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Deadman Canyon Trailhead
Located near Fish Lake Campground, Deadman Canyon Trailhead is a moderately used access point into the southeast side of the Eagle Cap Wilderness and Wallowa Mountains. The site has horse loading and holding facilities, and a day use area. Access to Deadman Trail #1869.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Current Conditions |
|---|---|
| Reservations: | This site is not reservable. |
| Area Amenities: | Accessible, Picnic tables, Toilets, Parking |
| Fees: | No fee required. |
| Permit Info: | All visitors to the Eagle Cap Wilderness must obtain a Wilderness Visitor Permit before entering the area. Only one permit is required per group and there is no fee for the permits. Registration and Permit boxes are located at each trailhead near the information board. The permits are self-issued. |
| Open Season: | May |
| Usage: | Light |
| Restrictions: | General rules of use and restrictions apply for this developed recreation site. Wilderness Regulations apply within Eagle Cap Wildernes.
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| Closest Towns: | Halfway, Oregon (21 miles) |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | Vault Toilet |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Pine Ranger District or Whitman Ranger District |
General Information
Directions:From Halfway, Oregon travel north on the Cornucopia Highway to the Fish Lake Road and take a right; On the Fish Lake Road go 3.5 miles to the Clear Creek Road and turn left; Travel 16.5 miles on the Clear Creek Road (becomes Forest Road 66) and past the Fish Lake Campground road turnoff to Forest Road 410; Turn left on Forest Road 410 and go about 0.3 miles to the end of this road. The trailhead has upper and lower parking areas.
To get to Halfway from Baker City, Oregon travel north on Interstate 84 for about 1.5 miles and turn east on State Highway 86 and travel 54 miles to Halfway.
Activities
Day Hiking
Trails #1867 and 1869 begin at trailhead.
Backpacking
Trails #1867 and 1869 begin at trailhead.
Horse Riding
Stock loading ramp, and holding facilities at site.
Picnicking
Amenities
| Picnic tables: | 2 at site |
|---|---|
| Parking: | Trailer and RV |
| Toilets: | Accessible vault |
| Accessible: | Toilet and parking area |