Cross Canyon Trail - Hiking trail near Troy, Oregon, United States - Description
| Name | Cross Canyon Trail | |
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| Summary | This trail offers spectacular views of the Wenaha River | |
| Type | Day Hike - Out and Back | |
| Distance (Total) | 6.6 miles / 10.6 km | |
| Elevation Gain | 1,900 feet / 579 meters | |
| Minimum Elevation | 2,400 feet / 732 meters | |
| Maximum Elevation | 4,300 feet / 1,311 meters | |
| Hiking Season | - Summer - Fall | |
| Things To See | - Canyon - Mountain Views - River | |
| Difficulty | Strenuous | |
| Rating | Trail has not been rated. | |
| Nearby Town | Troy, Oregon, United States | |
| Link | http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/uma/recreation/trails/pomtrails.shtml#cross | |
| Permit Required | No | |
| Trail Map |
The trailhead has ample parking available. This trail offers spectacular views of the Wenaha River; however, the lower section of this trail may have rattlesnakes so be extremely careful. It is an access route to the Wenaha River area.
The trail begins at Cross Canyon Trailhead and descends gradually with switchbacks to the Wenaha River. The trail is rocky in areas.
From Troy, Oregon, take Forest Service Road #62 to the west. Five miles past Long Meadows Guard Station, turn right on Road #6217 for a couple of miles to the trailhead.
| Latitude | 45.9507617938 degrees / 45° 57.046' / 45° 57' 2.74" |
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| Longitude | -117.6850318909 degrees / -117° 41.102' / -117° 41' 6.11" |
| Created by Nick on 11/27/2007 |
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- Comments
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