Maiden Peak

Great hike. Good road off the south end of Cascades lake highway. Trail in great shape. pretty well marked but cairns helped. Steep last mile.

With some recent cold weather in Central Oregon, I've been feeling the pressure to get in my sixth peak! Saturday was a return to summer

Beautiful day for a hike. Air was crisp and cool, leaves were just starting to turn red and yellow, and the summit was clear for

Today was my first time up Maiden Peak. I went solo from the Maiden Lake Trailhead. The forecast called for showers all day, but I

It was my first time hiking this peak.  I got a late start.  I debated going due to the recent wildfire smoke we've been having. 

The Gold Lake Road is in great shape for any type of vehicle.  The hike was through the  forest for about 5.5 miles before coming