Nearly one mile of visible Oregon Trail ruts are located on 320 acres of public lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management. A half mile hiking path with an overlook provides viewing of the wagon ruts and abundant local wildlife. In this designated Area of Critical Environmental Concern, the Oregon Trail and cultural resources are protected by law. Access is 5.5 miles west of Echo, where you turn north from Highway 320 onto a gravel road. Proceed 1.2 mile to entrance and parking area. No sanitary facilities or water. Closed to all off road vehicles beyond parking lot. A kiosk houses interpretive panels with Oregon Trail information. |