My Happy Place - West Fork of Eagle Creek
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The Eagle Cap Wilderness is characterized by high alpine lakes and meadows, bare granite peaks and ridges and u-shaped valleys carved out by glaciers. Each season brings its own unique visitors to the area.
Lace up your boots and head into Oregon's remote Wallowa Mountains. Explore this wonderland of more than fifty glacial lakes, miles of streams designated as National Wild and Scenic Rivers, hundreds of soaring peaks, and open meadows with elk, deer, bighorn sheep, coyote, black bear, and cougar. Climb Aneroid, Chief Joseph, and Matterhorn Mountains; hike the Eagle River, Cliff Creek, and Deadman Canyon; or visit Razz, Blue, and Bonny Lakes.During the summer months, you might see white-tailed deer, rocky mountain elk, or black bears munching on huckleberries. On rare occasions you might spot a rocky mountain bighorn sheep or mountain goat.
In the winter months turn your eyes to the sky in search of a paragrine falcon or bald eagle. Winter months bring heavy snowfall to Eagle Cap, creating many opportunities for backcountry skiing and other snowy recreation.
The Eagle Cap Wilderness is the most heavily used wilderness in northeast Oregon, and everything from quiet solitude to an extensive trail system awaits you. |
We are compling information and links now, more information coming: up-to-date trail information; maps, photos, and elevation profiles; information on bears and cougars; difficulty, maintenance, and traffic ratings for each hike; access information to the Dihedrals climbing area.Whether you are planning a day hike or an extended backpacking trip, you'll find trails suited to every ability and interest in Oregon's Eagle Cap Wilderness.
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It’s always best to call the Wallowa Mountains Visitor Center to get the latest weather conditions. Visit the Forest Service Website for more details and information on the Eagle Cap Wilderness. |
