Pilot Butte, located in Pilot Butte State Scenic Viewpoint, is a prominent volcanic cinder cone rising 500 feet (152.4 meters) above the high desert plains of Central Oregon. This iconic landmark offers panoramic views of the surrounding Cascade Mountains, including the Three Sisters and Mount Bachelor. Visitors can ascend the butte via a winding trail to reach the summit, where interpretive signs provide insights into the area's geological history and natural features. Pilot Butte is a popular spot for hiking, picnicking, and enjoying sunrise or sunset views over Bend and the Deschutes River Valley. The butte is also a favorite spot for birdwatching and wildflower viewing during spring and early summer.
Website: oregonstateparks.org
Phone: (800) 551-6949
Cross Streets: Near the intersection of NE Highway 20 and NE 15th St
1310 NE Highway 20 Bend, OR 97701 ·2222.19 mi
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yelpBeautiful place Lovely hike Plenty of parking Quick wrkout Scenic Popular Would recommend Go enjoy! :)
MoreThe views from the top are unmatched! You can see the entire valley, and luckily on this clear day all of the mountains too!! We did the dirt trail and though there were parts that were steep,...
MorePilot Butte is a park where you can see 360° views. We went up to check it out in the early evening and there were quite a few people up there waiting to watch the sunset. We saw other people...
MoreWe decided to do an early morning hike up pilot butte. There is a parking lot on the side by the apartments for hiking up to the top because the road is closed. The park hours are sunrise so we...
MoreThis beautiful park sits right in the middle of Bend, Oregon. It became a park in 1928 and it was a volcano a long time ago. You have two choices to get to the summit of the 480 foot butte. You...
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