Wander the West: Wildhorse Lake Trail

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Area: Steens Mountain   

State: Oregon    Elevation: 9,520 ft

Lat: 42.62878059*   Long: -118.5890007*

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What's Near Wildhorse Lake Trail?
(miles) 10 20 30 40 50

Getting There

Just past Frenchglen, turn left onto the Steens Mountain Loop Road. Travel approximately 25 miles on the Loop Road before coming to a 3 way road junction affectionally know as 'the Turkey Foot.' At the Turkey Foot, STAY STRAIGHT to head to the Steens Summit Trailhead parking [also the parking area for the Wildhorse Lake Overlook Road], about 2 miles ahead. [A left turn at the Turkey Foot will take you to the East Rim Overlook a right turn at the Turkey Foot will continue along the Steens Loop Road toward South Steens Campground.] Follow the trail 1/4 mile to Wildhorse Lake Overlook and continue your journey down to the water.

Wildhorse Lake Trail

    Wildhorse Lake - Steens Mountain - Photo by DirtyDog

Member Comments

DirtyDog Icon

06 May 2010 - 10:30 PM
This is a great hike that starts near the summit of Eastern Oregon's grandest mountain - the mighty Steens! The trail is a tough, steep hike but the views and lake make it well worth the effort.

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07 May 2010 - 02:56 AM
Yes, carry your fly rod with you and catch a few cutthroat trout from this neat little alpine lake. We enjoyed walking further down the gorge just to get a feel of the vastness of this area. Spectacular.
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