Dee Wright Observatory McKenzie Pass Oregon (interior)
Dee Wright Observatory is located at the summit of McKenzie Pass on McKenzie Highway, State Route 242. The elevation of the observatory is 5,187 feet. The viewing windows inside the structure are referred to as lava tube viewing holes. Through these windows visitors can view and identify several of the Cascade Mountain peaks. A bronze peak finder is located at the top of the structure.
The Civilian Conservation Corps, Camp F-23 of Company 927, built the observatory from lava rock during the Great Depression. It is named after Dee Wright, the foreman in charge of the Camp.
Since its completion in 1935, the observatory has been a favorite attraction for thousands of visitors each summer. Interpretive panels, located on the paved trail to the observatory, tell the story of early travelers and area geology. A restroom and the trail to the structure are accessible for wheelchairs and, strollers. The Lava River Interpretive Trail is located next to the observatory, offering an unusual half-mile hike through young lava flows on a paved trail.
-- Information courtesy: U.S. Forest Service Website, 2008
Proxy Falls/ Dee Wright Observatory ????
Proxy Falls
McKenzie Hwy
Blue River, OR 97488
United States
Deschutes National Forest
McKenzie Hwy
Sisters, OR 97759
United States
Tips:
- Make sure you fill up your gas tank on Blue River Rd.
- Go early to check out other view points or trailhead
- Take snacks
- take lots of picture and videos
- and last...take a minute to just breath and appreciate nature????
McKenzie Pass Oregon Dee Wright Observatory
US Forest: Willamette National Forest, Deschutes National Forest
Length: 82.0 miles / 132.0 km
Time to Allow: Two hours to drive the byway or five hours to stop at places along the way.
Experience dramatic views of the snowcapped High Cascade Peaks. The panorama of lava fields and six Cascade peaks is made more striking by the contrast between the black lava and white snow. The mountains are mirrored in crystal-clear lakes, and the byway passes beautiful waterfalls, including Sahalie and Koosah Falls. Dee Wright Observatory is located at the summit of McKenzie Pass on McKenzie Highway, State Route 242. The elevation of the observatory is 5,187 feet. The viewing windows inside the structure are referred to as lava tube viewing holes. Through these windows visitors can view and identify several of the Cascade Mountain peaks. A bronze peak finder is located at the top of the structure.
The Civilian Conservation Corps, Camp F-23 of Company 927, built the observatory from lava rock during the Great Depression. It is named after Dee Wright, the foreman in charge of the Camp.
Since its completion in 1935, the observatory has been a favorite attraction for thousands of visitors each summer. Interpretive panels, located on the paved trail to the observatory, tell the story of early travelers and area geology. A restroom and the trail to the structure are accessible for wheelchairs and, strollers. The Lava River Interpretive Trail is located next to the observatory, offering an unusual half-mile hike through young lava flows on a paved trail.
-- Information courtesy: U.S. Forest Service Website, 2008
Dee Wright Observatory McKenzie Pass Oregon (roof)
Dee Wright Observatory is located at the summit of McKenzie Pass on McKenzie Highway, State Route 242. The elevation of the observatory is 5,187 feet. The viewing windows inside the structure are referred to as lava tube viewing holes. Through these windows visitors can view and identify several of the Cascade Mountain peaks. A bronze peak finder is located at the top of the structure.
The Civilian Conservation Corps, Camp F-23 of Company 927, built the observatory from lava rock during the Great Depression. It is named after Dee Wright, the foreman in charge of the Camp.
Since its completion in 1935, the observatory has been a favorite attraction for thousands of visitors each summer. Interpretive panels, located on the paved trail to the observatory, tell the story of early travelers and area geology. A restroom and the trail to the structure are accessible for wheelchairs and, strollers. The Lava River Interpretive Trail is located next to the observatory, offering an unusual half-mile hike through young lava flows on a paved trail.
-- Information courtesy: U.S. Forest Service Website, 2008
Easy Walk at Dee Wright Observatory on the McKenzie Pass in Oregon
We went for an easy walk today at the Dee Wright Observatory. There was a 1/2 mile walk with education signs and great views. There was also an observatory that you can climb to the top of to see some amazing views of the mountains! It was a nice cool day. It can get pretty warm here since you're walking around a lava field.
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Incredible Mckenzie Pass Lava Beds - Sisters Oregon
A nice little 5 min tour of the amazing Mckenzie pass lava beds near Sisters Oregon. Recorded in 2011. Belknap crater, Lava beds, Sisters peaks, Dee Wright Observatory, Mt. Washington
Dee Wright Observatory Stair Climb
Climbing the stairs of the Dee Wright Observatory, an observatory built of lava in the middle of an ancient 65 square mile mass of lava flow at the summit of the Mckenzie Pass near Sisters, Oregon. A 36 inch (90 cm) diameter, bronze azimuth-like peak finder on the observatory's roof to help visitors locate nearby geologic features as well as the surrounding mountain peaks. From the top of the observatory, visitors have a panoramic view of the Cascade Mountain Range including Mount Hood in the far north.
Santiam & McKenzie Highways Time Lapse Through Cascade Mountains
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This drive begins at the Detroit Dam along Oregon Highway 22. It follows the Santiam Highway, Oregon 22, then US 20, Oregon 126, and Oregon 242, the McKenzie Highway. The video ends at McKenzie Pass, at the Dee Wright Observatory. The weather was horrible, but hopefully you can still enjoy the ride.
Music Info:
Artist: Chris Zabriskie
Titles May Include:
Oxygen Garden
I Am a Man Who Will Fight for Your Honor
Out of the Skies, Under the Earth
The Life and Death of a Certain K. Zabriskie, Patriarch
I Am Running Down the Long Hallway of Viewmont Elementary
I Am Running with Temporary Success from a Monstrous Vacuum In Pursuit
Divider
Wonder Cycle
Candlepower
Air Hockey Saloon
Mario Bava Sleeps In a Little Later Than He Expected To.
You'll find the track title(s) at the end of the video.
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Old McKenzi Hwy - Going to Dee Wright Observatory
Nice drive through the lava beds
A ride down McKenzie pass, Oregon
A 10 min ride down McKenzie* pass in mid July
shot July 19, 2012
*McKenzie Pass (elev. 5335 ft/1623 m) is a mountain pass in the Cascade Range in central Oregon
Oregon: Proxy Falls and Dee Wright Observatory Drone 4K
We hiked to Proxy Falls to film the magnificent waterfall. On the way back, we stopped at Dee Wright Observatory which is an observation structure at the summit of McKenzie Pass in the Cascade Mountains of Oregon. The structure is an open shelter constructed with lava stone. It is located in the midst of a large lava flow, and offers an exceptional view of numerous Cascade peaks.
** Music:
Song: Fredji - Happy Life (Vlog No Copyright Music)
Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music.
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The old Mc Kenzie scenic byway. Hwy 242 Oregon E14
The roads were narrow and curvy, the views of the mountain peaks were spectacular, the observatory was unexpected, and the devastation from the previous summers fires were heartbreaking.
Join us on our road trip in Central Oregon
Mc Kenzie Pass
Dee Wright Observatory
2:51
Milli Fire
camera used: GoPro Hero Black 6
editing software: Cyberlink Power Director 15
music: youtube audio libraray
Fresno Alley - Josh Lippi & The Overtimers
Royale - Josh Lippi & The Ovetimers
Pedal to the Medal - Chris Haugen
Controlled Distress - Biz Baz Studio
Desert Catharsis - Asher Fulero
Sunrise On Mars
We Lucky Few - Chris Haugen
Dance of the U-Boat - Aakash Gandhi
Sunrise On Mars by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (
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McKenzie Pass Oregon Hwy 242 Pt.2
Raw video from McKenzie Pass summit to Sisters Oregon riding a Triumph Tiger 800xc Sept. 24th, 2016
Oregon Attraction
- Oregon attraction video
Lava Flows, HWY 242, McKenzie Pass Cascade Mountains
Video taken August 06, 2010.
Video of Rooster Rock Fire
Aaron Baker travels on old Hwy 242 over Mckenzie Pass in the Cascade Mountains.
Aaron finds himself in a large 1500 year old lava flow that blankets the earth making it look as if he's on a different planet. He goes into the Dee Wright Observatory to get a view of the many Cascade Mountains that can be seen in the distance.
Link to info in Dee Wright Observatory
Oregon Cascades, USA in 4K (Ultra HD)
The Oregon Cascade Mountains are rich of beautiful lakes, waterfalls, peaks and trails.
Locations in the video:
Central Cascades: Cascade Lakes Hwy - Davis Lake (0:01), Wikiup Reservoir (0:08), Deschutes River (0:16), Lava Lake (0:20), Elk Lake (0:39), Devils Lake (0:43), Sparks Lake (0:50), Green Lakes Trail (1:10), Green Lakes (1:42), Broken Top Trail (2:08), Todd Lake (2:36), Salt Creek Falls (2:41). Santiam-McKenzie Hwy - Head of Metolius River (3:10), Big Lake (3:15), Sahalie Falls (3:19), Koosah Falls (3:29), Lower Proxy Falls (3:57), Upper Proxy Falls (4:16), Scott Lake (4:27), Dee Wright Observatory (4:34).
Northern Cascades: Trillium Lake (5:07), Mirror Lake (5:16), Tom Dick and Harry Trail (5:21), Mt Hood (5:29), Lolo Pass /Bald Mountain trail (6:10), Lost Lake (6:26).
For Southern Cascades: watch my Crater Lake video.
Recorded August 2016 in 4K (Ultra HD) with Sony AX100.
Music:
Angelight - Zensation (Paradise Gate) - 07 - Hidden Light
Licensed via iLicenseMusic.com
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