DOCSLIB.ORG

Tidbits Mountain Evergreen Society Hike

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
Tidbits Mountain Evergreen Society Hike Tidbits Mountain Proposed Wild & Scenic Willamette National Forest Rivers Highlights Difficulty: Moderate Distance: 4.5 miles RT Starting elevation/elevation gain: 4,070 ft / 1,000 ft Season: Best wildflowers in summer, access dependent on snow Restrooms: None at trailhead Permit: No parking fee or permit required Consider picking up sandwiches and beer to go from Claim 52 Kitchen or Falling Sky Brewing or Deli in Chandra LeGue Eugene on the way, or after you're all worn out. Hike Description Tidbits Mountain is an ancient ridge dividing the South Santiam River drainage to the north, the Calapooia River to the west, and the McKenzie River watershed to the south. The trail has something for everyone: huge trees, wildflowers, and spectacular views. It’s part of a 5,300-acre unprotected roadless area, an island in a fragmented landscape of roads and old clearcuts.The trail traverses and climbs the southwestern slope toward the ridge of Tidbits Mountain, and passes through a Douglas-fir forest, with trees five feet in diameter, over a multilayered understory of vine maple, Pacific yew, rhododendrons, huckleberries, and many woodland wildflowers. As you gain elevation, large snags and a mix of noble fir and silver fir enter the forest. At the ridgetop junction at 1.5 miles, turn left. The trail switches aspect to follow the north side of the ridge here, and the forest is markedly different, with silver fir and mountain hemlock. You can also expect to find remnant patches of snow and early spring wildflowers on this colder slope well into July, depending on the snow year. Small rocky openings showcase wildflowers, rocky mountain maple, and Alaska yellow-cedar. As the trail skirts below the crumbling peak of Tidbits Mountain, it crosses two large rocky debris fields where you can take in the views of Mount Jefferson and the interesting rock formations of this old volcano. A half mile past the trail junction you’ll come to another. Turn sharply left and uphill to complete the last, quite steep 0.2 mile to the rocky outcropping just below the proper summit of Tidbits Mountain. Up here, you’ll find shrubby junipers, with views in every direction of Mount Jefferson, the Three Sisters, Diamond Peak, and alpine wildflowers. Directions Don't forget to download or bring a map! From Eugene or Springfield, follow Oregon Route 126 east up the McKenzie River. About 44 miles past Springfield, and just past the Christmas store, turn left onto Blue River Road (Forest Road 15) at a sign for Blue River Reservoir. Drive 4.8 miles on this paved road, staying to the left where FR 1506 goes off to the right at the Lookout Boat Site. Just after a one-lane bridge, the road forks and turns to gravel. Stay to the left onto FR 1509. Follow this good gravel road a winding 8.4 miles into the Tidbits Creek basin, where you catch glimpses of Tidbits Mountain. Turn left onto very steep FR 877 at a hiker trailhead sign. Parking, but not much, is a quarter mile up this road. Let Senator Wyden know you support Take protecting roadless areas and old-growth forests Senator Wyden like at Tidbits Mountain, and that you'd love to see streams originating here - like Blue River, the www.wyden.senate.gov/ Action Calapooia River, and the South Santiam River - contact/email-ron protected as Wild & Scenic Rivers..
Load more

Recommended publications
  • Appendix A: Existing Conditions Inventory and Analysis
    Volume 2 {00 Appendix A: Existing Conditions Inventory and Analysis {00 B FINAL TECHNICAL MEMORANDUM #1 Eugene Transportation System Plan: Existing Conditions and Deficiencies PREPARED FOR: Eugene TSP Project Management Team PREPARED BY: Mariah VanZerr, CH2M HILL Jessica Roberts, Alta Planning + Design Dana Dickman, Alta Planning + Design Joe Bessman, Kittelson and Associates Serah Breakstone, Angelo Planning Group CC: Theresa Carr, CH2M HILL Julia Kuhn, Kittelson & Associates Matt Hastie, Angelo Planning Group DATE: March 4, 2011 This memorandum describes and analyzes the current (2010) transportation system in Eugene, including existing conditions and deficiencies. The report evaluates the roadway network, public transportation routes and service, bicycle facilities, pedestrian facilities, rail facilities, airports, and pipelines within the project study area. This memorandum also describes general land use patterns and major activity centers that generate traffic. The information used to describe the existing system and identify deficiencies in this report came from the City of Eugene, Lane County, the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), Lane Transit District (LTD) and from the consultant team through a site visit on July 27-28, 2010. While this document attempts to accurately reflect the existing conditions of the transportation system within Eugene, it is not meant to serve as an all-encompassing and comprehensive final assessment. Rather, the document is meant to serve as a starting point for discussion by the broader community,
    [Show full text]
  • Deschutes National Forest
    Deschutes National Forest Summer Trail Access and Conditions Update KNOW BEFORE YOU GO! Updated July 13, 2013 Summer Trail Highlights Summer weather, high summer/holiday use at many recreation sites and trails. Remaining snow limited to South Sister, Broken Top, Road 370 and a few patches on trails and the volcanoes above 6,000’ along the Crest. Reports of heavy blowdown (50+ trees/mile) on some trails. Wilderness Permits required. Broken Top TH and 370 Road from Todd Lake to Road 4601 are blocked by snow and closed until determined safe. June 29 photo from Broken Top. Nearly all Wilderness Tumalo Falls road open to vehicle trails are snow free with a few patches likely remaining traffic. North Fork Trail is cleared of along the PCT and on climber trails and routes up the blow down; open to bikers uphill only. volcano peaks. 16 Road and Three Creek Lakes are open and snow free. Tumalo Mt. Trail may yet have a patch or two of snow but very passible. Green Lks/Moraine Lks Trails are snow free with light blowdown. PCT has patchy snow above 6,000’ with some trail clearing in progress. Mosquito populations are highly variable with some backcountry lakes and riparian areas at high levels. Go prepared with your Ten Essential Systems: Navigation (map and compass) Sun protection (sunglasses/sunscreen) Ongoing Suttle Lake trail project with Deschutes NF Trail Insulation (extra clothing) Crew constructing one of many rock retaining walls. For Illumination (headlamp/flashlight) Your safety, please use caution and leash dogs when First-aid supplies approaching trail crews working the various trails on the Fire(waterproofmatches/lighter/candles) Deschutes.
    [Show full text]
  • Central Cascades Wilderness Strategies Project Deschutes and Willamette National Forests Existing Conditions and Trends by Wilderness Area
    May 31, 2017 Central Cascades Wilderness Strategies Project Deschutes and Willamette National Forests Existing Conditions and Trends by Wilderness Area Summary of Central Cascades Wilderness Areas ......................................................................................... 1 Mount Jefferson Wilderness ....................................................................................................................... 10 Mount Washington Wilderness .................................................................................................................. 22 Three Sisters Wilderness ............................................................................................................................. 28 Waldo Lake Wilderness ............................................................................................................................... 41 Diamond Peak Wilderness .......................................................................................................................... 43 Appendix A – Wilderness Solitude Monitoring ........................................................................................... 52 Appendix B – Standard Wilderness Regulations Concerning Visitor Use ................................................... 57 Summary of Central Cascades Wilderness Areas Introduction This document presents the current conditions for visitor management-related parameters in three themes: social, biophysical, and managerial settings. Conditions are described separately for each of
    [Show full text]
  • Standard Format
    Attachment 3 Jurisdictional Transfer Agreement No. 828 JURISDICTIONAL TRANSFER AGREEMENT Territorial Highway (Mile Point 2.03 to Mile Point 42.08) Section Oregon Route 200 (OR 200) County of Lane THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into by and between the STATE OF OREGON, acting by and through its Department of Transportation, hereinafter referred to as "State,” or “ODOT;" and LANE COUNTY, acting by and through its elected officials, hereinafter referred to as "County," both herein referred to individually or collectively as “Party” or “Parties.” RECITALS 1. Territorial Highway is under the jurisdiction and control of the Oregon Transportation Commission (hereinafter “OTC”). Territorial Highway, State Highway number 200 is also designated as State Route OR 200. State Bridge number 04037 is located at mile point 4.59, State Bridge number 04042 is located at mile point 7.07, State Bridge number 04049 is located at mile point 17.92, State Bridge number 04050A is located at mile point 18.72, State Bridge number 01699A is located at mile point 18.98, State Bridge number 01700A is located at mile point 19.28, State Bridge number 07271 is located at mile point 25.49, and State Bridge number 04059 is located at mile point 37.93 on Territorial Highway. 2. By the authority granted in Oregon Revised Statute (ORS) 190.110, 366.572 and 366.576, State may enter into cooperative agreements with counties, cities and units of local governments for the performance of work on certain types of improvement projects with the allocation of costs on terms and conditions mutually agreeable to the contracting Parties.
    [Show full text]
  • Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Former Morse Brothers Quarry 2903 Green River Road Sweet Home, Oregon
    Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Former Morse Brothers Quarry 2903 Green River Road Sweet Home, Oregon November 20052011 Project Number 2011230034 Cascade Earth Sciences 3511 Pacific Boulevard SW Albany, OR 97321 (541) 926-7737 www.cascade-earth.com CONTENTS EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ............................................................................................................ V 1.0 INTRODUCTION AND SCOPE OF SERVICES .................................................................1 2.0 SITE DESCRIPTION .............................................................................................................1 2.1 Location and Legal Description ........................................................................................... 1 2.2 Site Characteristics ................................................................................................................ 1 2.2.1 Description of Site .................................................................................................... 2 2.2.2 Improvements and Utilities ...................................................................................... 2 2.2.3 Roads and Easements ............................................................................................... 2 2.2.4 Zoning ....................................................................................................................... 2 2.3 Surrounding Property Characteristics .................................................................................. 3 2.3.1 Northern Boundary
    [Show full text]
  • Volcanic Vistas Discover National Forests in Central Oregon Summer 2009 Celebrating the Re-Opening of Lava Lands Visitor Center Inside
    Volcanic Vistas Discover National Forests in Central Oregon Summer 2009 Celebrating the re-opening of Lava Lands Visitor Center Inside.... Be Safe! 2 LAWRENCE A. CHITWOOD Go To Special Places 3 EXHIBIT HALL Lava Lands Visitor Center 4-5 DEDICATED MAY 30, 2009 Experience Today 6 For a Better Tomorrow 7 The Exhibit Hall at Lava Lands Visitor Center is dedicated in memory of Explore Newberry Volcano 8-9 Larry Chitwood with deep gratitude for his significant contributions enlightening many students of the landscape now and in the future. Forest Restoration 10 Discover the Natural World 11-13 Lawrence A. Chitwood Discovery in the Kids Corner 14 (August 4, 1942 - January 4, 2008) Take the Road Less Traveled 15 Larry was a geologist for the Deschutes National Forest from 1972 until his Get High on Nature 16 retirement in June 2007. Larry was deeply involved in the creation of Newberry National Volcanic Monument and with the exhibits dedicated in 2009 at Lava Lands What's Your Interest? Visitor Center. He was well known throughout the The Deschutes and Ochoco National Forests are a recre- geologic and scientific communities for his enthusiastic support for those wishing ation haven. There are 2.5 million acres of forest including to learn more about Central Oregon. seven wilderness areas comprising 200,000 acres, six rivers, Larry was a gifted storyteller and an ever- 157 lakes and reservoirs, approximately 1,600 miles of trails, flowing source of knowledge. Lava Lands Visitor Center and the unique landscape of Newberry National Volcanic Monument. Explore snow- capped mountains or splash through whitewater rapids; there is something for everyone.
    [Show full text]
  • South Santiam Hatchery
    SOUTH SANTIAM HATCHERY PROGRAM MANAGEMENT PLAN 2020 South Santiam Hatchery/Foster Adult Collection Facility INTRODUCTION South Santiam Hatchery is located on the South Santiam River just downstream from Foster Dam, 5 miles east of downtown Sweet Home. The facility is at an elevation of 500 feet above sea level, at latitude 44.4158 and longitude -122.6725. The site area is 12.6 acres, owned by the US Army Corps of Engineers and is used for egg incubation and juvenile rearing. The hatchery currently receives water from Foster Reservoir. A total of 8,400 gpm is available for the rearing units. An additional 5,500 gpm is used in the large rearing pond. All rearing ponds receive single-pass water. ODFW has no water right for water from Foster Reservoir, although it does state in the Cooperative agreement between the USACE and ODFW that the USACE will provide adequate water to operate the facility. The Foster Dam Adult Collection Facility was completed in July of 2014 which eliminated the need to transport adults to and hold brood stock at South Santiam Hatchery. ODFW took over operations of the facility in April of 2014. The new facility consists of an office/maintenance building, pre-sort pool, fish sorting area, 5 long term post-sort pools, 4 short term post-sort pools, and a water-to-water fish-to-truck loading system. Adult fish collection, adult handling, out planting, recycling, spawning, carcass processing, and brood stock holding will take place at Foster The Foster Dam Adult Collection Facility is located about 2 miles east of Sweet Home, Oregon at the base of Foster Dam along the south shore of the South Santiam River at RM 37.
    [Show full text]
  • 2020 OREGON ACTION PLAN for Implementation of Department Of
    2020 OREGON ACTION PLAN For Implementation of Department of the Interior Secretarial Order 3362: “Improving Habitat Quality in Western Big-Game Winter Range and Migration Corridors” Introduction Secretarial Order 3362 (SO3362) directs appropriate bureaus (US Fish and Wildlife Service [USFWS], National Park Service [NPS], and Bureau of Land Management [BLM]) within the Department of the Interior (DOI) to work in close partnership with the State of Oregon to enhance and improve the quality of big-game winter range and migration corridor habitat on Federal lands under the management jurisdiction of the DOI in a way that recognizes state authority to conserve and manage big-game species and respects private property rights. Through scientific endeavors and land management actions, wildlife such as Rocky Mountain Elk (elk), Mule Deer (deer), Pronghorn Antelope (pronghorn), and a host of other species will benefit. Conditions in the broader landscape influence the function of migration corridors and sustainability of big game populations. Such conditions may include habitat fragmentation, land use patterns, resource management, or urbanization. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), through the USDA Forest Service (USFS) and USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS), will collaborate with DOI, the states, and other natural resource managers across the broader landscape when developing an all-lands approach to research, planning, and management for ecological resources, to include migration corridors in a manner that promotes the welfare and populations of elk, deer, and pronghorn, as well as the ecological integrity of terrestrial ecosystems in Oregon. There are just over 62 million acres of land in Oregon, of which approximately 51% (31.9 million acres) is either DOI or Forest Service (USFS) managed.
    [Show full text]
  • South Santiam Subbasin Tmdl
    Willamette Basin TMDL: South Santiam Subbasin September 2006 CHAPTER 9: SOUTH SANTIAM SUBBASIN TMDL Table of Contents WATER QUALITY SUMMARY....................................................................................... 2 Reason for action .........................................................................................................................................................2 Water Quality 303(d) Listed Waterbodies ................................................................................................................3 Water Quality Parameters Addressed.......................................................................................................................3 Who helped us..............................................................................................................................................................4 SUBBASIN OVERVIEW ................................................................................................. 5 Watershed Descriptions ..............................................................................................................................................6 Crabtree Creek Watershed.........................................................................................................................................6 Hamilton Creek / South Santiam River Watershed...................................................................................................6 Middle Santiam River Watershed .............................................................................................................................6
    [Show full text]
  • CITY COUNCIL December 10, 2013 Council Chambers • 777 SW Deschutes Avenue
    CITY HALL 716 SW EVERGREEN AVE REDMOND, OR 97756 541.923.7710 FAX: 541.548.0706 www.ci.redmond.or.us CITY COUNCIL December 10, 2013 Council Chambers • 777 SW Deschutes Avenue COUNCIL MEMBERS DECEMBER 10, 2013 REGULAR MEETING AGENDA 7:00 P.M. George Endicott I. CALL TO ORDER / ESTABLISH A QUORUM Mayor II. INVOCATION Tory Allman A. Pastor Michael Dismore, Central Oregon Police Chaplaincy Councilor III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Joe Centanni Councilor IV. COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS AT THE MEETING Camden King V. MAJOR REDMOND STREET CONSTRUCTION UPDATE Councilor VI. CONSENT AGENDA Ginny McPherson A. Minutes of November 12, 2013, P.M. Council Meeting Exhibit 1 Councilor B. Minutes of November 25, 2013, Special P.M. Council Workshop Exhibit 2 C. Minutes of November 26, 2013, Special P.M. Council Workshop Exhibit 3 Ed Onimus D. Minutes of November 26, 2013, P.M. Council Meeting Exhibit 4 Councilor E. Air Service Agreement with American Airlines Exhibit 5 F. Re-Approval of City Investment Policy, FIN 111 - Investments Exhibit 6 G. Change Order with Povey and Associates Land Surveyors for Exhibit 7 Jay Patrick Councilor the Homestead Canal Trail Survey Project H. Healthcare Preparedness Program Grant Award Exhibit 8 VII. ACTION ITEMS A. 27th Street Roundabout Public Art Project Proposal Exhibit 9 VIII. PRESENTATIONS A. Economic Development for Central Oregon, Roger Lee IX. BID AWARD / BID REJECTION A. SW Timber Avenue 18” Transmission Main Exhibit 10 X. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Ord. #2013-15 – An ordinance amending the City of Redmond Exhibit 11 Urban Area Comprehensive Plan, to adopt the Central Oregon Large Lot Industrial Land Need Analysis as a reference document, with associated Comprehensive Plan Goals and Policies added to Chapter 9, Economic Development and Chapter 14, Urbanization.
    [Show full text]
  • Lassen Volcanic National Park
    LASSEN VOLCANIC NATIONAL PARK • CALIFORNIA • UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR RATIONAL PARK SERVICE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR HAROLD L. ICKES, Secretary NATIONAL PARK SERVICE ARNO B. CAMMERER, Director LASSEN VOLCANIC NATIONAL PARK CALIFORNIA SEASON FROM JUNE 1 TO SEPTEMBER IS UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE WASHINGTON : 1934 RULES AND REGULATIONS The park regulations are designed for the protection of the natural beauties as well as for the comfort and convenience of visitors. The com­ plete regulations may be seen at the office of the superintendent of the park. The following synopsis is for the general guidance of visitors, who are requested to assist in the administration of the park by observing CONTENTS the rules. PAGE Automobiles.—Many sharp unexpected curves exist on the Lassen Peak Loop Highway, and fast driving—over 25 miles per hour in most places—is GEOLOGIC HISTORY 2 dangerous. Drive slowly, keeping always well to the right, and enjoy the THE ANCIENT BROKEOFF CRATER 5 scenery. Specimens and souvenirs.—In order that future visitors may enjoy the SOLFATARAS 6 park unimpaired and unmolested, it is strictly prohibited to break any THE CINDER CONE 8 formation; to take any minerals, lava, pumace, sulphur, or other rock MOUNTAINS 9 specimens; to injure or molest or disturb any animal, bird, tree, flower, or shrub in the park. Driving nails in trees or cutting the bark of trees in OTHER INTERESTING FEATURES I0 camp grounds is likewise prohibited and strictly enforced. Dead wood WILD ANIMALS :: may be gathered for camp fires. Trash.—Scraps of paper, lunch refuse, orange peelings, kodak cartons, FISHING :4 chewing-gum wrappers, and similar trash scattered along the roads and CAMPING r5 trails and camp grounds and parking areas are most objectionable and unsightly.
    [Show full text]
  • Leaburg Hatchery
    LEABURG HATCHERY PROGRAM MANAGEMENT PLAN 2020 Leaburg Hatchery Plan Page 1 Leaburg Hatchery INTRODUCTION Leaburg Hatchery is located along the McKenzie River (Willamette Basin) 4 miles east of Leaburg, Oregon, on Highway 126 at River Mile 38.8 on the McKenzie River. The site is at an elevation of 740 feet above sea level, at latitude 44.1203 and longitude -122.6092. The area of the site is 21.6 acres. Water rights total 44,900 gpm from the McKenzie River. Water use varies with need throughout the year and is delivered by gravity. All rearing facilities use single-pass water. The facility is staffed with 3 FTE’s. Rearing Facilities at Leaburg Hatchery Unit Unit Unit Unit Unit Number Total Construction Type Length Width Depth Volume Units Volume Material Age Condition Comment (ft) (ft) (ft) (ft3) (ft3) Canadian Troughs 16 2.66 1.5 64 13 832 fiberglass 1987 good Canadian Troughs 16 3.0 3.0 144 2 288 Fiberglass 2002 good Circular Ponds 20 2.2 690 6 4,140 concrete 1953 good Raceways 50 20 3.66 3,660 1 10,980 concrete 1953 good Raceways 100 20 3.66 7,320 40 285,480 concrete 1953 good Troughs 18 1.17 0.5 11 5 53 aluminum 1970 good Vertical Incubators 48 plastic 1990 good 6 stacks of 8 trays PURPOSE Leaburg Hatchery was constructed in 1953 by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to mitigate for lost trout habitat caused by construction of Blue River and Cougar dams and other Willamette Valley projects.
    [Show full text]