Bald Mountain
Bald Mountain is a rugged summit near Bend, Oregon, offering wild alpine terrain, panoramic views, and steep routes for experienced hikers and mountaineers.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | Cascade Range |
| Subregion | Pacific Northwest |
| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| County | Deschutes County |
| District | Bend |
| City | Bend |
| Timezone | AmericaLos Angeles |
| Latitude | 44.03 |
| Longitude | -121.36 |
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6:13 PM LOCAL TIMESituated just north of Bend, Oregon, Bald Mountain rises abruptly from the surrounding high desert and forested uplands to a nearly treeless, rocky summit at approximately 2,740 meters (9,000 feet). The mountain's exposed slopes and ridges reward those who seek challenging routes, whether on multi-pitch climbs or high-angle scrambles. On clear days, visitors enjoy panoramic vistas across the Cascade Range, with views of near and distant peaks; when winds pick up, the summit becomes a stark, windswept platform. The slopes below the summit are characterized by a mix of loose volcanic rock, alpine meadows, and patches of hardy forest, with common access points from well-marked trailheads to the south and east. Climbing and hiking at Bald Mountain demand solid route-finding skills, respect for high-elevation weather, and appropriate gear; the rewards are solitude, dramatic panoramas, and a sense of exposure that feels distinctly mountain.
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