Base of Mt. Thielsen via Mt. Thielsen Trail

The Trail begins at Mt. Thielsen Trailhead/Sno Park and takes you up through a vast forest of pines. As you ascend, Diamond Lake will slowly start to peak through. Continue straight at mile marker 1.6 and keep an eye out for Mt. Thielsen ahead. Just before entering Mount Thielsen Wilderness around mile marker 2.9, the beautiful peak will be visible from the trail. Enjoy the rather eccentric looking forest around you. At times you may feel surrounded by Dr. Seuss plants; the beautiful summer colors and the formation of fallen trees create an environment to keep you entertained on your climb.

In the last 0.5 miles of your hike, take one/any of the many small paths on your left, which will lead you to campsites on the ridge of the mountain. There, you will have full views of Oregon’s beautiful wilderness and the base of Mt. Thielsen. You can set your camp up, but making the last 0.5 miles up to the top of the trailhead is well worth the full panoramic views of Diamond Lake and it’s surroundings.