Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Echo, Oregon

Jump Off Joe is a butte in the Horse Heaven Hills south of Kennewick, Washington, and is visible throughout much of the region. The roads leading up are public roads, but are primitive with no…
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Jump Off Joe is a butte in the Horse Heaven Hills south of Kennewick, Washington, and is visible throughout much of the region. The roads leading up are public roads, but are primitive with no…
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This is a road up a rocky ridge from the valley. You will see blue mountains with views into the valleys below. The road can be challenging as it is rough and rocky. It has…
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FS 5327 is a 9.6-mile out-and-back trail that begins at an intersection with FS 53, providing access to Divide Well Campground before ending at a gate at a private property boundary. The trail is a…
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FS 5312 is a 6.7-mile point-to-point trail beginning at its intersection with FS 53 and terminating at FS 5320. The road surface is wide, well-maintained, and generally smooth, with some sections of washboarding and water…
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FS 5316 is a 15.9-mile out-and-back trail branching off FS 53 and winding through the Umatilla National Forest before terminating at a private property boundary 1 mile past Potamus Point. The trail is wide, gravel,…
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Double Track is a very easy trail with views of the Tri-Cities, Washington. There are some small hill climbs along the way. This is a good trail for beginners. During the winter, you will encounter…
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Swale Trail is a 7.8-mile point-to-point trail that branches off FS 21 before reconnecting later along the route. Starting from the northeast end near Dutch Creek Guard Station, the trail climbs out of the valley…
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This is a hard-packed, very worn-out road that is the main in and out of the Juniper Dunes OHV area. The road itself is mostly compacted desert hardpan with sandy washes mixed in. There are…
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FS 2015 is an 8.3-mile point-to-point gravel road connecting FS 5316 with FS 2104. Starting from the east at the intersection with FS 2104, the trail descends into a canyon with steep sections in areas…
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FS 2106 is a 4.7-mile out-and-back trail branching off FS 2105. The route winds through clear-cut areas, transitioning into new-growth forests before terminating at a small turnaround. With numerous spur trails and open areas for…
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This road is a mix of hard pack and sandy washes. This road is one of the spurs that lead into the north part of the Juniper Dunes Open OHV Riding area. The road is…
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This is a one-lane route that takes you to the gate for the Juniper Dunes Wilderness Area. It is a tight, twisty, curvy, and sandy route that is a lot of fun if you have…
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Starting out on the Frazier Campground side, enjoy a nice mix of rocky shale, flowing dirt, and technical hill climbs perfect for a good long family ride. As you wrap around the west side of…
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Starting from the north side at the intersection with FS 21, Wilson Creek Road is a 10.6-mile point-to-point gravel road. The trail is well-maintained for its entire length and provides access to a staging area…
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Happy Jack is an 18.3-mile point-to-point trail connecting FS 22 with the Heppner-Spray Highway. A wide gravel road for its entire length, Happy Jack offers stunning views looking north into the Umatilla National Forest. Starting…
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The Old Western Route is a 13.9-mile point-to-point gravel road connecting the west end of Wheeler Point with the Heppner-Spray Highway. Although the road appears to continue west to the town of Fossil, a private…
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FS 23 West is a 9.2-mile point-to-point, well-maintained gravel road. Starting from the intersection with Wilson Creek Road and FS 23 East, the road crosses a bridge over Wilson Creek before beginning a consistent 1,600-foot…
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Wheeler Point is a 15.7-mile point-to-point gravel road connecting Heppner-Spray Highway with the west end of The Old Western Route. Starting from the east side, Wheeler Point descends before leveling out and continuing along the…
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FS 2407 is a 2.8-mile out-and-back trail climbing from Happy Jack to Tamarack Lookout. Starting as an easy gravel road, the route gradually becomes rougher toward the top, culminating in muddy and steep sections near…
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Sharps Ridge takes off from FS 3988 at Oasis Springs, and depending on the time of year, can be extremely muddy and boggy to traverse. The first section through the trees is the worst of…
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This scenic nearly nineteen mile route climbs to an elevation of 6,436 feet above sea level. And, as you probably know that translates to incredible views. To the south a valley that cradles the middle…
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Phillips Creek Trail is approximately 10 miles long. It is worth noting that the first 2 miles of this trail are private property owned by CHANDLER GRANDE RONDE RANCH LLC. We were able to drive…
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This trail takes you from Highway 204 to Tiger Creek, past Bone Springs warming shed. It's generally a two-track forest road with lots of cobbled rock and sections of deep ruts and potholes. The trail…
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This route climbs to the northwest from the Middle Fork of Oregon's John Day River. Along the way, you'll encounter a handful of beautiful wild camp spots often used by local hunters. As the road…
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Ladd Canyon Sno-Park Trail. This mountain trail begins at the Sno-Park in Ladd Canyon and mostly follows Forest Service roads, making it an easy and accessible route. It's perfect for a day trip--whether you're heading…
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Craig's Cabin Road is a just under 4-mile trail within Umatilla Forest. This trail is an offshoot of Phillips Creek. The primary trail material is dirt and small loose gravel. This route has a few…
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Exploring the Seep Lakes Unit of the Columbia Basin Complex on the route to Heart Lake via Soap Lake Road is a unique off-road experience that blends scenic driving with rich geological and ecological history.…
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Tiger Creek Trail starts south of the small town of Kooskooskie, WA and winds back and forth on dirt and gravel roads through Umatilla National Forest as you climb approx. 3,300ft to an intersection with…
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This scenic off-road trail through Columbia National Wildlife Refuge offers a mix of packed dirt, loose gravel, and some mildly rutted sections, making it a great route for almost any type of vehicle. While not…
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