Good for Intermediate skiers, this trail follows a rolling forested ridge with occasional views. 2.4 miles in you'll reach the Terrible Traverse, a steep 180 yard traverse on an exposed slope. Pass through Gunsight Notch, and reach Bonney Junction at mile 4.3. Turn back here for an 8.6 mile, 840' day.

Activity Notes

This 8+ mile out and back ridge ski is a fun outing for intermediate-level nordic skiiers.  The entire route is on snow-covered roads. We’ll cross “the Terrible Traverse”, pass through Gunsight Notch, and enjoy occasional views of the surrounding forest.

Participants should have completed Mazamas Nordic Intermediate class within the last 5 years, or have equivalent skills and experience (mastery of diagonal stride, step turn & snow plow on low grade slopes).

This area is not groomed and is shared with snowshoers.  Regular nordic skis (with or without metal edges) or backcountry nordic skis are appropriate for the terrain.

If you choose to carpool, the suggested donation is $14 roundtrip.

An Oregon Sno-Park pass is required to park at this trailhead.  

GPS track here

Other Information
Driving Distance from Portland 63 miles
Driving Time from Portland 1 hours
Distance - Round Trip 8 miles
Interesting Features Ridgelines
Relevant Books Cross-Country Ski Routes Oregon
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