Upper Three Creek Sno-Park—most commonly known among locals simply as Three Creeks Sno-Park—sits about 20 minutes south of Sisters and offers an easy getaway that shows off the natural wonders of the Deschutes National Forest and the neighboring Three Sisters Wilderness.
The popular Sno-Park sits just north of Three Creek Lake and offers access to 14 miles of cross-country skiing trails—with several loops that vary in length and difficulty.
The most popular destination among Nordic skiers and snowshoers (who have one designated trail to themselves) is the Jeff View Shelter—a warming hut, routinely stocked with firewood, that provides wide-open views of Broken Top and the Three Sisters mountains rising above the recovering forest before you.
Snowmobile riders, meanwhile, can traverse several trails that head deep into the surrounding forests—and toward Tam McArthur Rim in the south.
Note that the trail toward McKenzie Pass and Hoodoo may be impassable due to damage and hazards from fire activity. Reach out to the Deschutes National Forest before heading out to learn about any current restrictions, closures, and accessibility.
Open Season
November-April, depending on snowpack
Dog Friendly and/or Leash Rules
Dogs are permitted and must be leashed in the parking area.
Best time to visit
Mid-Dec.-April
Don’t Miss
Make haste for the Jeff View Shelter—where you can warm up while enjoying views of the winter wonderland surrounding Mount Jefferson.
Fees or Pass Needed
A Sno-Park Parking Permit is required April-Nov.; a daily Sno-Park permit costs $4, a three-day permit costs $9, and a season-long pass costs $25.
Restrictions
Snowmobiles may not enter the Three Sisters Wilderness or Mount Jefferson Wilderness, both of which are west of the Sno-Park.
Activities
Snowshoeing
Nordic Skiing
Snowmobiling/ATV
Parking
A parking area is available.
Directions
From Sisters, the 11-mile drive to Upper Three Creek Sno-Park takes about 20 minutes via S. Elm St., which becomes Three Creek Road and, eventually, Forest Road 16.
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