At 4097ft, Marys Peak, in the Siuslaw National Forest , is the highest peak in the Coast Range. Several hikes are strewn around the summit, and on a clear day there are views across the valley from the Pacific Ocean to the glacier-strewn Central Oregon Cascades.
To reach the summit, drive on Hwy 20 – past the nearby town of Philomath – and then take Hwy 34 for 8.5 miles. Turn right on Marys Peak Rd and go 9.5 miles to the Summit Trailhead; from the summit it's a half-mile walk. A Northwest Forest Pass (available at Peak Sports) or $5 day-use fee (payable on the spot) is required; there's also a campground nearby. Marys Peak Rd is closed above Mile 5.5 from about December to April.
