Southeast Oregon in October
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The Steens, Hart Mountain, Leslie Gulch, Succor Creek.
The first two for biking, know when hunting seasons are open.
The first two for biking, know when hunting seasons are open.
Taco around the world
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I second the Steens though being up to 9,000’ be prepared for snow.
Alvord lake lies east of the Steens is cool. The hamlet of Frenchglen is cute in a eastern desert sort-of-way
Alvord lake lies east of the Steens is cool. The hamlet of Frenchglen is cute in a eastern desert sort-of-way
Mighty Dodge Ram
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Best time of the year for that area IMO. Have a great time!
Smokecreek1
Smokecreek1
Let me add to the recommendation(s) of the Steens area-make sure to keep abreast of weather conditions. The Sheldon NWR is just south of there and Virgin Spring CG is usually a good stop for water and a soak in the hot springs.
Smoke
Smoke
Absolutely the best for 50 miles in any direction!Ronin said:
searching for nowhere
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And there is the Riddle Brother's Ranch and Diamond Crater.
I'm heading to the Steens in a week or so. In the past the food at Frenchglen had a reputation for excellency. I couldn't get a reservation for dinner when I was there in 2013. Has anyone heard how the food is now?
Thanks Wandering Sagebrush for the reminder about the Fields milkshakes. I had forgotten. I think getting a milkshake is a wanderer's must-do even if it is windy, raining, or snowing. I'll be getting one as I drive through.
I'm heading to the Steens in a week or so. In the past the food at Frenchglen had a reputation for excellency. I couldn't get a reservation for dinner when I was there in 2013. Has anyone heard how the food is now?
Thanks Wandering Sagebrush for the reminder about the Fields milkshakes. I had forgotten. I think getting a milkshake is a wanderer's must-do even if it is windy, raining, or snowing. I'll be getting one as I drive through.
Smokecreek1
Smokecreek1
3x thatWandering Sagebrush said:
!Smoke
John and Twyla have just as good a table as ever. Call and get reservations in advance if needed. We were there in mid August and it took a couple of days.searching for nowhere said:
The Diamond Hotel is another option, and they also have a great reputation.
In the Diamond area, the Peter French Round Barn is worth a stop, As is a stop at the gift store/museum. Dick Jenkins is an interesting person to chat with. His family has been their since the 1880s, and donated the barn to the state.
If you are interested, this blog post includes a section on Frenchglen, Steens, and the Riddle Ranch -
Ski3pin Blog
And another visit to Hart Mountain and Steens -
Ski3pin Blog
Ski3pin Blog
And another visit to Hart Mountain and Steens -
Ski3pin Blog
And, since Fields Station was mentioned.................................
craig333
Riley's Human
Making me hungry. Enjoy your trip!ski3pin said:And, since Fields Station was mentioned.................................
Advmoto18
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LOL....Wandering Sagebrush said:
The ONLY burger and shake around for 50 miles in any direction!
But they are very good!
searching for nowhere
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After stopping at Fields for a peppermint milkshake I reach the Page Spring campground about 2:30 today (Monday). To my surprise the campground was almost full. I chatted with the camp host and he said the campground has been full or almost full all September. But know, if it is full, talk to the campground host. He will find a spot for you to spend the night. He said one night he squeezed in 15 extra spots.
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