Recreation Region: Detroit Ranger District

Battle Ax Mountain Trail #3340

This trail is a challenging scramble up steep, loose soil and rock slopes to the top of Battle Ax Lookout which has spectacular views of the Cascades.

Current Conditions

This trail is in an area impacted by the Beachie Creek and Lionshead Fires. Before visiting areas affected by wildfire, make sure to review the 4 Steps for Safety for recreating in burned areas.

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

#3340

General Information

Wilderness Self-Issue Permit required for both day use and overnight stays from June 15 through October 15. Free permits are self-issued at the trailhead.

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A sign that says, "detroit ranger station willamette national forest" with a building in the background

Address: 44125 North Santiam Highway SE Detroit, OR 97342
Phone: (503) 854-3366
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: sm.fs.mf@usda.gov

Getting There

Trailhead/Starting Points

Access from:

Battle Ax Creek Trailhead

Directions

From Detroit, Oregon, turn up Breitenbush Road (Highway 46) travel 5 miles to Forest Road 4696, travel 1 mile and turn left onto Forest Road 4697 and travel 6.5 miles up steep, rough grades of road you will pass Dunlap Lake on your left. The trailhead starts just past the junction with the Forest Road 390 on the 4697 Road.