Pets allowed
Allowed with Restrictions
Guided tours
No
Backcountry camping
Yes
Lodging
No
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Located near the California-Oregon border, the Soda Mountain Wilderness is a federally protected wilderness area encompassing over 24,700 acres. This wilderness area is entirely located in Oregon, and it is managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). 

Soda Mountain Wilderness is a significant ecological area situated at the intersection of the Oregon desert and fir forests. This mountainous region is rich in biological and geological diversity. This wilderness is notable for Boccard Point, where three mountain ranges meet: the Klamath Range in the south, the Siskiyou Range in the west, and the Cascade Range in the north.

COMMON VEGETATION

Oak woodlands, old-growth ponderosa pine trees, Douglas-fir trees, grasslands, and shrublands. 

WILDLIFE

A number of animals (some of which are rare) inhabit this area, including Roosevelt elk, cougars, black bears, golden eagles, bald eagles, goshawks, and falcons.

ELEVATION RANGE

Approximately 3,000 to 5,800 feet.

RECREATION ACTIVITIES

There are numerous trails offering exploration opportunities in Soda Mountain Wilderness, including the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). 

  • Hiking

  • Backpacking

  • Camping

  • Horseback Riding

WHEN TO GO
The best seasons are spring, summer, and fall.

REGULATIONS

  • Motor vehicles (including OHVs), motorboats, and motorized equipment are prohibited. 

  • Bicycles, hang gliders, wagons, carts, and portage wheels are also prohibited.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Bureau of Land Management

Logistics + Planning

Preferable season(s)

Spring
Summer
Fall

Congestion

Moderate

Parking Pass

None

Open Year-round

Yes

Pros

Unique geology. Rare plants and animals. Trails.

Cons

Wilderness is broken up by some areas of private land.

Features

Backcountry camping
Wildlife
Geologically significant
Wildflowers
Horseback riding

Location

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