Billy Jones Lake

Billy Jones Lake is a tarn located on Hurricane Divide in the Eagle Cap Wilderness of Northeastern Oregon, United States. It is situated less than one mile from Echo Lake. It is the second highest lake in the Eagle Cap Wilderness at 8400 ft, though some claim it to be slightly higher at 8419 ft or 8435 ft. The only lake in the Eagle Cap Wilderness that is higher than Billy Jones Lake is Legore Lake at 8950 ft located 4 mi from Billy Jones Lake.

Trail
The trail to Billy Jones Lake begins at Hurricane Creek Trailhead. The starting trail number is 1807 but turns into trail number 1824. The trail passes Echo Lake before reaching Billy Jones Lake. The first 5 mi (of 8 mi) are heavily traveled in the summer and fall. However, the last three miles are lightly used, and are exceptionally difficult to climb, rising 2400 ft.