Blue Basin Overlook Trail
John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, Grant County, OR
Out-and-back trail in John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, Grant County, OR. Hiking.
- Distance
- 5.7 mi (9.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,394 ft (425 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 30 min
- High point
- 2,907 ft (886 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint: Blue Basin Overlook 3 mi (4.8 km) from start
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Questions about Blue Basin Overlook Trail
How long is Blue Basin Overlook Trail?
Blue Basin Overlook Trail is 5.7 mi (9.1 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 30 min. It climbs 1,394 ft (425 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,907 ft (886 m).
How hard is Blue Basin Overlook Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Blue Basin Overlook Trail?
Parking at the start. Closest lot to the start: Blue Basin Parking.
Are there water and toilets on Blue Basin Overlook Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Blue Basin Overlook Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Blue Basin Overlook Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Blue Basin Overlook Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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