- Located just 21 miles east of Bend.
- Ski at one of the most popular ski resorts in Oregon, where over 370 inches of fresh powder falls each year.
- A challenging hike to the summit offers breathtaking views.
- One of 3 volcanoes in the 15-mile Mount Bachelor Volcanic Chain.
Overview
Mount Bachelor, located just west of Bend, is one of several volcanoes that are part of the beautiful Cascade Mountain Range. Known for some of the best skiing in Oregon, the mountain receives an average of 370 inches of pristine powder each year. Mt. Bachelor, which has an elevation of 9,065 feet, was called “Brother Jonathan” by the settlers. It was later named Bachelor Butte, but the ski resort developers decided to call it Mt. Bachelor to make it more appealing to skiers. The name took and eventually became official.
Location and Information
Mount Bachelor, OR, is located 21 miles west of Bend via the Cascade Lakes Highway (SW Century Drive in Bend).
- Contact Information: Deschutes National Forest, 1001 SW Emkay Drive, Bend, OR 97702. Phone: 541-383-5300.
Activities
- Skiing and Snowboarding – Thousands of people come to ski and ride the slopes at Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort, which opened on December 19, 1958. The ski area covers 3,683 acres and caters to all levels of skiers and boarders.
- Hiking – There are a variety of places to hike on and around Mt. Bachelor. A difficult 4.4 mile out and back hike to the summit gives hikers spectacular views of the surrounding area. The hike has an elevation gain of 2,500 feet and takes about 4 hours.
Fun Facts
- Mount Bachelor is the northernmost volcano in the 15-mile long Mount Bachelor Volcanic Chain. The 3 volcanoes in this chain are known as shield volcanoes.
- Formed somewhere between 11,000 and 15,000 years ago, Mt. Bachelor is the youngest of the Cascade volcanoes. It has been at least 8,000 years since Mt. Bachelor last erupted.
