Wildhorse Lake is beautifully situated next to the summit of Steens Mountain. A steep switchback trail will get you down and up again. The Oregon Desert Trail traverses through Wildhorse …
Borax Hot Springs is a unique geological phenomenon, featuring geothermal springs that range in temperature from 104 to 300°F and are part of an active fault line. Due to its …
The view at East Rim Overlook is breathtaking. Far down below lies the Alvord Desert while dramatic cliff faces are snowcapped way into summer. Some information board provide facts on …
Big Springs is a reliable water source in this area. It is a small, but cool and clear stream that you can scoop. If you are hiking the Oregon Desert …
Follow a short side trail to an information board and further along the ridge for a fantastic view of the valley and the Little Blitzen River rushing at the bottom.
Hiking down from the high plateau into the valley treats you with spectacular views of Malheur National Wildlife Refuge and the tiny town of Frenchglen nestled at the base of the majestic Steens Mountain.
This little reservoir had some nice water in June 2024. If you need some, better get it from here than from Riddle Reservoir which is very shallow and muddy to get to.
This is the best viewpoint of the Little Blitzen Gorge headwall. Nearby is a former stockman's camp, as evidenced by the log fence corners. This served as a base for overseeing herds of cattle as they grazed.