Steens Mountain Back Country Byway
Visitor Services
| Service | Description | Service | Description |
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Fees No fees along the byway itself. |
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Camping There are campsites on the byway. |
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Special Considerations
Categorized as a Type I Back Country Byway, this route is easily navigated by most passenger vehicles, with 56 miles of gravel and 10 miles of paved road. Portions of the road can be rough and require high clearance vehicles.
Restrictions
The road may be closed in early fall due to inclement weather.
Seasons
- Best Time to Drive
The changing colors and views provided by the height of the mountain make any time during the late spring, summer and early fall a perfect time to drive.
Road Conditions
- To find up to date information about the road conditions along Steens Mountain Back Country Byway, please visit the FHWA listing of web sites for more information.
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