Hiking Mt Bachelor And The Central Cascades
Located in the Deschutes National Forest, Mt. Bachelor is the gem of Oregon's High Desert. It is the perfect location to enjoy a summer day hike. The resort is covered with a number of gentle to more advanced hiking trails.
Hiking Trails
Guests are welcome to hike from any of the parking lots. If you plan to hike to the 9,065 foot Summit you can either start at the Sunrise Lodge base area and go directly to the top, or take the Pine Marten liftTo ride Pine Marten you must purchase a daily lift ticket.*. from the West Village base to mid-mountain at 7,775ft and hike from there to the Summit. Please be aware, however that any hiking trails above the Pine Marten Lodge are uncontrolled and not patrolled. You will be hiking at your own risk.
Helpful Tips To Being Prepared
- Be aware of snowpack. Many of the trails will remain under heavy snowpack until mid summer. Estimated melt should occur sometime in mid to late July.
- Due to the large amount of lava rock, we highly recommend wearing sturdy boots.
- Be sure to dress in layers that can be easily added or removed. Central Oregon weather can change rapidly, especially at higher elevations, and it is not uncommon to go from sun to rain and back again. As with any hike, be prepared for all conditions.
- Bring extra water, sunscreen, sunglasses, a long-sleeve layer or light jacket, as well as any other items typically brought on a hike.
- Patrollers are stationed at mid-mountain. If you choose to hike above the Pine Marten Lodge, please be aware that area is uncontrolled and not patrolled. You will be hiking at your own risk.
Experience Your Northwest
Enjoy this pool of photos taken by photographers around the Cascades and Pacific Northwest. For more scenic images view our Flickr account.
Bachelor Ski and Sport
What if you forget something? Don't sweat it! Bachelor Ski and Sport is open daily during Summer Operations from 10:30 am to 4:30 pm and has everything you need. A variety of merchandise is available including: sunscreen, sunglasses, outer wear, signature wear and water bottles. Ski and Snowboard gear is also available from last season. Select merchandise is deeply discounted.
