Mt. Bailey is the other major peak in the Diamond Lake area; it's neighbor Mt. Thielsen sees more ascents. Lying just west of Diamond Lake, Bailey has a steep 4.9 mile trail leading all the way to the top. According to Sullivan, the final mile is full of surprises: a hidden crater, a rock garden of wildflowers, a double summit and a rock wall with a window overlooking Diamond Lake.

Activity Notes

This is part of a multiple climb activity. We will drive down to Poole Creek camp Friday afternoon/evening where I have two campsites reserved. Saturday we'll climb Mt. Thielsen. We'll rest Saturday night and then climb Mt. Bailey Sunday before driving back home.

Other Information
Driving Distance from Portland 250 miles
Driving Time from Portland 5 hours
Expected Duration Car to car in one day
Relevant Books 75 Scrambles in Oregon by Barbara Bond 100 Hikes in the Central Oregon Cascades by William Sullivan
Relevant Maps Google map
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