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Willamette Pass: Oakridge to Crescent, Central Cascades, Oregon
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Willamette Pass: Oakridge to Crescent

OR 58, Willamette Highway, Masten Butte Road · Oakridge → Crescent Cutoff Road

Leisurely50 mi1 hr 5 min5,000 ft climbHigh point ≈ 5,100 ftOne way
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The drive

Highway 58 crosses the Cascades from Oakridge in the Willamette Valley to Crescent on the east side. This drive follows the Middle Fork Willamette River upstream past Salt Creek Falls, climbs to Willamette Pass at about 5,100 feet, and passes Odell Lake. It then follows Crescent Cutoff Road down to Crescent, ending near US 97.

At 50.4 miles and about 1 hr 3 min, it's a forest road of curves and sweepers. The climb is nearly 5,000 feet over the route, and the trees change from fir and hemlock to pine as you cross.

The drive ends on Crescent Cutoff Road near US 97, not on the highway itself.

Along the way

  1. Oakridge
  2. Crescent Cutoff Road (US-97)
Elevation
5,000 ft of climbing · high point ≈ 5,100 ft
OakridgeCrescent Cutoff Road
Curves
Mostly gentle curves
OakridgeCrescent Cutoff Road
GentleHairpins

Good to know

  • Trucks use this road, and winter snow can bring chain requirements at the pass.
  • Traction tires may replace chains for vehicles under 10,000 pounds that aren't towing; towing vehicles must use chains when required.
  • Check TripCheck for chain rules and conditions before a trip from fall to spring.
  • Services are limited between Oakridge and Crescent.

Open all year, weather permitting. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check TripCheck: Oregon road and weather conditions.

Questions about this drive

How long does Highway 58 from Oakridge to Crescent take?

Highway 58 and Crescent Cutoff Road from Oakridge to Crescent is 50.4 miles and takes about 1 hr 3 min.

Do you need chains on Willamette Pass?

Sometimes in winter. Oregon posts chain and traction tire requirements at the pass, so check TripCheck before you go.

What is there to see on Highway 58?

The highway passes Salt Creek Falls and Odell Lake on the way over Willamette Pass.

Is Highway 58 open in winter?

The pass is usually kept open, but snow can bring chain requirements. TripCheck has current conditions.

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Distance, time, elevation, curves and intensity are from Carve's route. Checked 2026-10-28.

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Map of Willamette Pass: Oakridge to Crescent, from Oakridge to Crescent Cutoff Road