Gearhart Mountain Wilderness, Protected wilderness area in Fremont-Winema National Forest, Oregon.
The wilderness spans 22,823 acres of mountain terrain, reaching an elevation of 8,364 feet at Gearhart Mountain's summit.
The area received its designation as a Wild Area in 1943 and expanded by 4,144 acres through the Wilderness Act of 1984.
The mountain bears the name of James and William Gearhart, two brothers who managed cattle operations in this region from 1873 to 1882.
The wilderness network includes 20 miles of marked trails for hiking, with the main Gearhart Mountain Trail extending 13 miles from south to north.
Views from Gearhart Mountain extend to Steens Mountain, Cascade peaks, Lassen Peak in California, and the Three Sisters in Oregon.
Location: Oregon
Inception: 1943
GPS coordinates: 42.51280,-120.86200
Latest update: March 6, 2025 12:16
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