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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North Fork Malheur Campground
Site Open
Near the Wild and Scenic North Fork Malheur River, fishing for Rainbow Trout is popular. Within 1/2 of a mile of the campsite is the North Fork Malheur Trailhead. The area is an excellent base camp…
North Fork Malheur Trail #381
The trail has a foot bridge that crosses the North Fork Malheur Wild and Scenic River at the trailhead, then goes along the west side of the river into an incredible remote canyon. The remote canyon…
Onion Creek Trail #368
This trail is in the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness and is a very steep trail from Forest Road 6001 to junction with Summit Trail #5002. It travels through an area burned in a wildfire along the…
Oregon Mine Campground
Site Open
Adjacent to Murderer's Creek, this little campground is a great base camp for hunters. The campground is a nice area for those wishing to horse camp, a buck and pole corral is located adjacent to…
Pine Creek Trail #201
This trail provides access to the backbone of the Strawberry Mountains within Strawberry Mountain Wilderness. Hores back riders and hikers can enjoy this trail set amongst Ponderosa Pines in the…
Pine Creek Trailhead
This trailhead provides access to Pine Creek Trail #201 within the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness. Ample parking at the trailhead. There are tie stalls for horses available, with stock water…
Pine Spring Fire Overlook Trail
Great for a quick way to stretch your legs, this short trail provides an opportunity to see how the forest recovers after a fire. Stroll out to a rock point that overlooks the Pine Springs Basin an…
Princess Trailhead West
The trailhead is the starting point for the 9.3 mile Princes Trail #251 that provides access to the Vinegar Hill-Indian Rock Scenic Area, which is non-motorized. During the summer months this trail…
Riley Creek Trail #216
This trail travels along Riley Creek and provides access to McClellan Mountain Trail #216 and the McClellan Mountain Semi-Primitive Roadless Area, which is closed to all motorized vehicles. The…
Roads End
Roads End Trailhead is an easy walk to a spectacular view of the John Day Valley to the north and Bear Valley to the west and south. The entire length of the trail is on an old roadbed within the…