A gravel path with trees and shrubs on both sides leads to a scenic view of blue-green formations
15-30 Minutes

Flood of Fire Trail

John Day Fossil Beds National Monument

Mostly easy with several stair steps, this 0.5 mi (0.8 km) long trail ends at a dramatic cliff face and a view of colorful geologic formations and fiery floods of basalt across the valley.

Mostly easy with several stair steps, this 0.5 mi (0.8 km) long trail ends at a dramatic cliff face and a view of colorful geologic formations and fiery floods of basalt across the valley.

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Front-Country HikingGeologyScenic ViewsSheep Rock unithikinggeologypaleontology

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Duration

15-30 Minutes

Fees Apply

No

Seasons

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Time of Day

Day, Night, Dawn, Dusk

Accessibility

This 0.5 mile trail is mostly easy with several stair steps (16" x 14" max) and gravel and rocky terrain. The minimum trail width is 24 inches. Potential hazards: rocks, several rock stair steps, muddy after rain and snow

Pets

Yes

Reservations

No

Location

Sheep Rock Unit

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