Clackamas-Breitenbush Scenic Byway (Forest Rd 46)

About this campground

The byway crosses through the northern part of the Willamette National Forest and into the Mt. Hood National Forest. It is part of the 220 mile West Cascades Scenic Byway, which runs north to south, skirting the northern half of Oregon's Cascade Mountain Range. From Detroit, Oregon Forest Road 46 follows the Breitenbush River into some of western Oregon's most pristine public lands. You can stop for a refreshing soak at a natural hot springs resort, or stretch your legs on the 2.5 mile South Breitenbush National Recreational Trail. A short side trip from the main trail leads to an impressive gorge, where the Breitenbush River passes through narrow basalt. A seven-mile detour brings you to the Olallie Lakes Scenic Area and the Mount Jefferson Wilderness Area. Here, countless lakes can be accessed from developed trails; a small seasonal resort provides services. At Ripplebrook, the Byway joins Oregon Route 224 and parallels the "Wild and Scenic" Clackamas River to Estacada. This route is also the Cascading Rivers Oregon Scenic Bikeway and is popular with cyclists. Oregon Scenic Bikeways are official state-designated routes selected and curated by experts, with printable maps, GPS and signage. Download the Oregon Scenic Bikeways guide here. Oregon Scenic Byways Official Driving Guide