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| | There are plenty of wilderness trails in Oregon; each one of them has its own character. Sunset Trail is a backpacking trail rather far from Pendleton-Hermiston, but what a magnificent spot for backpacking it is. Alright, enough of spending all this time inside a building, time to get out, and if you happen to be in Grant County of Oregon, Sunset Trail is a magnificent local backpacking trail for doing a bit of leg stretching. These backcountry trails here in the Blue Mountains are a very tremendous way to see these mountaintops. Different parts of this |
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hiking trail are at very different elevations, and that means that some parts of the hiking trail could be very different from other parts of it. Sunset Trail has a total elevation difference of 1,656 feet, and that is about average. The warmest time of the year at Sunset Trail
| | comes with high temperatures in the 80's. Once the sun is down it dips down to the 30's. Throughout the wintertime the highs are mostly in the 30's, and overnight lows in the 10's for Sunset Trail. Here in the glorious state of Oregon backcountry trekking is a perfect way to spend some time. This is one of many wilderness hiking trails in the surrounding region. The length of Sunset Trail is about average with an average amount of climbing distance which makes this wilderness hiking trail brilliant for hard core backpackers looking for adventure. There are | |
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so many glorious wilderness trails for backcountry trekking in Oregon, and Sunset Trail in Grant County is one of them. Oregon has so much to offer the fresh air lovers. You should count on this walk taking about 5.5 hours, but of course some people walk a bit slower and some a
bit faster. There are two trailheads to chose from, one in each end, so hiking it one way is an option if you can arrange for a ride back. This is a long backcountry trail, so don't forget to pack enough supplies. Don’t forget to check for any current restrictions or closures before
you go. With its 6.6 miles of walking distance it's an average length hiking trail. Sunset Trail is mostly a pretty dehydrated spot; during November this area sees the most rain, and July is the month with the least moisture. This area does get very dry sometimes, so make sure
you check current conditions and fire restrictions with local forest authorities before you head out.
Briefly about the general area:
You just can't imagine the amount of outdoors amusing stuff the Blue Mountains has to offer. The beauty of mother nature reveals herself
at Handy Spring, and you can run the rapids of John Day River - North Fork. Do set aside some time for Lost Horse Meadow while you're here at Sunset Trail; why not take a little trip to North Fork Desolation Creek if you're here.
You ought to beyond doubt dedicate some time
to Bull Prairie since you're here at Sunset Trail, and why not camp at Trough Creek Campground while you're here at Sunset Trail. Cold Spring is an inspiring place to pop by while here; some close by water includes South Fork Desolation Creek. You'll wish for more hours in a day to enjoy all the enjoyable stuff at Sunset Trail. Camping is available at Deerhorn Campground.
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Location of Trailhead 1: Latitude 44.8386, Longitude -118.7212
- - Directions and Road Map
Location of Trailhead 2: Latitude 44.851, Longitude -118.6746
- - Directions and Road Map
Trailhead 1 to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 3.3 miles
Total climbing distance = 2.6 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
3.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
2 hours
Trailhead 2 to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 3.3 miles
Total climbing distance = 0 miles
Difficulty : Easy
Casual Hiking Pace:
2 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
1 hours
| | Trailhead 1 back to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 6.6 miles
Total climbing distance = 2.6 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
5.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
3.5 hours
Trailhead 2 back to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 6.6 miles
Total climbing distance = 2.6 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
5.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
3.5 hours
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Total elevation difference: 1656 feet
Best Western John Day Inn, John Day
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28 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 Sunset Trail. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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Current weather conditions at Sunset Trail, Blue Mountains, Grant County, Oregon
Local climate location: UKIAH 14 miles away
        
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Pendleton Super 8 Motel, Pendleton
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40 miles away
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Best Western Pendleton Inn, Pendleton
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40 miles away
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| These outdoors activities are available near Sunset Trail. |
| | Trails Near Sunset Trail:
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Jumpoff Joe Trail, Grant County
County
, 2 miles away, 3.7 hiking miles, 2572 feet elevation difference |
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Bull Prairie Trail, Grant County
County
, 2 miles away, 3.1 hiking miles, 745 feet elevation difference |
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Battle Creek Trail, Grant County
County
, 2 miles away, 4 hiking miles, 730 feet elevation difference |
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Beeman Junkens Trail, Grant County
County
, 3 miles away, 5 hiking miles, 957 feet elevation difference |
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Basin Creek Trail, Grant County
County
, 3 miles away, 5.8 hiking miles, 622 feet elevation difference |
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Farley Spring Trail, Grant County
County
, 3 miles away, 1.4 hiking miles, 925 feet elevation difference |
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Welch Creek Trail, Grant County
County
, 3 miles away, 2.8 hiking miles, 422 feet elevation difference |
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| | Whitewater Near Sunset Trail:
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John Day River - North Fork, Grant/ Umatilla County
County
, 6 miles away, Class II-III - 41 miles long (Route 52 Bridge to Dale) |
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| | Hotels Near Sunset Trail:
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Best Western John Day Inn, John Day
, 28 miles away |
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Rugged Country Lodge DBA Double H Investments, Pendleton
, 38 miles away |
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Pendleton Super 8 Motel, Pendleton
, 40 miles away |
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Best Western Pendleton Inn, Pendleton
, 40 miles away |
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Holiday Inn Express Pendleton, Or, Pendleton
, 40 miles away |
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