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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Rock Springs Campground
Site Open
This small campground is conveniently located just off of Forest Road 17. Nestled among ponderosa pine trees, this secluded campground offers a wonderful place for those in search of a quiet place…
Sheep Creek Trail #371
This trail follows along Sheep Creek, through timber. Towards the end of the trail hikers will be up towards the top of lookout mountain allowing scenic views of the surrounding forest including…
Skyline Trail #385
This trail leads along the backbone of the Strawberry Mountains, in the eastern end of the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness. It allows access to the upper end of the Big Creek drainage and to both…
Skyline Trailhead
Provides eastern access to Skyline Trail #385 which enters Strawberry Mountain Wilderness. The trailhead does have parking for horse trailers. The Skyline Trail is a great starting point for…
Slide Basin Shortcut Trail #5005
This trail in the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness provides access from Strawberry Lake to Slide Basin Trail #372 to Slide and Little Slide Lakes. This short connector trail is located in a beautifully…
Slide Basin Tie In Trail #5006
This trail set amongst Ponderosa Pine is a short 1/8 of a mile trail, in the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness, which connects Slide Basin Trail #372 and Skyline Trail #385.
Slide Basin Trail #372
This trail in the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness allows access to Slide Basin and Slide Lakes from Strawberry Basin Trail #375. Interesting rock formations also highlight this trail. Trail proceeds…
Slide Connector Trail #386
The trail starts at Slide Creek Campground just across from Slide Horse Campground and then travels along Slide Creek leading into the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness. Visitors will travel along the…
Slide Creek Campground
Site Open
Adjacent to the northern border of the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness, this campground offers opportunities for stream fishing, hiking, hunting, and Wilderness access. From the campground Slide…
Slide Lake Trail #5007
This trail, in the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness, provides access to Little Slide and Slide Lake via Skyline Trail #385. This is a short 0.5 mile connector trail.