Mount Bachelor Trail

Slow going as it is very steep but the trail is pretty good through the rocky top mile (not a scramble like some other mountain tops). I usually average 30 minute miles while hiking, but this took me 5 hrs rt. I found my trek poles to be super helpful. Gate to the ski lifts was closed so we parked on the street. No toilets. Great views of Sisters and Broken Top.

Beyond gorgeous. Helpful tips! Park on the street and walk up to the ski lift and that’s where the hike actually starts! Only 3 patches of snow to cross which are very manageable. Was a little rocky and slippery in parts but overall very nice hike! 3 miles up and the way down is fast.

Great views almost the entire way up! Once you get past the timberline it is pretty exposed the entire way, I got VERY burnt. FYI- It's not cold enough at the top to need even a long sleeved shirt. There is a sufficient amount of snow to "butt-sled" on the way down as of 7/23.

The trail is almost snow free as of 22 July.

June 13,2017: Tough. For being out of shape and keeping away from the packed snow (intentionally) made for an unforgettable experience. This was my first time hitting the summit of Bachelor, as well as my first time snowshoeing. The 360o view of everything is spectacular. The winds were seriously kicking, to the point that both my little brother and I got nice little burns on our faces. I would highly recommend bringing a bandanna or some sort of face pro. I didn't wear gloves, but for comforts sake, I just may the next time, but it would have been unnecessary, practicality speaking. I only used a single trecking pole and that was sufficient. I certainly wouldn't want to try it without any. Obviously, stay hydrated. Just because it's cold and very windy doesn't mean you don't need to drink water. All in all. Awesome time. See ya next year Oregon.... maybe.

I hiked to the top of Mt Bachelor in early September. The main parking lot was closed -- constructions under way -- and I decided to park at the Tumalo Mountain trailhead instead, which added about 1 mile to the round trip total.

The trail, as the site's track indicates, starts at the South-South-East corned of the parking lot. From there is it pretty much a constant up to the summit.

Tthe first half is rather easy despite the elevation gain. The trail is soft and clear of obstacles, making its way up the slope in the forested areas on the Northern Slope. This section ends after crossing the second service dirt road.

From that point on, the trail becomes progressively more rocky and the switchbacks tighter to navigate the steeper profile of the upper part of the mountains. Trees give way to the classic lava and cinder cone rubble that asks for a more careful foot-placing. There is also a bit of a false summit effect when trying to reach the upper lift structure.

the top itself is a fairly large area with a "mole hills' feeling at a handful or small cones and craters pepper the area. The best views are from the North-Western side where the Sisters, Broken Top are front and center, with the rest of the Cascade peaks in the distance.

For a relatively short climb ( less than 3 miles one way), this one is certainly 'action packed' when it comes to the 360 degree views

Hike to the top of Mt Bachelor in early September. The main parking lot was closed -- constructions under way -- and I decided to park at the Tumalo Mountain trailhead instead, which added about 1 mile to the round trip total.

The trail, as the site's track indicates, starts at the South-South-East corned of the parking lot. From there is it pretty much a constant up to the summit.

Tthe first half is rather easy despite the elevation gain. The trail is soft and clear of obstacles, making its way up the slope in the forested areas on the Northern Slope. This section ends after crossing the second service dirt road.

From that point on, the trail becomes progressively more rocky and the switchbacks tighter to navigate the steeper profile of the upper part of the mountains. Trees give way to the classic lava and cinder cone rubble that asks for a more careful foot-placing. There is also a bit of a false summit effect when trying to reach the upper lift structure.

the top itself is a fairly large area with a "mole hills' feeling at a handful or small cones and craters pepper the area. The best views are from the North-Western side where the Sisters, Broken Top are front and center, with the rest of the Cascade peaks in the distance.

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Hiked this with our Apex group on 8/16/16. This nice views at the top. Not too difficult , a little scrambling close to the top. Back down to the road and hiked the road over to the lodge, got a snack, watched the mountain bikers then rode the lift down. Great hike

Great hike with awesome views at the top! A little tough because of the loose ground in spots but overall a good one. Took 3 hours round trip with about 15 minutes at the top!

Slightly more difficult than we thought it would be, because finding the trailhead wasn't as easy as the instructions we were given. That said, it's a great hike. Great views and fun terrain.

Great hike - sadly low cloud covered a lot of the view , but still a good hike.