Activity Notes

This hike traces a stretch of the John Day River passing through Cottonwood Canyon State Park. We will hike along a former ranch road, through sagebrush flats, to an old cattle corral nestled beneath columnar basalt cliffs.  9 miles/ 200 feet elevation/ 250 drive miles.

We will meet at the trailhead at the J.S. Burres day use area (located here) which is a two hour drive from Portland.

While this is scheduled as a day hike, participants have an option to car camp near the trailhead. We have a campsite reserved at Cottonwood Canyon State Park. Hikers are welcome to pitch a tent on the nights of  April 26 and/or April 27. Contact hike leader for details.

Registration is Closed

We’re sorry to report that registration is now closed for this activity and we are no longer accepting applications. The activity has either reached its maximum capacity or the registration period has ended.
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