Sage Steppes

Sage Steppes

By Renee Patrick on November 1, 2017 | Posted in:

Ryan “Dirtmonger” Sylva, ODT thru-hiker 2017

By Renee Patrick on November 1, 2017 | Posted in:

“To me, it’s a thru-hike in an isolated place that promotes a conversation in land management, ethics and usage. Hiking across a vast and remote landscape and having a random […]

Connecting Trails

By Renee Patrick on November 1, 2017 | Posted in:

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

The Last Darkness

By Renee Patrick on October 31, 2017 | Posted in:

Great Basin Spadefoot Toads – a sleepy chorus

By Lace Thornberg on October 31, 2017 | Posted in:

Water Cache Guidelines

By Renee Patrick on October 23, 2017 | Posted in:

About the ODT

By Lace Thornberg on October 20, 2017 | Posted in:

Oregon Natural Desert Association developed the Oregon Desert Trail to showcase the most spectacular natural areas of the state’s dry side, including Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge, Steens Mountain, and […]

Desert Travel Tips

By Renee Patrick on October 19, 2017 | Posted in:

Hiking in the high desert presents unique rewards … and unique challenges! Travel safely and responsibly along the Oregon Desert Trail with these tips, principles and essentials.

Challenges and Risks

By Renee Patrick on October 19, 2017 | Posted in:

The Oregon Desert Trail is an extremely challenging route for hikers, both physically and logistically. ODT travelers need to be aware of the remoteness, lack of cell communication and environmental […]

Plan A Trip

By Lace Thornberg on October 13, 2017 | Posted in:

Be advised! Stretches of the Oregon Desert Trail route are exceedingly remote. The resources you’ll find here can be used in combination to help you navigate the Oregon Desert Trail […]