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Skyline Trailhead

Prairie City, Oregon · Grant County · Facility

Provides eastern access to SkylineTrail #385 which enters Strawberry Mountain Wilderness. The trailhead does have parking for horse trailers. The Skyline Trail is a great starting point for those wishing to day hike or backpack into the Strawberry Mountain wilderness.

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Skyline Trailhead

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High64°F
Avg Low38°F
Peak Rain Chance12%
Humidity43%
UV (avg)8
Air Quality48 · Good
Today
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Overcast
56°/33°
💧 1%🌬 16mph
5:14 AM8:29 PM
Sun
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Overcast
58°/33°
🌬 14mph
5:13 AM8:29 PM
Mon
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Overcast
64°/39°
💧 1%🌬 9mph
5:13 AM8:30 PM
Tue
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Overcast
71°/42°
🌬 7mph
5:12 AM8:31 PM
Wed
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Drizzle
69°/41°
💧 12%🌬 12mph
5:12 AM8:32 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Skyline Trailhead

Provides eastern access to SkylineTrail #385 which enters Strawberry Mountain Wilderness. The trailhead does have parking for horse trailers. The Skyline Trail is a great starting point for those wishing to day hike or backpack into the Strawberry Mountain wilderness.

How to Get There

From the town of Prairie City, OR., turn onto South Main Street. Follow South Main Street to the junction with Bridge Street turn left onto Bridge Street. Continue on Bridge Street past the local cemetary, the road becomes County Road 62, continue on County Road 62 for approximately 17 miles to the junction with Forest Road 101. Turn left onto Forest Road 101 and travel approximately 2 miles to the trailhead.

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Skyline Trailhead

Heading to Skyline Trailhead? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Skyline Trailhead?

No central reservation system listed for Skyline Trailhead. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/243712) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Skyline Trailhead?

From the town of Prairie City, OR., turn onto South Main Street. Follow South Main Street to the junction with Bridge Street turn left onto Bridge Street. Continue on Bridge Street past the local cemetary, the road becomes County Road 62, continue on County Road 62 for approximately 17 miles to the junction with Forest Road 101. Turn left onto Forest Road 101 and travel approximately 2 miles to th…