Devil’s Tie Trail #767

Recreation Opportunity Guide

Distance ...... 0.3 miles (one way) Elevation ...... 4050-4300 feet

Snow Free ...... June to November More Difficult

Trail Highlights: This trail is within the Wilderness Area. Devil’s Tie Trail provides a couple of loop opportunities between the southern end of Burnt Lake Trail #772, Zigzag Mountain Trail #775 and West Zigzag Mt Trail #789. This trail also provides access to Cast Lake Trail #796.

Trail Description: The lower end of this trail starts at its junction with the southern segment of Burnt Lake Trail #772 and climbs steadily. The trail ends at its junction with Zigzag Mt Trail #775 after 0.3 miles of climbing. For an 8.4 mile, counterclockwise loop, start at the trailhead for West Zigzag Mountain Trail #789 and Burnt Lake Trail #772 at the end of Forest Road 2627-207. Go northeast on Burnt Lake Trail #772 for 2.4 miles to Devil’s Tie Trail #767. Go left (north) on Devil’s Tie Trail #767 for 0.3 mile to Zigzag Mountain Trail #775. Go left (west) Zigzag Mountain Trail #775 for 3.5 miles to the junction with West Zigzag Mountain Trail #789. Go left (south) on West Zigzag Mountain Trail #789 for 2.3 miles to return to the trailhead. Regulations & Leave No Trace Information:  Wilderness Permits are required between May 15 and Oct 15.  Group size is limited to 12. Stock are counted in the group size. For example, 3 people riding their own horse plus a spare horse in the group for packing would make a group of 7.

Leave No Trace  Plan Ahead and Prepare: Prepare for extreme weather, hazards and emergencies.  Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces: Use established trails and campsites.  Dispose of Waste Properly: Pack out all trash, leftover food and litter.  Leave What You Find: Avoid introducing or transporting non-native species.  Minimize Campfire Impacts: Use established fire rings & keep fires small.  Respect Wildlife: Control pets at all times.  Be Considerate of Other Visitors: Avoid loud voices and noises. For information on Leave No Trace, go to www.LNT.org or call 1-800-332-4100

For current trail conditions and more recreation information go to: http://www.fs.usda.gov/mthood Map and driving directions on next page Mt. Hood National Forest Zigzag Ranger District 16400 Champion Way 70220 E. Highway 26 Sandy, OR 97055 Zigzag, 97049 503-668-1700 503-622-3191 The USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Directions to Trailhead: To reach the NORTH end of the trail from Portland, follow US Hwy 26 17.5 miles east of Sandy to the community of Zigzag. Turn left (north) at E Road (Forest Road 18) and travel 4.2 miles. Turn right at Muddy Fork Road and travel 0.7 mile. Take the first right onto Muddy Fork Road (Forest Road 1825) Follow trail #773 Cast Creek (NWFP required) from Riley campground to #775. To reach the SOUTH end of the trail from Portland, Follow US Hwy 26 20.9 miles east of Sandy and turn left (north) on Forest Road 2627 (Road 27), just before milepost 46. Follow Forest Road 2627 for 0.6 mile to the end of the pavement. Turn left at Zigzag Mountain Road (Forest Road 207) and travel 4.4 miles to the trailhead for south end of #772 Burnt Lake (NO NWFP required) at the end of the road.

Recommended maps: Zigzag Ranger District