High above Detroit Lake, Dome Rock provides Dramatic views of snowy Mt Jefferson and surrounding foothills

Activity Notes

Out and back to Dome Rock above Detroit Lake. Spectacular views of the Central Cascade crest on a clear day. The trail is clear now, but there is 1-2 inches of snow in the forecast for Friday with substantially colder temperatures for Saturday. Microspikes are mandatory . Gaiters, poles, warm gloves and waterproof/snow pants highly recommended. We will leave from the MMC by 6:30am and head up the trail from the Tumble Creek Trailhead starting at 8:15. Approximate total distance of 10 miles and elevation gain of 3,000 ft. Expect to be back to our cars by 3pm.
Other Information
Driving Distance from Portland 100 miles
Driving Time from Portland 2 hours
Distance - Round Trip 10 miles
Interesting Features Spectacular Views
Relevant Books Central Oregon Cascades - William Sullivan
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