MARYS PEAK

'Marys Peak' (formerly 'Mary's Peak' and sometimes still spelled this way) is a mountain in Benton County, Oregon, United States, just southwest of Philomath. It has an elevation of 4097 feet (1248 m) making it the highest peak in the Oregon Coast Range. It is also the highest point in Benton County,^[1] and ranks 11th in the state for prominence.
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On a clear day at the top of the peak, facing east, northeast, and southeast, one can see the cities and suburbs of the Valley, as well as the Cascade Range.
During the wintertime, the road to the peak from Highway 34 is closed. The road from Harlan remains open, as there are residences along the way, but the road is not plowed in the winter. Depending on road conditions, however, the mountain may still be reached by way of this road providing one has chains and a 4-wheel-drive vehicle. This has been discouraged by area law enforcement, because of vehicles becoming stranded in the snow and requiring rescue.

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1. Peakbagger: Oregon County High Points
2. Peaklist: Oregon P2000s

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