Contact Info
John Day, OR 97845
- Phone:
- 541-575-3000
Basics
- Length:
- 6 miles
- Difficulty:
- Difficult
- Time:
- 5 - 6 hours
- Trailhead Elevation:
- 5600 feet
- Elevation Range:
- 5600 feet to 7700 feet
- Elevation Change:
- 2100 feet
- Usage:
- Light
- Season:
- June to November
Description
The trail access is on the southwest end of the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness. The trail leads through a scenic grove of old growth ponderosa pine located on a bench approximately 2 miles from the trailhead. This stand is part of the Canyon Creek Natural Area which a portion of this trail borders.
This trail is very steep and rugged. Parking space at the trailhead is limited and turning stock trailers may be difficult. Passenger vehicles are encouraged to park to allow room for vehicles pulling stock trailers to turn around.
Details
Length:
6 miles
Difficulty:
Difficult
Time:
5 - 6 hours
Trailhead Elevation:
5600
Elevation Range:
5600 feet to 7700
Elevation Change:
2100
Usage:
Light
Season:
June to November
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
From John Day, travel south on US Highway 395 to County road 65. Take the 65 road south for approximately 4 miles. Turn left onto Forest Service road 6510. The trailhead is at the end of the road.
