The Top 14 Attractions in Ochoco National Forest
There are plenty of places to see and visit in Ochoco National Forest. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Ochoco National Forest is a region where 14
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: October 31, 2025
Gray Butte
Highlight • Summit
In the western reaches of Ochoco National Forest, the majestic Gray Butte, rising to 5,091 feet (1.55 km), awaits. To reach its peak, follow the enchanting combination of the Cole …
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Steelhead Falls
Highlight • Waterfall
Through eons, colorful grooves etch time's passage on cliffs. Amid spring wildflowers and soaring eagles, an easy trail leads to the picturesque Steelhead Falls. Nature's symphony envelops you.
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Tam-a-láu Trail Loop
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The Tam-a-láu Trail is a 4.3 mile loop along the plateau in Cove Palisades State Park. Tam-a-láu originates from a local Native American language and translates to “place of big …
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Opal Canyon
Highlight • Canyon
Among the wonders of Central Oregon's High Desert, the Crooked River Gorge is immense. With its 300-foot-deep, 4-mile-long expanse, it unveils captivating desert landscapes, sculpted by the Deschutes and Crooked …
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Stein's Pillar
Highlight • Natural Monument
Stein's Pillar is a 350 foot tall pillar of volcanic rock found in the Mill Creek Wilderness. The tower was named after Major Enoch Steen, who explored the Ochoco National …
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