Discover Oregon’s Desert

Did you know that nearly half of Oregon is high desert? At Oregon Natural Desert Association, we invite people to get to know this incredible region and get involved in conservation and stewardship of desert lands, waters and wildlife.

Get to know Oregon’s high desert:

 

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Spring Basin Wilderness

Spring Basin Wilderness

With 10,000 acres of undulating terrain, secluded canyons and spectacular vantages of the John Day Country, Spring Basin is magnificent to explore This public treasure, forever protected as Wilderness, offers a profusion of desert wildflowers in the spring and year-round recreational opportunities for hikers, horseback riders, hunters

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Connecting Trails

Connecting Trails

The Oregon Desert Trail ties into two National Recreation Trails: the Fremont National Recreation Trail and Desert Trail.

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Sage-grouse Mating Dance

Sage-grouse Mating Dance