Those looking for a remote, off-the-grid getaway will find it in the Owyhee Canyonlands in southeastern Oregon. Here, hikers will discover a side of Oregon not seen by most travelers — a place of deep canyons, petroglyphs, and bighorn sheep.
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BLM can protect birds by protecting the Owyhee
The Owyhee Canyonlands, in southeastern Oregon, offers one of the last stretches of dark skies in the Lower 48 where one can view the full Milky Way free of light pollution. It ranks in the top 1% of all Western U.S. lands for dark night skies, making it a safe haven for migratory birds.
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46. Leslie Gulch, Slocum Creek Campground
What’s Awesome: Incredible Geology, Stunning Views, Stargazing, Off the Beaten Path, Rockhounding, Remote, Quiet, Owyhee Reservoir, Wildlife Viewing, 4X4 Recommended, Hiking, Paddling, Swimming
What’s Awesome: Incredible Geology, Stunning Views, Stargazing, Off the Beaten Path, Rockhounding, Remote, Quiet, Owyhee Reservoir, Wildlife Viewing, 4X4 Recommended, Hiking, Paddling, Swimming
Efforts to protect Oregon’s Owyhee Canyonlands continue
The development of a new bill—similar to the first—is currently underway. This updated version will work to address some of the concerns expressed about the initial one.
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