High Desert Discovery Scenic Byway
Malheur National Wildlife Refuge, Harney County, OR
Point-to-point trail in Malheur National Wildlife Refuge, Harney County, OR. Scenic drive.
- Distance
- 109.9 mi (176.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,861 ft (872 m)
- Est. Time
- 36 hr 50 min
- High point
- 5,604 ft (1,708 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Attraction: Frenchglen Corral 58.1 mi (93.4 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about High Desert Discovery Scenic Byway
How long is High Desert Discovery Scenic Byway?
High Desert Discovery Scenic Byway is 109.9 mi (176.8 km) long. Most people take about 36 hr 50 min. It climbs 2,861 ft (872 m) in total, up to a high point of 5,604 ft (1,708 m).
How hard is High Desert Discovery Scenic Byway?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for High Desert Discovery Scenic Byway?
4 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on High Desert Discovery Scenic Byway?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 109.9 mi (176.8 km), 109.9 mi (176.8 km).
Is High Desert Discovery Scenic Byway shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on High Desert Discovery Scenic Byway?
Best for Scenic drive.
Where can you eat near High Desert Discovery Scenic Byway?
Central Pastime, 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Burns Fuel Good Market, 1.7 mi (2.8 km).
Is this a good week for High Desert Discovery Scenic Byway?
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.
Trails near High Desert Discovery Scenic Byway
- Burns Nature Trail Harney County · Easy · 3.1 mi (5 km)
- Idlewild Loop Malheur National Forest · Easy · 1.2 mi (1.9 km)
- Snomo #5327 Trail Malheur National Forest · Hard · 15.2 mi (24.5 km)
- 5068 Bicycle Trail Malheur National Forest · Easy · 1.2 mi (2 km)
- Devine Summit Trail Malheur National Forest · Easy · 2.9 mi (4.7 km)
- Snomo #5328 Trail Malheur National Forest · Expert · 14.5 mi (23.3 km)
- Snomo #5335 Trail Malheur National Forest · Expert · 19.2 mi (30.8 km)
- Snomo #5326 Trail Malheur National Forest · Moderate · 5.2 mi (8.3 km)
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