South Shore #1610 - Baker City, OR

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South Shore #1610


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South Shore #1610 traverses the southerly banks of Phillips Reservoir through grasslands and young growth ponderosa pine forest. It offers outstanding views of both the reservoir and the Elkhorn Mountains to the north. Numerous coves and inlets provide the opportunity of viewing waterfowl, shore birds, and occasionally deer and elk. The trailhead facilities at Mason Dam consist of toilet and parking area to accommodate up to six vehicles. Secondary access points are the Southwest Shore and Miller Lane Campgrounds. This trail is also used as a segment of the South Shore Nordic Trail System in the winter months. This trail is 6.6 miles at an elevation of 4080 feet and is considered to be easy.

Facilities: South Shore #1610 provides nearby camping as well as toilets at the trailhead.

Reservations: Reservations are not needed or accepted for South Shore #1610.

Best Time To Visit: South Shore #1610 is open year-round.

Fees: No fees are charged.

Accessibility: This trail is not handicap accessible.

Rules: Do not litter. Closed to all motorized vehicle use.

Directions: To reach South Shore #1610 from Baker City, travel south on State Highway 7 to the Mason Dam (approximately 16 miles). Turn left on Black Mountain Road (Forest Road #1145). The trailhead is located 6/10 mile on Black Mountain Road, on the south end of Mason Dam.

Attractions Near
South Shore #1610

Millers Lane Campground
Phillips Lake
Southwest Shore Campground

Address

Wallowa-Whitman National Forest Headquarters

1550 Dewey Avenue

P.O. Box 907

Baker City, Oregon 97814

Phone
General: (541) 523-6391
TTY: (541) 523-1405

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