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Horse Use In National Forests Malheur National Forest The 1.7 million acre Malheur National Forest is located in the Blue Mountains of Eastern Oregon. The diverse scenery of the forest includes high desert grasslands, sage and juniper, pine, fir and other tree species, as well as alpine lakes and meadows. Recreational opportunities include fishing, camping, hunting, hiking, mountain biking, off highway vehicle use, horseback riding, and winter activities. Umatilla National Forest The Umatilla National Forest, located in the Blue Mountains of southeast Washington and northeast Oregon, covers 1.4 million acres of diverse landscapes and plant communities. A wide variety of recreational opportunities are available on the Umatilla National Forest. Three classified wilderness and three national Wild and Scenic Rivers add their assets to the Forest. Wallowa-Whitman National Forest The Wallowa -Whitman National Forest contains 2.3 million acres located in the northeast corner of Oregon. The Forest crosses into Hell's Canyon National Recreation Area located in Idaho. Recreational opportunities within the Forest include fishing, camping, hiking, mountain biking, skiing, boating, and much more. Return to Top of Page Horse Use In Wilderness Areas Monument Rock Wilderness At the southernmost edge of the Blue Mountains, this area's alpine, once-glaciated ridges offer views across much of eastern Oregon. Return to Top of Page Trails Big Creek Trail #377 Big Creek Trail #377 is mostly forested hiking/riding on the lower end of the trail. There are some open meadows that are good for camping. Blue Mountains OHV Trail Blue Mountains OHV Trail is approximately 60 miles long and 50 inches wide. This trail is 5000-6000 feet and is considered to be easy to most difficult. Crane Creek Trail #381A Crane Creek Trail #381A is the road bed of the historic Dalles Military Road. Hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and ATV usage is allowed. Davis Creek Trail #244 Part of the Davis Creek Trail #244 travels through heavy stands of old growth and the hiker can expect to have many opportunities to view pilated and other woodpeckers. The length of the trail is 9.1 miles and is considered to be more difficult. Hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and ATV usage are allowed. Elk Flat Trail #362 Wildlife is evident along the Elk Flat Trail #362. Elk Flat is an excellent camp area with a spring a short distance away. Hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and ATV usage are allowed. Elkhorn Crest Trail #1611 Elkhorn Crest Trail #1611 is a National Recreation Trail and the highest trail in the Blue Mountains, crossing alpine and sub-alpine life zones up to 8,200' elevation. This trail is a total of 23 miles with elevations of 7100 to 8400 feet and is considered to be easy in some parts, and more difficult in others. Horseshoe Trail #363 Horseshoe Trail #363 affords many fine views of the drainages. Following the adjoining trail to the base, Little Baldy Mountain can be easily climbed and offers beautiful views of the surrounding area. Hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and ATV usage is allowed. Indian Creek Trail #364A The trail is 1.1 miles and is considered most difficult. Hiking and horseback riding are allowed. Indian Rock Trail #1648 Indian Rock Trail #1648 offers a short, relatively easy ride from the Union Creek Campground. This trail is 1.6 miles long with elevations of 4224 to 4824 feet and is considered to be easy. Lake Creek Trail #378 Open stands of pine, lush meadows, and reasonable hunting opportunities for elk and deer are provided on Lake Creek Trail #378, located in the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness area. Little Malheur Trail #366 Little Malheur Trail #366, in the Monument Rock Wilderness Area, starts out along Elk Flat Creek and follows it to the Little Malheur River. Hiking and horseback riding are allowed. Little Strawberry Lake Trail #375A Little Strawberry Lake Trail #375A leads to Little Strawberry Lake. The lake is a scenic sub alpine lake with large meadows and wild onion fields. Hiking and horseback riding is allowed. Main Eagle Creek Trailhead A walk in the wilderness is only part of the attraction at Main Eagle Trailhead. Main Eagle Trail begins at Boulder Park, the site of a huge landslide, and winds its way up Wild and Scenic Eagle Creek, an attractive fishing stream. Malheur Rail Trail #382 Malheur Rail Trail #382 is located on the former Hines Railroad Grade. Hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking are allowed. Meadow Fork Trail #376 Meadow Fork Trail #376 is moderate hiking through old growth stands of pine and fir, in the Strawberry Wilderness Area. Hiking and horseback riding are allowed. Mud Lake Trail #379 Mud Lake Trail #379 is a very good trail for one who wants solitude in a lakes setting. Hiking and horseback riding are allowed. North Powder Trail #1632 North Powder Trail #1632, which is actually an old wagon road, provides access to the headwaters of the river, the Elkhorn Crest Trail and the Lost Lake Trail. This trail is 2.6 miles long with elevations of 6160 to 7700 feet and is considered to be more difficult. Oregon National Historic Trail There are a number of ways to enjoy the Oregon National Historic Trail including auto-touring, visiting interpretive sites, hiking, biking or horseback riding trail segments and visiting museums. Depending on which segment visitors would like to explore, some or all of these activities may be available. South Shore #1610 South Shore #1610 traverses the southerly banks of Phillips Reservoir through grasslands and young growth ponderosa pine forest. This trail is 6.6 miles at an elevation of 4080 feet and is considered to be easy. Summit Lake #1635 Summit Lake #1635 has elevations of 6100 feet to 7247 feet. This trail is considered to easy to most difficult. Summit Loop Summit Loop is a highly scenic loop of 105 miles (92 if you take the Deardorff Cutoff) that climbs over five summits. This trail has elevations of 3450 to 5800 feet and is considered to be more difficult. Twin Lakes Loop #602 From the top, this loop offers beautiful views of the Baker Valley and the Wallowa Mountains in the distance. Mountain goats are often seen in their haunts on the ridge west of the Twin Lakes basin. This trail is 17 miles with elevations of 4400 to 8200 feet and is considered to be most difficult. Return to Top of Page

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