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The Best Hiking in Joseph

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Top hiking spots in and near Joseph

  • Joseph, Oregon

    Iwetemlaykin Heritage Trail

    1.89 mi / 226 ft gain
    Iwetemlaykin Heritage Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake and is good for all skill levels located near Joseph, Oregon.
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  • Joseph, Oregon

    Backpack the Hurricane Creek Trail

    5.0
    24 mi / 3200 ft gain
    This very gradual, easy trail that ends at the Lakes Basin, which is comprised of many lakes such as Mirror Lake, Sunshine Lake, and Moccasin Lake. These lakes can also be accessed by the Two Pan Trailhead, which is a shorter, but steeper hike.There is also a great side hike about a quarter of a ...
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  • Joseph, Oregon

    Echo Lake via Hurricane Creek Trail

    14.53 mi / 3606 ft gain
    Echo Lake via Hurricane Creek Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Joseph, Oregon.
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  • Joseph, Oregon

    Hike East Peak in the Wallowa Mountains

    4.0
    2 mi / 1230 ft gain
    The Wallowa Mountains are one of the Seven Wonders of Oregon – and rightfully so. Also dubbed the “Oregon Alps,” this range has over 30 mountains over 9,000 ft. in elevation. While Central Oregon gets more visitors and credit for its massive volcanoes, the Wallowas are a truly stunning sight and ...
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  • 59782 Wallowa Lake Highway, Oregon

    Hike to the Matterhorn in the Wallowas

    23 mi / 5000 ft gain
    This adventure shares the first 9 miles with the Ice Lake adventure, and only once you reach Ice Lake does the trail for the Matterhorn begin.  From Ice Lake, this hike will travel about 2.2 miles to reach the top of the Matterhorn and gain about 2,000 vertical feet to reach the summit at 9,826 f...
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  • Joseph, Oregon

    Ice Lake Trail

    15.64 mi / 3504 ft gain
    Ice Lake Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Joseph, Oregon.
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  • Joseph, Oregon

    Lakes Basin Loop and Eagle Cap Summit

    32.87 mi / 6604 ft gain
    The Location: With 360,000+ acres and 534 miles of trails, the Eagle Cap Wilderness is Oregon’s largest wilderness area. With rugged terrain similar to the nearby Sawtooth’s and distant Trinity Alps, this park's options for adventure are endless. This wilderness area is pristine despite its high ...
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  • Joseph, Oregon

    West Fork Trail to Lakes Basin Trail to Trail 1810A Loop

    24.28 mi / 3944 ft gain
    West Fork Trail to Lakes Basin Trail to Trail 1810A Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Joseph, Oregon.
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  • Joseph, Oregon

    Backpack to Ice Lake in the Wallowas

    5.0
    18 mi / 3380 ft gain
    Starting at the end of Wallowa lake, this 18 mile roundtrip hike begins at 4,520' and remains pretty mellow over the first 2.5 miles. Total elevation gain of the hike is about 3380', ending at the Ice Lake which sits at 7,900'. Following the West-Fork Wallowa river trail 1820 for about 2 miles, u...
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  • Joseph, Oregon

    Backpack Wallowa River Loop

    51 mi / 11400 ft gain
    This trip begins at the Wallowa Lake Trailhead at the south end of the lake. Permits are free and self-issued at the trailhead. Parking is also free!Follow the West Fork Wallowa Trail (#1820) for 3.1 miles until you reach Ice Lake Trail (#1808). Take a right on 1808 if you want to do the Ice Lake...
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  • Joseph, Oregon

    Wallowa Tramway Summit Trails

    1.09 mi / 171 ft gain
    Wallowa Tramway Summit Trails is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Joseph, Oregon.
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  • Enterprise, Oregon

    Swamp Lake via Minam Lake Trail and Copper Trail

    18.1 mi / 3770 ft gain
    Swamp Lake via Minam Lake Trail and Copper Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Lostine, Oregon.
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  • 59866 Upper Lostine Road, Oregon

    Minam Lake Trail to Copper Trail and Sky Lake Loop

    32.1 mi / 7674 ft gain
    Minam Lake Trail to Copper Trail and Sky Lake Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Lostine, Oregon.
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  • 59866 Upper Lostine Road, Oregon

    Blue Lake via Minam Lake Trail

    14.55 mi / 2349 ft gain
    Blue Lake via Minam Lake Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Enterprise, Oregon.
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  • Enterprise, Oregon

    Lakes Basin via East Fork Lostine Trail

    17.82 mi / 2648 ft gain
    Lakes Basin via East Fork Lostine Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Lostine, Oregon.
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  • 59866 Upper Lostine Road, Oregon

    Minam Lake and Blue Lake

    14.41 mi / 2349 ft gain
    Minam Lake and Blue Lake Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Enterprise, Oregon.
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