Overall: 7
Aerobic: 6
Technical: 5
Steepness: 5
Flow: 6
Singletrack: 100%
The Lakeview Oregon Crane Mountain National Recreation Trail, or Crane Mountain Tr161, is a ridgeline ascent from Rogger Meadow 11mi to Crane Mountain, with views of the Goose Lake valley. The southern section has views of Mount Shasta.
The 2020 Crane Fire damaged most of this trail. See the NF Site for closures.
As always, it is best to call the local Ranger District for trail conditions and other restrictions prior to riding, as the NF website may not contain trip-specific details.
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Due to the 6500' to 8000' terrain, expect snow on the trail till July, making this a good high summer ride.
The first 8mi are fairly moderate, with half of the elevation gain occurring in the final 3.4mi Crane Mountain ascent.
The Rogger Meadow to Crane Mountain section gets the most use, with a southern section from Crane Mountain to just across the border in California, and a Northern Fremont NRT (non-motorized) section from the Walker TH to Vee Lake.
The Camas Sno-Park provides an easy starting point, with the Walker TH suitable for the northern section and the FR4011 Willow Point TH suitable for the southern section. The 5-point FR3915 intersection Rogger Meadow TH can be used to shorten the ride.
Note: many roads in this area are unmaintained and may not be passable. They are shown with a lighter shade, as drop-out paths to the main roads.
Local clubs use about 30mi of ungroomed terrain (most of the forest roads shown) for nordic skiing.
This map covers the less-frequented southern section, which terminates near Cave Lake. Due to light use, some pathfinding may be needed, so be sure to pack accordingly (thermal blanket, water, food).
Mosquitoes are ferocious in this area until August. Feel free to try the natural repellents, and avoid drinking carbonated drinks prior to riding, but Deet 100 may be the only protection from 'the swarm'. Expect some trailside poison oak and prepare as needed. Try using Tecnu before the ride.
OAB Directions
From the Mill TH, ascend the Crooked Creek drainage for 7.5mi, through mixed conifer and large ponderosa pine forest. Then traverse Twelvemile Peak, McDowell Peak, and Crook Peak to the Swale TH and on to Vee Lake.
Mosquitoes are ferocious in this area until August. Feel free to try the natural repellents, and avoid drinking carbonated drinks prior to riding, but Deet 100 may be the only protection from 'the swarm'. Expect some trailside poison oak and prepare as needed. Try using Tecnu before the ride.
Trail Index
Crane Mountain Trail 161
Fremont National Recreational Trail 160
Cave Lake Campground, Deep Creek Forest Camp, Dismal Creek Forest Camp, Lily Lake Campground, Mud Creek Campground, Vee Lake Campground, Willow Creek Forest Camp
Trail Rankings
Ranking consistently applied to all of the listed trails.