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Suttle Lake Extended Trip

  • Start date: 10/05/2026

  • Start time: 8:00 AM

  • End date: 10/07/2026

  • End time: 5:00 PM

Description:

This 2 night, 3 day trip is based at Suttle Lake Camp. The cost is $150 per person for members and $160 for non-members and includes just the 2 night lodging in Wesley Meadows Lodge: https://suttlelake.gocamping.org/files/websites/suttlelake/wesley+Meadow+Floor+Plan.pdf Wesley Lodge has a great room with a wood stove and expansive windows that let in the afternoon light and a large deck. Off of the great room is a fully equipped kitchen. A two-story sleeping wing has a total of twelve bedrooms with two beds in each room. Restrooms and showers are available on both floors.

Many participants will have their own room; some may share. Dinners will be prepared and shared by the participants; bring your own breakfast and lunches. Nearby hiking will be the primary activity during the day, although just hanging out in the lodge or sitting lakeside is OK too.

Within 5 days of signing up, mail a check payable to the Obsidians to Jean Harris, 78116 Mosby Cr Road, Cottage Grove, OR 97424. Cancellation policy: you will only get a refund if someone on the Wait List takes your place. A pre-trip meeting will be held at the Lodge on Tuesday, Sept 22, 6PM. For those who want to share transportation to Suttle Lake, the suggested donation to the driver is $24.

Photo by: Jean Harris

  • Event Leader: Jean Harris

  • Event Leader Phone: 541-953-0268

  • Event Leader Email: jeanmarieharr@gmail.com

  • Assistant Leader: Roy Nelson

  • Event category: Extended Trips

  • Area Type: Mountain

  • Departure Location: See Trip Description

  • Rating: Mixed

  • Roundtrip total drive miles: 220 miles

  • Season: 2026

  • Permits Required:

  • Event Status: Passed

  • Supplies and Equipment Required: Rain gear, breakfast and lunch, water, 10 Essentials

  • participant prerequisites: Fun, flexible attitude.

  • Conditions:

  • Total Distance: various

  • Member Fees: 150

  • Elevation Gain: various

  • Non-Member Fees: 160

  • Committee: Extended Trips

  • Junior member fees: —

Trip Report

Suttle Lake Extended Trip Report
October 5-7, 2026
Wesley Meadow Lodge at United Methodist Church Camp

Monday, October 5, 2026
11 participants gathered at Clear Lake Resort and hiked the 5.5 mile loop around the lake. With blue skies and warm temps, the amazing blue lake contrasting with conifers and maples provided a beautiful outdoor experience to start our adventure.
Wesley Meadow Lodge near Suttle Lake has 12 bedrooms, a kitchen and large gathering room suitable for dining, lounging and enjoying companionship. Both evening dinners were delicious with half the group providing each night’s meal.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
6 hikers went to Canyon Creek Meadows to enjoy the beautiful area with Randy Sinnott leading the hike. A goat was spotted to add to their enjoyment.
4 hikers ventured to the Metolius River. Starting at Wizard Falls Fish Hatchery, they hiked upstream to Lower Canyon Creek CG and back. Along the way, Gushing Springs roars out of the hill and into the Metolius River. The group enjoyed the fish hatchery, Camp Sherman and the Headwaters of the Metolius.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
The departure day found participants going in different directions with 6 going to Tam McArthur Rim for a 5 mile hike with Lana Lindstrom guiding the group. The views show numerous Cascade Peaks and surrounding Central Oregon. Three chose to enjoy the Suttle Lake area, which has a 3.5 miles loop hike. Fishing for Randy and geothermal exploration for Alan provided a pleasant day.
Clear skies, bright sun, delicious food and great companionship made for an amazing extended trip.

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