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Ochoco National Forest & Crooked River National Grassland
4.8 ★★★★★ 761 Google reviews · Running trail in Prineville, Oregon · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Ochoco National Forest & Crooked River National Grassland's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Scenic area with mountains & pine forests, plus camping, fishing, hiking, rock-collecting & more.
What runners say about Ochoco National Forest & Crooked River National Grassland
“Thank you so much for allowing us to celebrate the eclipse in this beautiful location.”
“Quiet, peaceful not like the Portland Oregon hikes where there's a bunch of garbage and people”
Living in Prineville, I try to drive up into the forest any chance I get. Lots to explore, good roads and forestry roads and trails. Lots of campsites.
This part of Oregon is amazing. The landscape is covered with miles of Columbia river basalt and rhyolite. Rolling hills, deep canyons, and some of the coolest terrain in the nation.
Quiet, peaceful not like the Portland Oregon hikes where there's a bunch of garbage and people
Hundreds of miles of trails devoid of traffic, me and my KTM 350 loved it here!
Trail conditions & character
“Thank you so much for allowing us to celebrate the eclipse in this beautiful location.”
“Quiet, peaceful not like the Portland Oregon hikes where there's a bunch of garbage and people”
Plan your run at Ochoco National Forest & Crooked River National Grassland
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- Websitefs.usda.gov
- Phone+1 541-416-6500
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