About this place

Provides access to Deadhorse Rim Trail #139, Dead Cow Trail #141, and Lakes Trail #140 trail systems. From the Lee Thomas trailhead, you can access the Dead Cow Trail #141 or trek along the Deadhorse Rim Trail #139 for six miles to Dead Horse Lake. If you want an expanded adventure, hike or ride another mile to Campbell Lake. Both lakes are beautiful high mountain lakes perfect for fishing, swimming or wading, and boating. This trailhead is located one hour 30 minutes southwest of Paisley, Oregon; one mile east of the Lee Thomas Campground. At 6300 feet in elevation, the trail is open to hikers, horseback riding, and mountain biking. This trailhead offers two vaulted toilets and dispersed camping. There is no potable water. Visitors need to pack plenty of water. Trail and parking area maintained during open season. Lee Thomas Trailhead is located one hour 30 minutes southwest of Paisley, OR. From Paisley Ranger District office take Hwy 31 N/West St approx. 11.8 miles to FS Rd-29. Turn left, go approx. 11.4 miles to FS Rd-28. Turn left, go approx. 9.5 mi to FS Rd-3411. Turn right, go approx. 6.1 mi to FS Rd 3411-026. Turn left to trailhead.