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Dry Ridge Trail #518
This trail is in the Roaring River Wilderness and climbs steadily for the first few miles. Trail begins at Roaring River Campground (1,000') and ends at the Grouse Point Trail #517 (4,000') intersection, east to Rock Lake Basin area. From the campground, the trail heads southeast for 0.3 mile to the beginning of a steep, 2-mile uphill grade. The trail reaches the ridge, where the trail grade becomes less steep. The trail follows the ridge for the next 2.9 miles, where it ends at the junction with Grouse Point Trail #517. Visitors can follow Grouse Point Trail #517 east to the Serene Lake Trail #512 or the Rock Lakes Basin area.
Due to extremely steep, narrow tread in segments. Although horse use is allowed on the trail, it is not recommended for the animal's and rider's safety.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Be careful in burn areas. Watch out for burned trees, eroded slopes, mudslides, missing trails, or possible flash floods. |
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| Fees: | No fees. |
| Open Season: | April - November |
| Restrictions: | Wilderness regulations apply. Practice leave no trace - pack out everything you packed in! |
| Closest Towns: | Estacada, OR |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Clackamas River Ranger District |
General Information
Directions:From Portland, OR - travel east on US Hwy 26 to Sandy. Turn right (southwest) on OR Hwy 211 and travel 6.1 miles to OR Hwy 224. Turn left (southeast) on OR Hwy 224 and travel for 11.9 miles to the Roaring River Campground (approximately 0.5 mile past milepost 41). If the Campground is not open, park at the gate. The trail begins at the northeast end of the campground near campsites #6 and #7. Parking is available for about 6 cars (near campsites #10 and #l1).
Activities
Day Hiking
This trail begins with a 2 mile continuous 10-15% uphill grade. The trail intersects Grouse Point Trail #517 at 6 miles. (Grouse Point Trail east will take you to Rock Lakes Basin area.)Backpacking
See day hiking description.Horse Riding
Horse riding is allowed, however, the trail is very rough and could be dangerous for horses and pack animals.
Viewing Scenery
The trail offers good views of Clackamas River, and at the higher elevations, views of Roaring River canyon.Related Links
Location
