휠러 카운티‬에서 가장 멋진 ‪5‬개의 천연기념물

There are two benches at the viewpoint where you can rest and enjoy the stunning panoramic views of the Painted Hills, Sutton Mountain, and John Day River.

This is an easy, well maintained trail that takes you along the base of the Palisades between the picnic area and the rest of the trails in this part of the park.

As you ascend up the side of the Palisades the trail ends at the base of the arch. It towers straight up above you. A trail marker signifies the end of the path, and as you turn around and head down you get great views of the Spring Basin Wilderness across the road to the south.

As you hike along the base of the Palisades, keep an eye out for fossils of leaves and pieces of wood along the trail. Be sure to leave the fossils undisturbed for others to enjoy!

Great view point to see the Painted Hills sprawling out around you. The hills are listed as one of the Seven Wonders of Oregon. The different colored layers are due to different periods of wet or dry climate conditions.