Outback Scenic Byway

State: Oregon
Length: 170.0 mi / 273.6 km
Time to Allow: Four hours to drive this byway

"Outback" refers to land with a natural ruggedness. Though people come here seeking independence, they know each other's first names. Community is paramount. Jonathan Nicholas, publisher of the Oregonian, said it is "a star-spangled landscape of marsh and mountain, of reflection and rim rock, of seamless vistas and sage-scented dreams."

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  • Lava and Landmarks along the Outback Scenic Byway

    Lava and Landmarks along the Outback Scenic Byway

    Published on Jul 1, 2009

    Transitioning from forests and lakes to sagebrush and desert, the Outback Scenic Byway offers an awe-inspiring view of the diverse nature and landscapes of southern Oregon. Round up the family and head out on this resplendent northwestern drive for an unforgettable encounter with nature.

  • Otherwordly Landscapes Along the Outback

    Otherwordly Landscapes Along the Outback

    Published on Mar 15, 2005

    Would you ever live in the summit of an active volcano? 10,000 years ago a group of Native Americans chose Newberry Crater as their home, and now you can drive through the crater and see why they chose this pinnacle high above the ground. Pathways made of miles of glowing basalt and obsidian flows make up the structure of the summit, making the Newberry National Volcanic National Monument one of the most outstanding geological features in central Oregon.

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  • Oregon`s Outback Must See Tour

    1-Day Trip: Oregon`s Outback Must See Tour
    (Oregon)

    Full of unique oddities of nature and beautiful scenery, a trip along the Outback Scenic Byway will be a memorable experience.