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The Top 20 Natural Monuments in Jefferson County

Jefferson County’s landscape is a beautiful place to explore — something that you can best experience by visiting one of our 20

beautiful natural monuments in Jefferson County. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!

Last updated: November 7, 2025

Black Butte

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The views from this spot are unsurpassed. The beautiful building located here is a fire lookout station with a tall tower. Soak in the views of Santiam Pass, Mt. Washington, …

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Mount Jefferson Wilderness boundary

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Just a few feet north of Highway 20 at Santiam Pass, you enter the Mount Jefferson Wilderness that will first show you the rough peaks of Three Fingered Jack before …

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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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Wizard Falls - Metolius River

Highlight • River

This beautiful blue pool is located at the bridge to the Wizard Falls Fish Hatchery. Enjoy the sky blue waters of the Metolius River and learn about the fish who live in its waters.

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Crooked River Gorge

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In Central Oregon lies the awe-inspiring Crooked River Gorge, a profound 500-foot chasm, enveloped by soaring 400-foot cliffs and teeming with diverse wildlife. Climbers are drawn to the upper reaches, …

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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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Park Ridge with scenic campsites

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This pass has the most scenic campsites within the Mount Jefferson Wilderness. On one side you will see Jefferson, the other presents Mount Hood in the distance. There is no …

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Tam-a-láu Trail Loop

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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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Olallie Butte

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Olallie Butte is a 7,215-foot shield volcano in Mount Hood National Forest that offers an incredible perspective of the surrounding wilderness areas along with a head-on view of the nearby …

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Trail towards North Cinder Peak

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Hiking north along the PCT you will enter an old burn zone with grey, dead trees that give a harsh contrast to the red rock that covers North Cinder Peak - a bizarre beauty.

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