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| | Every single Oregon hiking and backpacking trail is different from the others. You can't spend all your time indoors you need to get out once in a while, and Old Desolation Driveway Trail in Grant County, Oregon is just what you need. Backcountry hiking here in Oregon is a must. Different parts of Old Desolation Driveway Trail are at very different elevations which of course means you need to be prepared for different conditions on different parts of the backpacking trail. There are so many hiking trails in this neighborhood. There are many magnificent |
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hiking and backpacking trails in Oregon, and among these are Old Desolation Driveway Trail in Grant County. This neighborhood 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. Old Desolation Driveway
| | Trail is 6.2 miles long it's a mid length walk. And keep in mind that there could be temporary safety restrictions in place. During the summertime months at Old Desolation Driveway Trail highs are typically in the 80's. For the duration of the moonlight hours it's typically in the 30's. Highs through the winter are typically in the 30's, and nighttime lows in the 10's for Old Desolation Driveway Trail. Old Desolation Driveway Trail has a total elevation difference of 2,238 feet, and that is about average. Here in the magnificent state of Oregon backcountry | |
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hiking is a great idea. Keep in mind that this is a long backpacking trail, so make sure you bring plenty of supplies. Old Desolation Driveway Trail is a long tour away from Pendleton-Hermiston, but it is one of many magnificent great outdoors hiking trails in this neighborhood.
The length of Old Desolation Driveway Trail is about average having an average number of uphill miles which makes this a very tough hiking trail for advanced walkers looking for an excellent challenge. Old Desolation Driveway Trail gets very little precipitation; the wettest month
of the year is ordinarily November, that's the one that rains the most; the driest month is July. Old Desolation Driveway Trail is a two ended backpacking trail with two trailheads, so hiking it one way is an option if you can arrange for a ride back. These backcountry trails here
in the Blue Mountains are a really brilliant way to spend quality time in the great outdoors. This backcountry walk shouldn't take more than 5.5 hours, but of course some people walk a bit slower and some a bit faster.
Briefly about the general area:
Raspberry Creek
is a stream that you may stumble upon while you're here; Old Desolation Driveway Trail is a great place to visit for more than one day, Trough Creek Campground is a great place to camp nearby. Paddling on John Day River - North Fork is so much fun, and Kelsay Meadows is a wonderful
site any time of year.
All year is a wonderful time in the Blue Mountains if you adore the outdoors. Oriental Creek flows through this vicinity, and locations like Oriental Basin are brilliant to take a look at. A short visit to Kelsay Spring is always worthwhile. You'll need
more than a day to explore everything Old Desolation Driveway Trail has to offer, you can camp at Lehman Hot Springs. This is no spot for people who don’t like to enjoy themselves.
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Location of Trailhead 1: Latitude 44.9749, Longitude -118.7283
- - Directions and Road Map
Location of Trailhead 2: Latitude 44.9482, Longitude -118.7213
- - Directions and Road Map
Trailhead 1 to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 3.1 miles
Total climbing distance = 2.3 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
3.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
2 hours
Trailhead 2 to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 3.1 miles
Total climbing distance = .2 miles
Difficulty : Easy
Casual Hiking Pace:
2 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
1 hours
| | Trailhead 1 back to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 6.2 miles
Total climbing distance = 2.5 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
5.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
3.5 hours
Trailhead 2 back to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 6.2 miles
Total climbing distance = 2.5 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
5.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
3.5 hours
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Total elevation difference: 2238 feet
Best Western John Day Inn, John Day
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31 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 Old Desolation Driveway Trail. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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Current weather conditions at Old Desolation Driveway Trail, Blue Mountains, Grant County, Oregon
Local climate location: UKIAH 12 miles away
        
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Pendleton Super 8 Motel, Pendleton
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34 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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34 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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More Hotels and Campgrounds Near Old Desolation Driveway Trail, Blue Mountains, Grant County, Oregon
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| These outdoors activities are available near Old Desolation Driveway Trail. |
| | Trails Near Old Desolation Driveway Trail:
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Kelsay Butte Trail, Grant County
County
, 3 miles away, 7 hiking miles, 884 feet elevation difference |
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Pearson Trail, Umatilla County
County
, 3 miles away, 5.5 hiking miles, 926 feet elevation difference |
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Welch Creek Trail, Grant County
County
, 4 miles away, 2.8 hiking miles, 422 feet elevation difference |
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Cougar Creek Trail, Grant County
County
, 4 miles away, 13 hiking miles, 2106 feet elevation difference |
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Bull Prairie Trail, Grant County
County
, 4 miles away, 3.1 hiking miles, 745 feet elevation difference |
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Round Meadow Trail, Umatilla County
County
, 4 miles away, 7.6 hiking miles, 971 feet elevation difference |
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Battle Creek Trail, Grant County
County
, 4 miles away, 4 hiking miles, 730 feet elevation difference |
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Best Western John Day Inn, John Day
, 31 miles away |
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Rugged Country Lodge DBA Double H Investments, Pendleton
, 32 miles away |
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Pendleton Super 8 Motel, Pendleton
, 34 miles away |
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Best Western Pendleton Inn, Pendleton
, 34 miles away |
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Holiday Inn Express Pendleton, Or, Pendleton
, 34 miles away |
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