Malheur National Forest

The diverse and beautiful scenery of Malheur National Forest includes high desert grasslands, sage and juniper, pine, fir and other tree species, and the hidden gems of alpine lakes and meadows.


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Photo credit: USDA Forest Service

Welcome to Malheur National Forest! The 1.7 million acre Malheur National Forest is located in the Blue Mountains of Eastern Oregon. The diverse and beautiful scenery of the forest includes high desert grasslands, sage and juniper, pine, fir and other tree species, and the hidden gems of alpine lakes and meadows. Elevations vary from about 4000 feet (1200 meters) to the 9038 foot (2754 meters) top of Strawberry Mountain. The Strawberry Mountain Range extends east to west through the center of the forest.

https://www.fs.usda.gov/malheur

Wilderness Areas/Wild & Scenic Rivers

Monument Rock Wilderness - At the southernmost edge of the Blue Mountains, this area's alpine, once-glaciated ridges offer views across much of eastern Oregon.

Strawberry Mountain Wilderness - This area has extremely diverse ecological makeup. Five of the seven major life zones in North America can be found here.

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