Marion Lake, up the Santiam Canyon, has a beautiful and nicely graded trail leading to a welcoming lunch site beside the lake with a view of 3 Fingered Jack. We have options of walking further around the lake to view Mt. Jefferson before looping back to the car. On the way back to Hwy 22, we will divert to a "secret" waterfall within a short walk.
It is very early in the season, so I suspect we will encounter possible snow drifts and mosquitoes. Be prepared!
Please email the leader at mcolemanj@gmail.com to ask questions or sign up.
Difficulty: Medium
Pace: Moderate
Hiking Distance: 6.5 miles RT
Elevation Gain: 800 feet
Driving Distance: 150 miles RT
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