About McKenzie River Trailhead - Upper
This trailhead provides access to McKenzie River National Recreation Trail #3507, Santiam Wagon Road #3413, and Clear Lake Loop Trail #4341.
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McKenzie River Trailhead - Upper
Camp Sherman, Oregon · Linn County · Facility
This trailhead provides access to McKenzie River National Recreation Trail #3507, Santiam Wagon Road #3413, and Clear Lake Loop Trail #4341.
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44.39417, -122.00172
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Weather at McKenzie River Trailhead - Upper
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Overcast
53°/37°
💧 4%🌬 7mph
↑ 6:48 AM ↓ 4:54 PM
Wed
Light Rain
53°/36°
💧 9%🌬 7mph
↑ 6:49 AM ↓ 4:53 PM
Thu
Overcast
52°/34°
💧 21%🌬 5mph
↑ 6:50 AM ↓ 4:51 PM
Fri
Overcast
60°/40°
💧 7%🌬 4mph
↑ 6:52 AM ↓ 4:50 PM
Sat
Light Drizzle
66°/43°
💧 6%🌬 6mph
↑ 6:53 AM ↓ 4:49 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
How to Get There
From McKenzie Bridge, OR, take Highway 126 east 17 miles to the north side of Clear Lake Resort. Turn right (east) on Forest Road 777 to find Upper McKenzie River Trailhead at the end of the road.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to McKenzie River Trailhead - Upper
Heading to McKenzie River Trailhead - Upper? 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
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