Crawfish Creek Trailhead
The Crawfish Creek Trailhead is a small trailhead that accesses the Crawfish Lake Trail #1606 which goes to Crawfish Lake within North Fork John Day Wilderness and then continues on to the Upper Crawfish Lake Trailhead. Trail users can enjoy about a 3 mile trek on Trail #1606 between both trailheads.
Located off the Elkhorn Drive Scenic Byway, common activities at the trailhead include day hiking up to the lake, and fall hunting. pakring is available for 3-4 vehicles.
At a Glance
Current Conditions: | Current Conditions |
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Reservations: | This site is not reservable. |
Area Amenities: | Parking |
Fees: | No fee or passes are needed for this site. |
Open Season: | June |
Usage: | Light-Medium |
Restrictions: | General rules of use and restrictions apply for this developed recreation site. Wilderness Regulations apply within North Fork John Day Wildernes.
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Closest Towns: | Baker City, Oregon (44 miles); La Grande, Oregon (54 miles) |
Water: | No |
Restroom: | No |
Operated By: | Forest Service |
Information Center: | Whitman Ranger District |
General Information
Directions:From Baker City, OR, head north on Highway 30 toward Haines approximately 10 miles; In Haines turn left and follow the Anthony Lake Highway signs (turns into Forest Road 73) for 25 miles to the Anthony Lake Recreation Area; Continue past the Anthony Lakes Recreation Area for about 9.5 miles and turn left into the trailhead parking area.
From La Grande, OR, head head south on Interstate 84 for 25 mile to exit 285 in North Powder, Oregon; In North Powder follow the ski area signs on Highway 237 for 4 miles to Ellis Road; Turn left on Ellis Road and go about 1 mile to the Anthony Lake Highway; Turn right and follow the Anthony Lake Highway (becomes Forest Road 73) for 16 miles to the Anthony Lake Recreation Area; Continue past the Anthony Lakes Recreation Area for about 9.5 miles and turn left into the trailhead parking area.
Activities
Day Hiking
Short day hikes into Crawfish Lake.
Backpacking
Amenities
Parking: | Small gravel parking area for 3-4 vehicles |
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