Paulina Peak Observation Site

The summit of Paulina Peak with an elevation of 7,984 feet, is the highest point on the Newberry Volcano. This site offers a grand overview of the Newberry Caldera, the south and west flanks of the Newberry Volcano, the Cascades, the Fort Rock Basin, and much of central Oregon. On a clear day, the Cascade Range is visible extending into California (Mt. Shasta) and Washington (Mt. Adams).

Driving access to Paulina Peak has been closed for the season.

Recreation Fee Site: A recreation pass is required. The recreation fee is $5 per vehicle per day or may be covered by the Northwest Forest Pass (annual and day pass). This location is operated by concessionaire.

General Information

Day use only; no overnight camping allowed

Recreation Fee Site: A recreation pass is required. The recreation fee is $5 per vehicle per day or may be covered by the Northwest Forest Pass (annual and day pass).

Acceptable passes include:

Northwest Forest Passes (Oregon & Washington)
- Day ePass ($5)
- National Forest Day Pass ($5)
- Annual Pass ($30)

Passes can be purchased at a local Forest Service office or through a vendor.

This location is operated by concessionaire.

Day Use:
$5 per vehicle per day
$30 per annual

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 43.68943333

Longitude: -121.25465

Directions

From Bend, OR: Travel 23.5 miles south on Highway 97, then 12.9 miles east on County Road 21/Paulina Lake Road, and then 4.1 miles south on Forest Road 2100 500. Vehicles less than 23' in length (passenger cars, pick-ups and vans) can be driven on this steep and dusty road, however, it is quite rough and narrow in some places. This area is often inaccessible and closed due to snow until early July and will close in late October/early November depending on snow conditions.