Temperatures should drop pretty significantly over the weekend. Forecasts predict a high of 70 degrees Fahrenheit Friday and then highs in the low 60s Saturday through Monday, making for a chilly mid-June weekend.
Be on the lookout for reports of high country trails opening soon as the snowline continues to recede. Deschutes National Forest trail crew supervisor Joe Welke wrote in his last report at the end of May that snow still remained above 5,500 feet and forest visitors should expect a late melt-out. The last few weeks of sunny, 80-degree weather should have made significant progress.
According to last week’s report from Deschutes National Forest trail crew supervisor Joe Welke, deep snow persists in the high country but, as the snowline recedes, access is slowly expanding. Most trails above 5,000 feet have at least some snow. Welke said forest visitors should expect a late melt out. Broken Top Trailhead had 7-8 feet of snow above 6,500 feet as of May 23, Welke reported. For anyone looking for a June ski or snowshoe, Dutchman Sno-park still has adequate snow for winter recreation. Temporary signs have been removed, so visitor s are responsible for their own navigation.
According to last week’s report from Deschutes National Forest trail crew supervisor Joe Welke, deep snow persists in the high country but, as the snowline recedes, access is slowly expanding. Most trails above 5,000 feet have at least some snow. Welke said forest visitors should expect a late melt out. Broken Top Trailhead had 7-8 feet of snow above 6,500 feet as of May 23, Welke reported. For anyone looking for a June ski or snowshoe, Dutchman Sno-park still has adequate snow for winter recreation. Temporary signs have been removed, so visitor s are responsible for their own navigation.
The weather forecast for the weekend predicts cool, overcast days Friday and Saturday, with highs around 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Things should clear and heat up Sunday, with temperatures rising into the 70s for the second half of Memorial Day weekend. Memorial Day might be the best day for an outing followed by a dip in the river, as the high is 76 degrees Fahrenheit Monday.
All trails under 5,500 feet are free of snow, according to last week s report from Deschutes National Forest trail crew supervisor Joe Welke. The Deschutes River Trail, Horse Butte area, Phil’s trail system and low-elevation trails around Sisters are all accessible. Most trails higher than 5,500 feet are under at least some snow, Welke said. The snowpack has also delayed some campgrounds from opening this weekend. So keep an eye out on the national forest website and make sure those reservations are still valid. More information below.
Anyone who thought this week’s heat was a rude summer awakening is in luck this weekend. That High Desert air is expected to cool off Friday. Skies should remain clear