Recreation area

Old West Scenic Bikeway

Malheur National Forest · Oregon — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

Come explore Oregon's Wild West via bicycle, motor bike, car, truck, horse or foot. This174 mile paved scenic tour takes you through the John Day Valley, John Day Fossil Beds and northern most Malheur National Forest.  The state and county roads which make up the Old West Scenic Bikeway offer travelers a journey through, up and over, the Malheur National Forest and surrounding rural communities. You will find many access points, campgrounds, trailheads and views of the Malheur National Forest along the way. Most cyclists will find this route challenging with two substantial, extended climbs along route with a total gain of 8,493 feet. Most cyclists will require a minimun of two to three days for travel time. Many federal, state, and local camping opportunities are found along the way. For more information on the Old West Scenic Bikeway visit http://rideoregonride.com/road-routes/old-west-scenic-bikeway/ Download the route's GPS data here.

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Old West Scenic Bikeway doesn't take campsite reservations — but plenty of nearby Oregon campgrounds do, and we'll alert you the moment a sold-out site opens up.

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.