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| | Going for a backcountry trek here in Oregon is the delightful thing to do. There are plenty of wilderness trails in Oregon; each one of them is different from the others. When was the last time you got out in the great outdoors a bit? Big Boulder Trail in Grant County, Oregon is a good site to go. Big Boulder Trail goes through some very different elevations, so keep in mind that you may need to dress differently at different elevations. This walk shouldn't take more than 3 hours, but of course some people walk a bit slower and some a bit faster. Oregon |
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has lots of outdoors things to do. With its 3.6 miles of walking distance it's a shorter type backcountry walk. This is one of many backcountry hiking trails in the surrounding area. Big Boulder Trail has a total elevation difference of 1,719 feet which is about average. Sometimes
| | this great outdoors hiking trail gets really dry, so do check for current fire restrictions before you go if you plan to bring a stove or make a camp fire. Around Big Boulder Trail you don’t get a lot of rain; November is the month that gets the most rain, and July is the month with the least moisture. Big Boulder Trail has only one trailhead, so you'll be backcountry trekking it in and back out. This is not a very long great outdoors hiking trail but you should still bring some emergency supplies just in case something happens. For the period of the | |
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summer months at Big Boulder Trail temperatures are generally in the 80's, and through summer nights temperatures are in the 30's. Through the wintertime the highs are ordinarily in the 30's while Big Boulder Trail nighttime low temperatures through the wintertime are in the 10's.
Big Boulder Trail is quite secluded from the nearest urban center, and when you spend some time backcountry backpacking here you will feel like a whole new person. And keep in mind that there could be temporary safety restrictions in site. These wilderness trails here in the Blue
Mountains are the best way to enjoy these mountaintops. This wilderness trail is a very short wilderness trail with an average amount of climbing distance which makes it a splendid backcountry hiking trail for the average person looking for a splendid adventure. There are many
delightful wilderness trails in Oregon, and one of those is Big Boulder Trail in Grant County.
Briefly about the general area:
So much exciting stuff in the Blue Mountains, just impressive. A short visit to Head O'Boulder Spring is always worthwhile, and camping at
Trough Creek Campground is always a good experience.
Plute Spring is an inspiring place to explore while here, and Big Boulder Trail is great enough to spend more than a day at, Deerhorn Campground is a great local campground.
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Location of Trailhead: Latitude 44.717, Longitude -118.6786
- - Directions and Road Map
Total in and out hiking length = 3.6 miles
Total climbing distance = 1.6 miles
Difficulty : Medium
Casual Hiking Pace:
3 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
2 hours
Total elevation difference: 1719 feet
Best Western John Day Inn, John Day
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25 miles away
This charming John Day, Oregon hotel is minutes from a variety of outdoor activities and walking distance from many local shops and restaurants. Located in Eastern Oregon's beautiful John Day Valley...
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Outdoors Recreation Near Pendleton-Hermiston, Oregon
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Pendleton-Hermiston, Oregon, the metro area neareast to Big Boulder Trail. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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Current weather conditions at Big Boulder Trail, Blue Mountains, Grant County, Oregon
Local climate location: UKIAH 18 miles away
        
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Pendleton Super 8 Motel, Pendleton
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46 miles away
*Complimentary SuperStart Breakfast, indoor heated pool and whirlpool, free Wireless High Speed Internet, Direct TV - w/5 HBO, suites w/jacuzzi, micro-fridge, pets allowed w/permission ($10 non refund...
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Best Western Pendleton Inn, Pendleton
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47 miles away
This Pendleton, Oregon hotel provides an expanded continental breakfast and is located two miles from the Pendleton Rodeo Grounds. The Best Western Pendleton Inn is nestled in the hills of Pendleton ...
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Squaw Rock Trail, Grant County
County
, 2 miles away, 2.1 hiking miles, 540 feet elevation difference |
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Princess Trail, Grant County
County
, 2 miles away, 6 hiking miles, 477 feet elevation difference |
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Indian Rock Trail, Grant County
County
, 3 miles away, 3.6 hiking miles, 1118 feet elevation difference |
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Lost Camp Trail, Grant County
County
, 4 miles away, 4.3 hiking miles, 1748 feet elevation difference |
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Best Western John Day Inn, John Day
, 25 miles away |
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Rugged Country Lodge DBA Double H Investments, Pendleton
, 44 miles away |
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Pendleton Super 8 Motel, Pendleton
, 46 miles away |
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Best Western Pendleton Inn, Pendleton
, 47 miles away |
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Holiday Inn Express Pendleton, Or, Pendleton
, 47 miles away |
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