Contact Info
John Day, OR 97845
- Phone:
- 541-575-3000
Basics
- Length:
- 15.5 miles
- Difficulty:
- Difficult
- Time:
- 9 - 11 hours
- Trailhead Elevation:
- 5400 feet
- Elevation Range:
- 5400 feet to 7600 feet
- Elevation Change:
- 2200 feet
- Usage:
- Light
- Season:
- June to November
Description
This trail offers excellent views of the John Day Valley. It also allows access to Canyon Mountain and the west end of the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness.
Most of the trail is dry, but there are a few streams along it. The road is not maintained by the Forest Service. Recommend 4X4 vehicles only during dry months of year. Stock trailers are not recommended on this road as they may become high centered.
Details
Length:
15.5 miles
Difficulty:
Difficult
Time:
9 - 11 hours
Trailhead Elevation:
5400
Elevation Range:
5400 feet to 7600
Elevation Change:
2200
Usage:
Light
Season:
June to November
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
From John Day, take US Highway 395 south for approximately 2 miles. Turn right onto County road 52 (Marysville Road) in Canyon City. Travel approximately 2 miles, then take a right on County road 77 for approximately 1/4 mile, then take another right on Forest Service Road 7700333 and follow the road to the trailhead.
