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Green Lakes

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Green Lakes

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This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Three Sisters Wilderness

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    1. Green Lakes Trail loop — Deschutes National Forest

    20.1km

    05:44

    470m

    480m

    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    October 7, 2022

    The Green Lakes are a popular spot for a hike into the Three Sisters Wilderness. Enjoy the stunning colors of the crystal clear lakes. If you are (a lot) more adventurous, you can extend you hike and summit Broken Top via the ridgeline from the northwestern side (this is a T4 trail next to the top).

      July 10, 2023

      The western edge of the basin is a predominantly grassy marsh, but there are designated campsites sprinkled around all three lakes on the eastern side if you are spending the night. It is an excellent base camp for exploring the high-elevation slopes of the Three Sisters Wilderness.

        August 22, 2024

        The greenest I have ever seen the lakes has been under cloudy skies, so don’t be afraid to hike this one when the skies are gray. Green Lakes is not typically accessible until mid-June due to snow. A Central Cascades permit is required for hiking to Green Lakes between June 15 and October 15.

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          Location: Deschutes County, Oregon, United States

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