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Wheeler County

Clarno Arch & Trail of the Fossils loop — John Day Fossil Beds

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Hiking trails & Routes
United States
Oregon
Wheeler County

Clarno Arch & Trail of the Fossils loop — John Day Fossil Beds

Easy

13

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Clarno Arch & Trail of the Fossils loop — John Day Fossil Beds

00:39

2.34km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 22, 2024

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228 m

Geologic Time Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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.

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626 m

Trail of the Fossils

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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!

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1.26 km

Clarno Arch

Highlight • Natural Monument

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 …

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2.34 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

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1.93 km

234 m

174 m

Surfaces

1.93 km

408 m

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