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Hiking

The Umatilla National Forests provides hundreds of miles of trails for hikers, horse riders and backpackers. From the smooth, easy interpretive trails around Jubilee or Bull Prairie Lake to a more challenging trek into the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness, we offer opportunities for most experience levels.

Please remember that many of these trails are multiple-use. Non-motorized trails are limited to hikers and horses, with some trails open to mountain bikes. A few trails are open to both motorized and non-motorized users. Wilderness trails are closed to all types of motor vehicles and mechanical transport, including bicycles, wagons and carts. Guided hikes may also be available at some locations. Practicing Outdoor Ethics will ensure that everyone on the trail has an enjoyable experience.

Please practice Outdoor Safety and Leave No Trace to make your visit safe and enjoyable while protecting resources we all enjoy.

Many trails have some type of regulation, fee or seasonal restriction, so it's wise to find out more about the specific trail you wish to explore before showing up at the trailhead. Parking and comfort stations exist at some trailhead locations. Stop or call one of our District Offices for maps and specific information.

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Alder Creek Trail #3051

Hiking Horse Riding and Camping
The trail begins just past the berm closing Forest Service Road 21-140 on Alder Creek and ends at its connection with the Copple Butte Trail #3052.

Alder Thicket Campground

Site Open
Hiking
Welcome to the northern gateway into the Blues. This campground is located just off of Forest Service Road 40, which is just three miles into the Blue Mountains. Overgrown trees and tall Alder…

Bald Mountain Trail #3058

Hiking Horse Riding and Camping
Bald Mountain Trail begins at Coalmine Hill, Day Use Area off of Willow Creek Road (County Road 678) and ends in the saddle between Little Bald Mountain and Bald Mountain. For added convenience,…

Basin Creek Trail #3006

Hiking Horse Riding and Camping
Basin Creek Trail enters the west side of the North Fork John Day Wilderness and ends after 1.3 miles at its junction with Glade Creek Trail #3014.

Basin Trailhead

Site Open
Hiking Horse Riding and Camping
Provides access to: Basin Creek Trail #3006 which enters North Fork John Day Wilderness and ends after 1.3 miles at its junction with Glade Creek Trail #3014.Directions: From Dale, OR travel…

Bear Wallow Creek Campground

Site Open
Hiking Outdoor Science and Learning
This campground offers a pleasant experience among the pines adjacent to State Highway 244.  It features 8 campsties, including 1 accessible site and 2 accessible vault toilets.  There is no…

Bear Wallow Interpretive Trail

Hiking
A 1/4 mile-long accessible interpretive trail takes off from a parking area at the back of Bear Wallow Campground. The trail is composed of compacted gravel and is relatively flat. There are four…

Ben Harrison Trail #3173

Hiking Horse Riding and Camping
This trail begins at Lost Creek Trail #3002 within North Fork John Day Wilderness and ends at Forest Service Road 1315.

Big Creek Meadows Campground

Site Open
Hiking Horse Riding and Camping Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV)
Big Creek Campground is small and increasingly popular with OHV recreationists, located just off the Blue Mountain Scenic Byway.  It also provides access into the North Fork John Day Wilderness and…

Last updated March 28, 2025