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Packsaddle Trailhead

Provides access to: Packsaddle Trail #3029 (south) and nearby Christensen Trail #3185 (north). Both are OHV trails, although the Packsaddle Trail turns ceases being open to OHVs at the wilderness boundary (about 1.5 miles from the trailhead).  There are several large dispersed campsites adjacent to this trailhead.   This site is directly adjacent to Blue Mountain National Scenic Byway.

Packsaddle Trail #3029 enters North Fork John Day Wilderness where Wilderness restrictions apply

Secondary parking and dispersed campsite:

Directions: 

From Ukiah, OR follow Forest Road 52 east for about 29 miles to the trailhead on the south side of the road. 

From Granite, OR, travel about 18.5 miles northwest on Forest Road 73/52.  The trailhead is on the left (south) side of the road.
Current Conditions
Forest trails are not maintained and typically not accessible from late fall through late spring due to snow. Please call the North Fork John Day Ranger District Office for up-to-date information.

General Information

Wilderness restrictions apply within North Fork John Day Wilderness.

No fee

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 44.98514632

Longitude: -118.5058662

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated February 19th, 2025