French Pete Trail, Hiking trail in Willamette National Forest, Oregon.
The French Pete Trail extends for 9.9 miles through low-elevation old-growth forest, following the gentle path of French Pete Creek in western Oregon.
The area gained protection in 1978 when Congress added French Pete to the Three Sisters Wilderness after significant debates between logging interests and conservation groups.
The trail represents a victory for environmental conservation movements of the 1960s and 1970s, marking a shift in public attitudes toward forest preservation.
The trail maintains a moderate elevation gain of 1,000 feet over its length, making it suitable for both day hikers and horseback riders from March to December.
Large Douglas firs and ancient cedars line the path, while sword fern, Oregon grape, and twinflower create a dense forest understory along the route.
Location: Oregon
GPS coordinates: 44.04110,-122.20700
Latest update: March 5, 2025 02:55
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