Opal Creek Expeditions offers unforgettable backpacking adventures for youth ages 10–17 in some of Oregon’s most stunning and rugged wilderness. Through our small-group backcountry expeditions, we bring youth face-to-face with the outdoor places that make Oregon great—pristine mountain streams, uncut vistas, and old-growth forests. Along the way, participants build skills, explore wild places, and form lasting connections with the land, each other, and themselves. Whether you’re new to the outdoors or ready for your next challenge, Opal Creek Expeditions delivers a safe, supportive, and exciting summer experience.
Circumnavigate Three-Fingered Jack in the Mount Jefferson Wilderness, one of the most unique peaks of the Cascades. As we navigate past basalt formation and glacial pools, we will discover first hand how fire and ice have shaped the High Cascades landscape. You and your team will gradually rise up to the base of Three Fingered Jack, exploring flowering meadows, creeks, and ridgelines. At the end of this epic adventure, you will raft the incredible McKenzie River! This trip is designed to expand on previous hiking experience, so come prepared to be in the elements.
Ages
14-17 yrs
Days
Tue - Mon
Start Time
8:00 AM
End Time
12:00 AM
Start Date
Aug 19, 2025
End Date
Aug 25, 2025
Ages: 9-17 yrs
Dates: Jun 22, 2025 - Jun 28, 2025
Times: 07:00 AM - 08:00 PM
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$2,400
Ages: 9-17 yrs
Dates: Jul 13, 2025 - Jul 19, 2025
Times: 07:00 AM - 08:00 PM
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$2,400
Ages: 7-18 yrs
Dates: Jun 30, 2025 - Jul 04, 2025
Times: 08:30 AM - 08:00 AM
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$995
Ages: 9-18 yrs
Dates: Jun 29, 2025 - Jul 05, 2025
Times: 08:30 AM - 08:00 AM
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$2,400