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| | Can’t wait to get out in the outdoors, Trail Creek Trail in Union County, Oregon is a nice place for getting out. There are backpacking trails all over Oregon, and Trail Creek Trail is one of them, and it's in Union County. Hiking here in Oregon is a must. Of course, this is an overnight hike, 2 days normally, so make sure you've got all your overnight gear packed. Throughout the summer highs here at Trail Creek Trail reach the 80's, and during summer nights temperatures are in the 40's. The cold days of the winter come with highs in the 30's while Trail |
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Creek Trail overnight low temperatures during the winter are in the 20's. Don’t forget to check for any current restrictions or closures before you go. Trail Creek Trail is 14.2 miles long; it's a long hiking trail. The total elevation difference for this backpacking trail is 3,664
| | feet which is higher than average. It's a lengthy journey from La Grande to Trail Creek Trail, but backcountry hiking it is good merriment any time. At parts of the year this region sees very little rain, so don’t forget to check for any current fire restrictions before you go. Around Trail Creek Trail you don’t get a lot of rain; the month with most of the rain is May while July is the month with the least amount of precipitation. This is an area covered with lots of trails. Going for a backcountry trek here in Oregon is so much fun. There is only one | |
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trailhead, so in and out is the way to trek it normally. This hiking and backpacking trail is a hiking and backpacking trail of nice length having an average number of uphill miles which makes this trail pleasant for hard core backpackers looking for adventure. The hiking and backpacking
trails of the Wallowa Mountains are the best way to enjoy these peaks. There are plenty of backpacking trails in Oregon; each one of them has its own character. Some parts of Trail Creek Trail are much higher up than other parts of the hiking trail, so keep in mind that you may
need to dress differently at different elevations. This is a backcountry trail that is quite long, so don't forget to pack enough supplies.
Briefly about the general area:
West Eagle Meadow is a pleasant spot; do have a look at Traverse Lake Dam while you're here. Man,
is there lots of enjoyable stuff to do in the Wallowa Mountains. Getting to Little Boulder Creek from Trail Creek Trail is trouble-free, and Scenic Meadows RV Park is a perfect campground here.
Cougar Meadows is a good place to check out, and if you came for an overnight stay
Main Eagle Bridge Campground is a fine place to camp. Copper Creek Falls is an inspiring spot to check out while you're here, and why not take a little spree to East Fork West Eagle Creek while you're here. So much cool stuff to do here in the Wallowa Mountains, too nice to be
true.
That right there is loads already, but it continues; Trail Creek Trail has it all. Don't leave Trail Creek Trail without first paying a visit to Mud Spring, and if you desire a little side trip, try Lowry Gulch.
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Location of Trailhead: Latitude 45.0796, Longitude -117.4752
- - Directions and Road Map
Total in and out hiking length = 14.2 miles
Total climbing distance = 5.6 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
2 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
8 hours
Total elevation difference: 3664 feet
Best Western Rama Inn & Suites, Enterprise
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19 miles away
This full-service Enterprise, Oregon hotel is minutes away from local attractions and is an ideal weekend getaway from busy everyday life. Enjoy a peaceful and relaxing getaway to Northwestern Orego...
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Baker City Super 8 Motel, Baker City
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30 miles away
AAA approved/ 2 Diamonds, Super Start Breakfast, Indoor heated pool and hot tub, high speed internet, microfridge, in-room coffee maker. Close to Oregon Trail Interpretive Center, Sumpter Valley Rail...
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More Hotels and Campgrounds Near Trail Creek Trail, Wallowa Mountains, Union County, Oregon
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| These outdoors activities are available near Trail Creek Trail. |
| | Trails Near Trail Creek Trail:
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Fake Creek Trail, Union County
County
, 1 miles away, 5.4 hiking miles, 2852 feet elevation difference |
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West Eagle Trail, Baker County
County
, 3 miles away, 2.6 hiking miles, 554 feet elevation difference |
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Main Creek Trail, Union County
County
, 4 miles away, 10.8 hiking miles, 2876 feet elevation difference |
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Copper Creek Trail, Wallowa County
County
, 7 miles away, 13.2 hiking miles, 3358 feet elevation difference |
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North Minam Trail, Wallowa County
County
, 9 miles away, 22.8 hiking miles, 4044 feet elevation difference |
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Bowman Trail, Wallowa County
County
, 9 miles away, 10.6 hiking miles, 2945 feet elevation difference |
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Kettle Creek Trail, Wallowa County
County
, 11 miles away, 16.2 hiking miles, 3362 feet elevation difference |
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| | Hotels Near Trail Creek Trail:
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Best Western Rama Inn & Suites, Enterprise
, 19 miles away |
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Baker City Super 8 Motel, Baker City
, 30 miles away |
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Best Western Sunridge Inn, Baker City
, 30 miles away |
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Quality Inn Baker City, Baker City
, 30 miles away |
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Rodeway Inn Baker City, Baker City
, 31 miles away |
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30 miles away
