Trail use is at its peak for this season. Check bulletin boards at trailheads for any notices before setting out.

Some trails in the Mount Jefferson Wilderness are still closed due to the Bridge 99 Complex fires. These include Jefferson Lake Trail, Sugar Pine Ridge Trail, Shirley Lake Trail and the Cabot Lake Trail.

The Pacific Crest Trail has reopened between the Deschutes and Willamette national forests for through-hikers. As of Saturday, there was still a closure in effect on the Mount Hood National Forest with a reroute in place.

As far as trail access, snow is no longer limiting anything except for South Sisters Climbers Trail. There is still one small snow field up around the 7,700-foot mark with some patchiness just below that. It shouldn’t be an impediment to hikers.

Forest Road 370 is still closed and being checked for blowdown and a small patch of snow blocking one end. It will be another week or so before it opens.

There is trail clearing in progress on most trails, including Black Crater Trail. Green Lakes trail is cleared. Moraine Lake and Soda Creek trails have some light blowdown, but they are passable. Todd Lake Trail is clear up to Broken Top.

Trails in the Newberry Caldera area are in good condition. Charlton and Lemish Lake trails have been cleared of blowdown.

In the Crescent Ranger District, there is a moderate level of blowdown in the Summit Lake area. On the Pacific Crest Trail through Diamond Peak, there may be patchy snow. Trail users should be aware that mosquitoes are aggressive up near Diamond Peak.

Opening of the new paved trail from Sunriver to Lava Lands and Benham East is scheduled for Aug. 9. Flagline Trail on the backside of Tumalo Mountain is closed until Aug. 15 for wildlife passage. Bikers be aware, and do not ride this trail until after it reopens.

A reminder to backcountry users: Wilderness permits are required. Be sure to do research and make sure you understand the designated campsite requirements, especially at Green and Moraine lakes.