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| | Here in Oregon backpacking is a tremendous way to spend some time. Every Oregon wilderness trail has something unique to offer. Far from society you come across Meadow Fork Trail, and It's always enjoyable to backcountry trek here. Meadow Fork Trail goes through some very different elevations, so keep in mind that you may need to dress differently at different elevations. Meadow Fork Trail is a normal length hiking trail with an average amount of climbing distance which makes this a very tough great outdoors hiking trail for advanced backcountry trekkers |
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looking for a great challenge. Oregon is a nice spot for outdoors people. Ok, you've been cooped up too long, time to get out in the fresh air a bit, and Meadow Fork Trail in Grant County, Oregon is a glorious place to go. Being 8.6 miles long it's an average length trail. This
| | is just one of a large number of great outdoors hiking trails in this vicinity. High temperatures at Meadow Fork Trail during the warm months are in the 80's, and through the night it cools down to the 40's. Highs through the wintertime are typically in the 40's, and through the dark hours in the wintertime at Meadow Fork Trail temperatures fall to the 20's. And keep in mind that there could be temporary safety restrictions in spot. Backcountry backpacking here in the Blue Mountains is a nice way to explore these mountains. You should count on this walk | |
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taking about 7.5 hours, but you never know stuff could go wrong and you could get stuck so be prepared for that. This region does get very dry sometimes, so do check for current fire restrictions before you go if you plan to bring a stove or make a camp fire. There is only one
trailhead, so you'll be backcountry hiking it in and back out. Not much rain falls here at Meadow Fork Trail; the month of May is the wettest with most of the rain, and July meanwhile is the driest month. There are many magnificent wilderness trails in Oregon; one of these is Meadow
Fork Trail in Grant County. This backcountry hiking trail has a total elevation difference of 2,337 feet which is an average number. Keep in mind that this is a long trail, so make sure you bring plenty of supplies.
Briefly about the general area: The beauty of mother
nature reveals herself at Goose Spring, and why not camp at Indian Springs Campground if you're here at Meadow Fork Trail. Wickiup Campground is a splendid local campground, and don’t forget to pop by Little Riner Basin since you're here at Meadow Fork Trail. So much entertaining
stuff to do at Meadow Fork Trail, so little time. Life's too short to enjoy all the cool stuff in the Blue Mountains. A trip to Meadow Fork Trail wouldn't be complete without taking a look at Slide Falls, and you have to undeniably dedicate some time to Big Riner Basin since you're
here at Meadow Fork Trail. Getting to Snowshoe Creek from Meadow Fork Trail is trouble-free; some of the water nearby flows, like Meadow Fork Big Creek.
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Location of Trailhead: Latitude 44.2388, Longitude -118.6312 - - Directions and Road Map
Total in and out hiking length = 8.6 miles
Total climbing distance = 3.7 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
7.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
5 hours
Total elevation difference: 2337 feet

Best Western John Day Inn, John Day
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23 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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Americas Best Value Inn, John Day
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23 miles away
The Americas Best Value Inn is centrally located in the heart of John Day, Oregon. Our charming two story outside corridor facility offers 40 spacious guest rooms with a city view. We have a Mexican R...
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| These outdoors activities are available near Meadow Fork Trail. |
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Skyline Trail, Grant County
County
, 1 miles away, 14.8 hiking miles, 2722 feet elevation difference |
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Lake Creek Trail, Grant County
County
, 3 miles away, 3.9 hiking miles, 1998 feet elevation difference |
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Slide Basin Trail, Grant County
County
, 3 miles away, 7.6 hiking miles, 1575 feet elevation difference |
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Snowshoe Creek Trail, Grant County
County
, 3 miles away, 7 hiking miles, 1825 feet elevation difference |
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Grouse Spring Trail, Grant County
County
, 5 miles away, 11.2 hiking miles, 2535 feet elevation difference |
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Strawberry Basin Trail, Grant County
County
, 5 miles away, 12.6 hiking miles, 2804 feet elevation difference |
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Onion Creek Trail, Grant County
County
, 6 miles away, 7 hiking miles, 1861 feet elevation difference |
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Best Western John Day Inn, John Day
, 23 miles away |
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Americas Best Value Inn, John Day
, 23 miles away |
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Days Inn Burns, Burns
, 45 miles away |
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Americas Best Inns-Burns, Burns
, 45 miles away |
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Best Western Rory & Ryan Inns, Hines
, 46 miles away |
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