Starvation Lane River Access

Total Miles 11
Technical Rating
2 Easy
Best Time Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Trail Type Full-Width Road
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Trail Overview

The Starvation Lane River Access road to the John Day River is a gravel road that winds through wheat fields and sagebrush. The upper section of the gravel road can be anything from smooth to rough, or washboard to puddle-laden, depending on the time of the season. The lower section is a "primitive" gravel road descending down a steep hill to the John Day River.

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Difficulty

Depending on the time of year, the gravel road can be rough with pockets of washboard sections. It may also have many areas of mud puddles, usually under 12 inches deep. The steep descent down to the river could have a few small to medium-sized rock obstacles that have eroded out of the hillside. The descending section could also be quite slippery in the wetter months.

Technical Rating

2

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Shintaro Andrew
Feb 07, 2026
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It was just well maintained gravel road, until at the end where the road descends to the river. Pretty high & exposed in couple spots.

Starvation Lane River Access Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • Single Track
  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

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