Nowadays, a decendant of the Riddle Brothers is taking care of the old ranch and the buildings. She is super friendly and will answer your questions. The ranch is located along an alternate route of the Oregon Desert Trail that is recommended if the water level is too high to ford Little Blitzen River. And even if it isn't, the ranch is worth a detour! There is also a (trail) register at the main building.

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March 27, 2023

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The three Riddle Brother's settled here in 1896. As lifelong bachelors, they sold the ranch in 1950 to Rex and Ethel Clemens, and finally Ethel sold the ranch to the Bureau of Land Management, and it was proclaimed a National Historic District.

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1. Levi Brinkley Trail to Riddle Brother's Ranch – Steens Mountain Wilderness

4.96km

01:19

50m

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

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2. Riddle Brother's Ranch to Donner und Blitzen River – Steens Mountain Wilderness

5.11km

01:22

60m

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

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Elevation 1,530 m

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Monday 2 February

11°C

-3°C

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Max wind speed: 3.0 km/h

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Location: Harney County, Oregon, United States

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Riddle Brothers Ranch

1. Levi Brinkley Trail to Riddle Brother's Ranch – Steens Mountain Wilderness

2. Riddle Brother's Ranch to Donner und Blitzen River – Steens Mountain Wilderness

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