Miner's Draw Cabin - FS 6175, 6145, 6105

Forest Service Road 6175 offers a fun, easygoing route from Plush, Oregon, to the Sunstone Collection Area, making it a great option for anyone looking to explore Oregon’s high desert without tackling technical terrain. The road surface is generally well-graded gravel with stretches of compact dirt and light washboards. Even in dry conditions, expect a few sandy patches and mild ruts, but the trail remains accessible to most high-clearance vehicles. Wide-open vistas dominate the drive, with rolling sagebrush flats, distant ridgelines, and plenty of room to stop for photos or wildlife viewing. A worthwhile side trip branches into the hills to the historic Miners Draw Cabin and nearby mine site—an easy detour that adds both scenery and a touch of local history. The spur roads here are slightly rougher, with rockier sections and tighter turns, but still manageable for most 4x4s. Once you reach the Sunstone Collection Area, take time to wander the dig zones and explore the surrounding BLM land, where additional two-track spurs lead to elevated overlooks and quiet desert pockets perfect for a lunch stop. Overall, FS 6175 is an inviting, low-stress adventure that rewards slow travel, curiosity, and a willingness to poke down the side roads.