Saw a skink scurry into some brush, so that was cool too. Always a pleasure. Bear right onto Summit Trail … Length 6.1 miElevation gain 1564 ftRoute type Loop Well maintained trail. The trail was flooded in some areas with downed trees throughout. This is a popular trail with mountain bikers, but mountain biking is prohibited on all Marys Peak trails from October 15th to May 15th. Fantastic hike with amazing views!! The trail is well maintained but there are a lot of rocks and roots sticking out of the ground, so just watch your footing. The trail is primarily used for hiking, running, nature trips, and mountain biking and is best used from May until October. DESCRIPTION A 7.5 mile out and back climb to the top of the highest mountain in the coast range(13mi total). Most of the hike is in the trees / shade and is cool(ish) even on a hot day due to the elevation. The old growth forest that you walk through reminded me of a cathedral. This is a trail log page.  there was a lot of snow up near the top which my dog loved but it was also very icy so poles or crampons might be useful. There was some mud and running water on the trail as well as to be expected during this time of year. Just follow the road to get to the peak. You will hike half a mile, gradually going uphill through a very dense, green mossy forest. Some parts of the trail are very narrow and hard to maintain distance during covid. I like the Mary's Peak area, it's always cooler up here than in the valley. This is a nice loop hike to the summit of Mary's Peak which provides some interesting views besides Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. Saw a skink scurry into some brush, so that was cool too. Map of Mary's Peak area trails, with this hike highlighted (click to enlarge) Most hikers start at Conners Camp, but you can also continue along the Marys Peak Road to the day use area. Very wet day, will have to come back and try again! Normally this is a four-star trail. On a side note, Tie Trail wraps around the side of the mountain and did not seem as steep, but you will have to maneuver around rocks and climb over three trees on the trail. Hike miles will be different from one hike to another. I didn’t have much time today so I need to keep the hike down to two hours long. Watch out for the yellow jackets nest, about 1.3 miles starting from the parking lot, a little bit after the first switchback to the left, run by it and they won't get you :). After the hike I talked to several people who hiked to the top and back, they had no idea about Tie Trail and the loop. From the parking lot take the trail that parallels the road for about 100 yards and comes out where the paved, gravel, and East Ridge Trailhead sign meets. This is a nice loop hike to the summit of Mary's Peak which provides some interesting views besides just taking the east ridge trail out and back from the summit. Colorful wildflowers lure crowds of people to visit the peak in spring and summer, but the mountain is no less lovely in the off-seasons of fall and winter. When you hit the gravel road at the woods creek gate, look to the other side of the road. Road is closed right now. Day was gorgeous and great visibility. Marys Peak: Much more open forest dominated by the Douglas-fir: Soon after you enter the more open forest you will come to a bench and a switchback trail junction. beautiful forest. beautiful views. This will be the East Ridge Trail. Great views at the top. This trail leads through a lush forest that is green throughout the year. Wow! This section sees way less traffic cause people either dont know … I … Approx 9 miles from Philomath, take a right the Mary's Peak Road, which is paved to the top. Guess that explains why so many people passed me on their way down and why I had Tie Trail to myself. The … Es una pendiente suave y continua. For a much longer adventure, start at the Woods Creek Trailhead. Place where spirits dwell. I guess the big advantage of getting back after dark is the view of all the stars! If you want to stay on the East Ridge trail continue up hill. Descend down through the mighty trees and open forest of Noble Firs a half mile until you come to a T junction with a bench, go right to stay on the East Ridge Trail, and the understory is now thick with vine maple. The trail meanders through a forest of large Douglas-fir trees. You can also drive most of the way to the top of Mary's Peak, and only hike the.6 miles to the top. This hike is always awesome. beautiful forest. At 4,097', it is one of the only places where one can view both the Pacific Ocean and the Casacde Volcanoes. I would recommend a hat and/or sunglasses. The North Ridge was quiet. Good trail for the most part. Climbing then continues on East Ridge trail with an older growth structure forest with a few glimpses of Corvallis, Oregon in the distance. Marys Peak Images : SummitPost.org : Climbing, hiking, mountaineering I connected the longest loop I could imagine on Marys Peak so we could get some mileage in today! The summit trail is not closed, there was an unauthorized spur trail that is closed making it somewhat confusing but the summit trail itself is clearly open. Beautiful hike but very wet and muddy this time of year. The views from top are nice on a clear day. Very busy, though. Follow this road about 5.25 files to a small parking lot which is the trailhead for the East Rim trail. Always a pleasure. Didn't get to see anything at top of summit. SUMMIT LOOP #1388 1.5 miles Elevation 3760 – 4297 ft. Closed to bicycles From parking lot, dip briefly into woods on East Ridge Trail. 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