Trail

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

11.1 mi17.8 kmRound trip
≈3,091 ft≈942 mElevation gain
4,925 ft1,501 mHigh point
6 hr 15 minEstimated time

HardOut and back to Scar Mountain. Length and elevation gain are calculated from map data, so they're approximate.

5.5 mi (8.9 km) to Scar Mountain, measured from map
Pass: Northwest Forest Pass (based on the land the trailhead is on)
Official listing: U.S. Forest Service, Scar Mountain (#3402)
Trailhead: North Pyramid
Off Parish Lake Road, near Idanha, OR
Coordinates: 44.53292, -122.06932
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Overview

Scar Mountain Trail is a round-trip hike of 11.1 mi / 17.8 km near Idanha, OR. Expect about 3,091 ft / 942 m of elevation gain, with a high point of 4,925 ft / 1,501 m. Difficulty: Hard. At an average pace, plan on about 6 hr 15 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 3,543 ft / 1,080 m · high 4,918 ft / 1,499 m

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