Hiking
More than 240 miles of trails (over half in Wilderness) access the high sub-alpine mountain terrain, the deeply incised, narrow, river canyons such as the North Fork and Mainstem Wild and Scenic Malheur Rivers, or special places such as the Cedar Grove Botanical Area. Some of the trails are perfect for a short, family, day hike with opportunities to learn about the history and ecology of the area. Some trails are barrier-free; some offer extended backpacking opportunities.
Each trail leads to unique memories and experiences.
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Arch Rock Trail #258
Arch Rock is an easy, enjoyable short hike for families and geology lovers. The trail takes visitors to Arch Rock, an ashflow tuff with a scenic arch and several small rockshelters eroded into the…
Big Creek Campground
Site Open
Big Creek Campground sits at the edge of beautiful Logan Valley along Big Creek and is a great starting point for multiple recreation opportunities, including mountain biking, hiking, stream…
Big Creek Trail #377
This trail provides access to the south side of the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness. The trail climbs in elevation roughly 2300 feet in 5 miles of hiking. Visitors will see beautiful wildflowers in…
Big Creek/Snowshoe Trailhead
This trailhead provides access to Big Creek Trail #377 which enters Strawberry Mountain Wilderness and many other trails. Offering opportunities for both day hiking and backpacking trips.Horse…
Big Creek/Summit Prairie Trail #B5053
This trail is located on the former Hines Railroad Grade. Traveling on this trail takes you through steep grade, filled to accommodate railroad traffic, deep cuts through rocky hills and flat open…
Billy Fields Campground
Site Temporarily Closed
Billy Fields Campground is a great starting point for those wanting to hunt, fish, or look for wild horses. For those wishing to hike and explore Fields Peak Trail is within 3 miles of the…
Buckhorn Meadows Trail #205
This trail accesses Strawberry Mountain Wilderness and allows for relatively quick access to Wildcat Basin. There are unique geological formations of volcanic origin. Wildcat Spring in Wildcat Basin…
Buckhorn Meadows Trailhead
Provides access to: Buckhorn Meadows Trail #205 which accesses Strawberry Mountain Wilderness.
Canyon Mountain Trail #218
This trail offers excellent views of the John Day Valley. It also allows access to Canyon Mountain and the west end of the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness. The trail is compact dirt, with a 2200'…
Cedar Grove Botanical Area
Site Closed
The Cedar Grove Botanical Area in the Aldrich Mountains covers about 26 acres and contains the only isolated stand of Alaska yellow cedar east of the Cascades in the United States. This grove is…