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Recreation Region: North Fork John Day Ranger District
Blue Mountain Scenic Byway
The Blue Mountain Scenic Byway, designated in 1989 under the National Scenic Byway Program, allows east-west travelers an alternative route between the Columbia River near Arlington and Baker City, Oregon. This scenic byway covers 130 miles of paved, two-lane road, crossing Morrow and Umatilla counties in northeast Oregon, with a long segment of the byway traversing the Umatilla National Forest.
Current Conditions
The Byway is typically inaccessible from late fall through early spring due to snow. PLEASE make sure to contact the local ranger district office for up-to-date road conditions and do not rely on GPS navigational devices during this time period.
General Information
This scenic byway is not accessible year-round due to snowfall at the higher elevations. It will generally open in late May and close in mid-November.
Late May
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
