The Top 12 Attractions in Wheeler County
There are plenty of places to see and visit in Wheeler County. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Wheeler County is a region where 12
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 26, 2025
Painted Hills Overlook
Highlight • Viewpoint
Great view point to see the Painted Hills sprawling out around you. The hills are listed as one of the Seven Wonders of Oregon. The different colored layers are due to different periods of wet or dry climate conditions.
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Clarno Arch
Highlight • Natural Monument
As you ascend up the side of the Palisades the trail ends at the base of the arch. It towers straight up above you. A trail marker signifies the end …
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Spoke'n Hostel
Highlight • Rest Area
Cyclists are welcome without this accommodation, which is located in a former church. Several types of accommodation are possible: dormitory, single rooms, camping. Access to sanitary facilities, kitchen, living room …
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Carroll Rim Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The trail is well maintained and starts as a wide crushed gravel singletrack that narrows slightly as you ascend to the ridge. There are places to stop and look out over the Painted Hills as you climb.
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Trail of the Fossils
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
As you hike along the base of the Palisades, keep an eye out for fossils of leaves and pieces of wood along the trail. Be sure to leave the fossils undisturbed for others to enjoy!
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Spring Basin Wilderness
Highlight • Natural
Spring Basin is a fantastic place to explore some of Oregon's most rugged, remote, and visually stunning scenery. The trails take you on a journey through seemingly endless rolling hills …
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Horse Mountain Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The trail is beautiful but starts to become more and more faint the further you go, so bringing a digital map is highly recommended. You are likely to see evidence …
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Spanish Peak
Highlight • Summit
Standing at 6875 feet Spanish Peak is not the tallest peak in Ochoco but it does provide some fantastic views. From the summit you will see spectacular views of the crystal blue waters of Rock Creek Lake in the distance.
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Sutton Mountain
Highlight • Summit
On a clear day you can see Mount Hood in the distance. There are two summits, one of which requires a little bit of bushwhacking to get to. The views from up here are phenomenal.
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Sutton Mountain Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The trail starts out as an old dirt road track and becomes a singletrack as you get closer to the summit and the views open up. The flora are stunning, especially in the spring.
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