Aspen Flat
This oasis of lush greenery is welcome respite from the dry ponderosa pine forest surroundings. The ground below the quaking aspen foliage is blanketed with grasses and blooming wildflowers in season. Trees are similar in bole height and diameter because wildfire swept the area in 1958 and consumed most above-ground plant growth.
Caution: The final length of road is less than friendly to low-clearance vehicles, the area is isolated, and drinking water is scarce. This site is not signed, so a GPS device or detailed map is helpful.
Getting There
Elevation
5200
Directions
From Bend: Travel east on Highway 20 approximately 20 miles and turn south on County Road 23. Follow this road for appoximately 25 miles and it turns into Forest Road 2325 (gravel). Follow Forest Road 2325 for 0.6 miles to Forest Road 2320 (gravel), Turn southeast onto Forest Road 2320 for 2.9 miles to Forest Road 2315-500 (gravel), Turn southeast onto Forest Road 2315-500 for 1.0 miles to Forest Road 2320-800 (gravel), Turn south onto Forest Road 2320-800 for 0.7 miles to Forest Road 2320-870 (gravel), Turn southeast onto Forest Road 2320-870 for 0.5 miles to Aspen Flat.
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
