Just 8 miles outside of the city of Sisters, McKenzie Hwy is closed to vehicle traffic in the winter by snow gates. The route follows the scenic pass from the snow gates to the Dee Wright Observatory. After following the route for about 3 miles, Windy Point appears where you will be able to take in the first views of the surrounding valley and mountains. From here, lava flow begins to cover the valley, opening up views along the way of Three Fingered Jack, Mt Jefferson, Mt Washington and the Three Sisters. During summer months, this road can be biked along, as the traffic is not too heavy.