Marion Lake is the largest lake in an Oregon Cascades roadless area (Jefferson Wilderness Area), and provides a striking view of Three Fingered Jack. The Marion Lake trail is also a gateway into the Eight Lakes Basin. The lookout house is 1200' above Marion Lake (and 2.4 miles further down the trail), and sits on Mt. Marion--providing a commanding view of the surrounding area. 

Activity Notes

Marion Lake is the largest wilderness lake in the Oregon Cascades and is a gateway site granting access to many other trails, and alpine destinations. In addition, there will be wildflowers and mountain peaks. Time will be allowed for pictures and just taking in the beauty.

  • HIKE LEADER: David Rempel, ph. # 928 587-0511, crempel2@yahoo.com
  • 7:00 a.m.: Leave Clackamas Town Center Transit Mall
    • Plan on being there 15-20 minutes early to organize and brief.
    • We will meet on the second floor of the P&R parking structure, near the entrance.
    • We will likely stop along the way for a potty-break.
  • 9:45-10:00 a.m.: Leave trail head.
  • Mazamas COVID-19 protocols are in effect (e.g., carpooling not permitted except among household members; social distancing, incl. bring mask for public/crowded trail areas, etc.) required.
  • Lunch: Plan on stopping at or near the top.
  • No dogs---sorry this is a wilderness hike
Other Information
Driving Distance from Portland 122 miles
Driving Time from Portland 2 hours
Distance - Round Trip 9 miles
Interesting Features Mountain Views
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