Near Tam McArthur Rim Hike
Overlooking Three Creeks Lake, Oct 2019
Near Tam McArthur Rim Hike
Tam McArthur Rim (07-19-2018)
Near Tam McArthur Rim Hike
Tam McArthur Rim from trail (07-19-2018)
Near Tam McArthur Rim Hike
Near Tam McArthur Rim Hike

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Tam McArthur Rim Hike

4.2 (6 Ratings)
A good uphill hike that offers spectacular views of Three Creeks Lake, Broken Top, Broken Hand, and the Sisters.
5.2
mi
Distance
1,285
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFamily FriendlyLakeLakefrontSwimmingViewsWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
5.19mi
Distance
1,285ft
Elevation Gain
1,285ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
7,731ft
High Point
6,523ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
If you want a beautiful place named after you, it doesn't hurt to have a role on the Geographic Names Board, where Lewis "Tam" McArthur was the secretary from 1916-1949. Tam McArthur Rim is an excellent introduction to the less popular portion of the Three Sisters Wilderness that is accessible from the town of Sisters. This gradual hike will lead to the cliff where you will get a panoramic view as far north as Mount Hood and more intimate views of Broken Top, the Three Sisters and Three Creek Lake. If you would like to extend the hike into a multi-day trip, consider traversing the north side of Broken Top to wrap around to Green Lakes, or cut east to Camp and Chambers Lakes. Three Creek Lake is also a perfect basecamp for packing to Park Meadow.

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