Joaquin Miller Trail #219
The trail leads through a scenic grove of old growth ponderosa pine located on a bench approximately 2 miles from the trailhead. Joaquin Miller Trail is a great starting point to explore the wilderness, connecting with other trails for a short day hike or multiday backpacking trip. Visitors can connect with East Fork Canyon Creek Trail #211, Canyon Mountain Trail #218 that leads to Pine Creek Trail #201 which travels through Wild Cat Basin and over to Roads End Trailhead. This trailhead connects to many more trails that lead to more popular destinations like Strawberry and High Lakes.
General Information
Wilderness Regulations apply. Motorized and mountain bike use prohibited.
Getting There
Directions
From John Day, OR., travel south on US Highway 395 to the junction with County Road 65. Follow County Road 65 south for approximately 4 miles to the junction with Forest Road 6510. Turn left onto Forest Road 6510, the trailhead is at the end of the road.
