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Rimrock Springs Wildlife Management Area

An Oasis in the High Desert

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Grab your binoculars and hit the trail. In the midst of the arid high desert of Central Oregon, a wetland environment of ponds and springs invades the characteristic juniper-sagebrush steppe, creating an oasis in the high desert.

A 1.5 mile trail leads to two observation decks, one of which is barrier-free. The remainder of the trail loops up around the hilltop for panoramic views of the Cascade range.

Rimrock Springs Wildlife Management Area is adjacent to Highway 26, about 10 miles south of Madras and 17 miles north of Prineville.

Location: Crooked River Natl Grassland, 155 N Court, PO Box 687, Prineville Oregon 97754 Telephone 541-447-9640

Other Wildlife Viewing nearby:
(Bend) Battle Creek Outfitters
(Bend) Blackwater Company
(Bend) Blue Sky Veterinary Clinic
(Sunriver) Cascade Guides and Outfitters
(Prineville) Centerfire Outfitters Inc.
(Sisters) Destination Wilderness


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06/08 Coming to The Prineville area
John Scharff Migratory Bird Festival Burns OR April11-14 Enjoy witnessing the spectacular spring migration in the Harney Basin of southeast Oregon. View thousands of migratory birds, from waterfowl and songbirds to raptors and cranes.
Columbia Gorge Wine and Pear Fest Hood River OR May18-19 Start off the weekend with friends and fun featuring Columbia Gorge wineries and eateries. Highlights include entertainment, live music, wine tasting, great food, fruit exhibits with samples, and local artisans.
Gorge Blues and Brews Festival Stevenson WA June21-22 Fine collection of local craft brews and local wines, a multitude of phenomenal foods, and great blues music, while benefiting local charities in the Columbia Gorge.
Columbia Gorge Bluegrass Festival Stevenson WA June25-28 Amazing talent, workshops, instrument contests and raffle, fine craft and food vendors, a merry beer garden, and nightly dances.
The Oregon Jamboree Sweet Home OR August2-4 Located in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, the the Oregon Jamboree has 2 stages, 22 shows, 1 sweet weekend.
Huckleberry Festival Bingen WA September6-8 Music, parade, kids games, entertainment.