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| | We all need to get out in nature once in a while, and Winchester Trail in Lane County, Oregon is an excellent choice. There are plenty of backpacking and hiking trails in Oregon; each one of them has its own unique prettiness. Backcountry hiking in Oregon is so much fun. Now this wilderness hiking trail is pretty long, so do pack enough food to last the whole trip. This backcountry hike should take you about 2 days, so make sure you've got all your overnight gear packed. And keep in mind that there could be temporary safety restrictions in spot. This backcountry |
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hiking trail has a total elevation difference of 1,421 feet which is an average number. A lot of precipitation falls at Winchester Trail; the wettest month of the year is commonly December, that's the one that rains the most while July is the month with the least amount of precipitation.
| | Good backpacking and hiking trails in Oregon are in abundance, and Winchester Trail in Lane County is one of them. With its 14.6 miles of walking distance; it's considered a longer walk. With so many outdoors endeavors available in Oregon you'll never get bored. This is one of many trails in the surrounding vicinity. This backcountry hiking trail has only one trailhead, so you'll be hiking it in and back out. Many miles from the nearest city you have Winchester Trail, and it's one of those sites where backpacking is splendid. All through the warm days | |
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of summer at Winchester Trail highs are regularly in the 80's with nighttime lows in the 40's. The winter comes with highs in the 40's; after the sun is down through the winter temperatures at Winchester Trail descend into the 20's. Sometimes this wilderness hiking trail gets really
dry, so make sure you check current conditions and fire restrictions with local forest authorities before you head out. This hiking and backpacking trail is many miles long having an average number of uphill miles which makes this trail nice for hard core backpackers looking for
adventure. The hiking trail stays roughly within the same elevation zone the whole time, so you won’t have to worry about different climate zones along your walk. The gorgeous hiking and backpacking trails of the Central Cascade Range are the best way to enjoy these mountaintops.
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about the general area: So many exciting things to do here in the Central Cascade Range, too pleasant to be true. Whitewater paddling is not for everybody but if it's for you then we recommend McKenzie River - South Fork, and since you're here at Winchester Trail it's a good
idea to have a look at Cupit Mary Meadow. All year is a splendid time in the Central Cascade Range if you like the outdoors. If you came to camp Twin Springs Campground is a great spot to do that. Having a magnificent time at Winchester Trail is uncomplicated. A great spot
to explore right next door to Winchester Trail is Box Canyon, and get your heart beating on the splendid whitewater of Horse Creek. Lillian Falls is a charming location to explore while you're at Winchester Trail, and naturally Klovdahl Creek flows through this vicinity. Taking
a little trip to close by Klovdahl Bay is a perfect idea, and camping at Shelter Cove Resort is always a splendid experience. There's some flowing water nearby, Skookum Creek is a stream you can pop by while you're here, and you ought to positively dedicate some time to Waldo Meadows if you're here at Winchester Trail.
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Location of Trailhead: Latitude 43.8184, Longitude -122.12 - - Directions and Road Map
Total in and out hiking length = 14.6 miles
Total climbing distance = 6.8 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
2 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
9 hours
Total elevation difference: 1421 feet

Best Western Oakridge Inn, Oakridge
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27 miles away
This Oakridge, Oregon hotel offers a complimentary continental breakfast each morning and convenient access to a variety of outdoor activities. Discover the Best Western Oakridge Inn, nestled agains...
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Best Western Newberry Station, La Pine
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42 miles away
Stay at this La Pine, Oregon hotel, a central location to five of the major recreational areas in Oregon including Crater Lake and the 14 lake Cascade Lakes. Welcome to the Best Western Newberry Sta...
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| These outdoors activities are available near Winchester Trail. |
| | Trails Near Winchester Trail:
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Salmon Creek Trail, Lane County
County
, 2 miles away, 8.2 hiking miles, 1173 feet elevation difference |
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Cupit Mary Meadow Trail, Lane County
County
, 3 miles away, 4.6 hiking miles, 1105 feet elevation difference |
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Blair Lake Trail, Lane County
County
, 4 miles away, 13.4 hiking miles, 960 feet elevation difference |
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Waldo Lake Trail, Lane County
County
, 5 miles away, 10.6 hiking miles, 2265 feet elevation difference |
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Crain Prairie Trail, Lane County
County
, 5 miles away, 18.3 hiking miles, 504 feet elevation difference |
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High Divide Trail, Lane County
County
, 6 miles away, 6 hiking miles, 1321 feet elevation difference |
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Grasshopper Trail, Lane County
County
, 7 miles away, 10.2 hiking miles, 2109 feet elevation difference |
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| | Whitewater Near Winchester Trail:
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McKenzie River - South Fork, Lane County
County
, 13 miles away, Class III-IV - 6.2 miles long (Dutch Oven Camp to Cougar Reservoir) |
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Horse Creek, Lane County
County
, 18 miles away, Class III - 11 miles long (above Separation Creek to McKenzie River) |
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Christy Creek, Lane County
County
, 18 miles away, Class III-V(V+) - 9 miles long (to Confluence with Willamette) |
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Hills Creek, Lane County
County
, 18 miles away, Class IV - 6 miles long (6 mi above Reservoir) |
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Salt Creek, Lane County
County
, 18 miles away, Class III-IV - 7.2 miles long (McCredie Hot Springs to Rigdon Road Bridge) |
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| | Hotels Near Winchester Trail:
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Best Western Oakridge Inn, Oakridge
, 27 miles away |
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Best Western Newberry Station, La Pine
, 42 miles away |
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Lodge at Suttle Lake, Sisters
, 43 miles away |
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Best Western Ponderosa Lodge, Sisters
, 45 miles away |
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Sunriver Resort, Sunriver
, 45 miles away |
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