Amelia Creek Trailhead
The Amelia Creek Trailhead is a small facility located on the northern end of the Monument Rock Wilderness. This rustic facility has a few amenities and is used by hunters, hikers, and horseback riders. This site accesses Amelia Creek Trail #1973.
At a Glance
Current Conditions: | Current Conditions |
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Reservations: | This site is not reservable. |
Area Amenities: | Tent camping, Picnic tables, Toilets, Parking |
Fees: | No fee required. |
Open Season: | June |
Usage: | Light |
Restrictions: | General rules of use and restrictions apply for this developed recreation site. Wilderness Regulations apply - Motorized vehicles, bicycles, carts, hang glider and other mechanical equipment is prohibited in the Wilderness area. |
Closest Towns: | Unity, Oregon (13 miles); Baker City, Oregon (60 miles) |
Water: | No |
Restroom: | Vault Toilet |
Operated By: | Forest Service |
Information Center: | Whitman Ranger District |
General Information
Directions:From Unity, Oregon turn off Highway 26 and travel west on County Road 600 (South Fork Burnt River Road) for about 7 miles to the Forest Boundary; At the Forest Boundary this road becomes Forest Road 6005; Continue on Forest Road 6005 for about 0.5 miles Forest Road 6010; Turn left on Forest Road 6010 and go for about 6 miles to the trailhead.
Activities
Day Hiking
Day hiking in the Monument Rock Wilderness on Trail #1973
Backpacking
Backpacking in the Monument Rock Wilderness on Trail #1973
Horse Riding
Trail #1973 enters into the Monument Rock Wilderness where more connectors trails are available for day or overnight rides.
Amenities
Picnic tables: | 4 tables at the site |
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Tent camping: | There are 3-4 campsites with picnic tables and firerings |
Parking: | Parking area is not designated |
Toilets: | An older style non-accessible toilet |