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Black Canyon East Trailhead
This trailhead is located at the eastern terminus of Black Canyon Trail (#820) within Black Canyon Wilderness. There is a small parking area that can accommodate most vehicles, but parking is limited.
At a Glance
| Reservations: | This is a First Come, First Served facility. |
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| Area Amenities: | Parking |
| Fees: | This is a free facility. |
| Permit Info: | Please fill out a Wilderness Registration Permit located in the box attached to the sign board and place it in the slot before beginning your hike. |
| Restrictions: | This is a Day-Use only facility. No overnight camping is permitted at trailheads or Sno-Parks on the Ochoco National Forest or Crooked River National Grassland. |
| Closest Towns: | Dayville, OR; Paulina, OR; Prineville, OR |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | No |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Ochoco National Forest 3160 NE Third Street Prineville, Oregon 97754 (541) 416-6500 |
General Information
Directions:From Dayville, Oregon:
Head south on County Road 42 and proceed for approximately 9 miles.
Stay left at the junction of County Road 42 and South Fork Road to merge onto South Fork Road.
Proceed for another 3 miles on this underdeveloped road and Black Canyon East (formerly South Fork) Trailhead will be on your right.
Activities
Amenities
| Parking: | Parking is available in a small parking lot. |
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