1-3 Hours
Blue Basin Overlook Trail
John Day Fossil Beds National Monument
The Blue Basin Overlook Trail is a 3.25 mi (5.2 km) trail that climbs 760 ft (230 m) in elevation to an overlook of Blue Basin. This trail provides breathtaking views down into steep canyons and grand vistas of the John Day River valley. It starts both at the Blue Basin parking lot and also connects along the Island in Time Trail. No collecting is permitted and off-trail hiking is strictly prohibited. Please stay on trail.
The Blue Basin Overlook Trail is a 3.25 mi (5.2 km) trail that climbs 760 ft (230 m) in elevation to an overlook of Blue Basin. This trail provides breathtaking views down into steep canyons and grand vistas of the John Day River valley. It starts both at the Blue Basin parking lot and also connects along the Island in Time Trail. No collecting is permitted and off-trail hiking is strictly prohibited. Please stay on trail.
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Front-Country HikingFossils and PaleontologyGeologyScenic ViewsSheep Rock unithikinggeologypaleontology
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Details
Duration
1-3 Hours
Fees Apply
No
Seasons
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Time of Day
Day, Night, Dawn, Dusk
Accessibility
This trail climbs 760 feet in elevation with a minimum width of 15 inches. Trail has rocks and changes between gravel, dirt, and claystone composition throughout. There is a wooden bridge for a short portion of the trail. Potential hazards: Rocks, high winds, muddy after rain and snow
Pets
Yes
Reservations
No
Location
Sheep Rock Unit