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The pnwSOTA website was created to facilitate communication between SOTA operators in the Pacific Northwest region, as well as show off some of the activities of the top-notch folks we have in the area. On this site you will find information about getting started in SOTA as well as details about summits and activations contributed by people that are operating here.
18:00 UTC, Saturday, October 10, 2026
McKenzie River Area
We are excited to host the 5th annual Central Oregon Summit to Summit Party. The one-day event will take place in the McKenzie River drainage; however, participants can choose to operate from anywhere they choose. As in past years, we will use a simple, directed net to maintain efficiency and allow all participants fair time on the air.
1.6 Miles, +944 Feet
Trailhead: Take the Feely I-15 exit and drive 9.4 miles westerly on FS-96 (suitable for all vehicles). Turn left (South) on FS-8486 and continue for 3 more miles (Subaru or 4wd). Continue south on the ridge another 0.7 miles on FS-7449 (Closed to motorized use 10/15-12/1) and park at the gate (Subaru or 4wd).