God's Thumb Loop via The Knoll(edit)

based on 31 tracks & routes | |

EASY

#52 hike out of 73 in Siuslaw National Forest |

EASY

3.9 mi

Distance

2 hrs 3 min

Time

577 ft

Elev Gain

Overview

This is a moderate loop trail to God's Thumb in Siuslaw National Forest.

The God’s Thumb hike is a wonderful experience that takes you through the forest to a basalt formation known as The Thumb (aka God’s Thumb). The Thumb is technically on county land, does not have its own trailhead, and should be approached from The Knoll, which is an Open Space hike maintained by the City of Lincoln City.

Getting Started

Please do not trespass on private property

There has been confusion over the years regarding the correct trailhead. Efforts have been made to update the various hiking sites and map references to correctly document the approved trailhead.
The “official” trailhead for Gods Thumb is via The Knoll, an open space trail maintained by the City of Lincoln City. The Knoll’s official trailhead parking is found on NE Devil’s Lake Blvd.

Taking Children

The hardest section is right at the start but very easy after that.

Proceed with Caution to the top of Gods Thumb ! People have been seriously hurt while attempting the final part of the hike. Most visitors recommend stopping at the base of The Thumb, aka the High Meadow.

Sights to See

Rate this Hike

★★★★★

kolob1 3 years, 2 months ago

There is NO God's Thumb, NO God's Thumb Trail, No GOD'S THUMB Loop, or Trailhead in the Siuslaw National Forest, did anyone check with the Hebo Ranger before destroying critical habitat and ecosystems? Sad to see the irresponsibility. Did anyone check CHSRA (Cascade Head Scenic Research Area) before trampling this delicate resource. Now there is millions$$ of damage that will take decades to repair, maybe GAIA or it's followers will pay for ecosystems recovery? Please find somewhere else.

★