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Map Key

7.0

Miles

11.2

KM

77%

Runnable

5,081' 1,549 m

High

2,466' 752 m

Low

567' 173 m

Up

3,181' 970 m

Down

10%

Avg Grade (6°)

37%

Max Grade (20°)

Dogs Off-leash

Features Birding · Fall Colors · Spring · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife

Trail not accessible from November to May due to snow.

Description

The western end of the trail starts off quite steep. The eastern approach allows for easy access to the ridge line and great views of the wilderness. The trail is popular with horse back riders in the summer.

Forest Service webpage contains detailed direction to upper and lower trailheads.

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Shared By:

Greg Brown

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Trail Rankings

#458

in Oregon

#13,880

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Photos

Exposed slope section of trail looking east toward Umatilla Rim. Buck Creek Canyon below.
Jun 22, 2021 near Elgin, OR
Looking west. Flat plateau with grass meadow in center of photo. Perfect camp spot
Jun 22, 2021 near Elgin, OR
View to the west at the junction of Ninemile Ridge Trail with the Umatilla Rim Trail
Aug 18, 2020 near Elgin, OR
Crossing Buck Creek on the lower Buck Mountain Trail. Spring run-off will make crossing difficult.
Nov 4, 2019 near Athena, OR
Fall hiking conditions on the Buck Creek Trail
Nov 4, 2019 near Athena, OR

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