The Flatiron Rock Trailhead is the most popular spot to access the Oregon Badlands Wilderness. A basic map shows you the trails leading into the desert like landscape with ancient juniper trees. It gets very hot during summer and there are not water sources, so take plenty of water with you. The long-distance Oregon Desert Trail passes by this trailhead.

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December 7, 2024

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The Oregon Desert Trail crosses Highway 20 at the Flat Iron Rock Trailhead. On the south side of the highway, the fence has two sections where the barbed wire is …

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Ancient Juniper Trail

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Hike the Ancient Juniper Trail, an easy 1.9-mile route in Oregon's Badlands Wilderness, to see ancient juniper trees and volcanic landscapes

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Flatiron, Castle, and Badlands Rock Loop

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Hike the 11.0 miles (17.7 km) Flatiron, Castle, and Badlands Rock Loop through Oregon's high desert, featuring ancient junipers and volcanic

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Ancient Juniper Trail – Flatiron Rock Trailhead loop from Flatiron Rock Trailhead

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Deschutes County, Oregon, United States

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