Black Canyon Wilderness

Black Canyon Wilderness


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Black Canyon Wilderness incorporates a variety of ecosystems ranging from dense forests to rugged canyons. Three sides of the canyon reach elevations to 6,000 feet, while waters in the gorge have down cut through lava basalt, and empty into the South Fork of the John Day River at 3,900 feet. Diverse vegetative conditions in the wilderness provide habitat for nearly 300 different species of wildlife, including black bear, cougar, deer and elk. Wildflowers such as crimson columbine, lupine and paintbrush flourish throughout the wilderness.

Facilities: There are no facilities provided at Black Canyon Wilderness.

Reservations: Reservations are not needed or accepted for Black Canyon Wilderness.

Best Time To Visit: Unknown

Fees: No fees are charged.

Accessibility: This wilderness is not handicap accessible.

Rules: Do not litter.

Directions: To reach Black Canyon Wilderness from Madras, start out going west on Southeast D Street toward Southeast 6th Street for 0.1 miles. Turn left onto US-97 South and continue to follow for 1.9 miles. Turn left onto US-26 East for 102 miles. Turn right and go 0.3 miles. Turn right again and go 0.8 miles. Turn left and go 4.8 miles. Turn left onto Day Basin Road and go 2.4 miles. Turn right to stay on Day Basin Road for 2.2 miles. Turn right again to stay on Day Basin Road for 1.6 miles. Turn a sharp left onto NF-38 for 9.4 miles.

Attractions Near
Black Canyon Wilderness

Ochoco National Forest

Address

Paulina Ranger District-Ochoco National Forest

7803 Beaver Creek Road

Paulina, Oregon 97751-9706

Phone
General: (541) 477-6900

Website

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