Oregon's Unusual and Amazing Steens Mountain!
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- čas přidán 20. 11. 2023
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@sagebrushcountry traverses Steens Mountain in Southeast Oregon. You can drive to the top of Steens Mountain on a 52-mile loop road, which reaches an elevation of 9,700 feet, making it the highest road in Oregon! Steens Mountain has no Pine for Fir forests, so vista's are amazing, including tremondous views of 5 glaciated gorges. I'll show you the plants, animals and landscapes - come and ride along! For more info on Aspen stands, watch my video on the Pando Aspen Clone • Central Utah's Pando A...
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Great video! I love the kyger! Keep those adventures coming!
Thanks! Will do!
That was a really pretty paint. Nice looking buckskins too.
I think that’s the first paint I ever recall, seeing in wild horses, so that was unusual..
Thank you for showcasing the beautiful scenery of Oregon. I’m from Australia and love driving Arizona and Utah. Oregon’s definitely on my next trip!
Glad you liked it, thanks for the feedback. I would also add Idaho to your list if you’re in the Oregon area. Your beautiful country is on my future list as well…. 😎
Early August on the Steen's is prime scenery, very abundant wildflowers,and the spring ticks are mostly gone, the entire Steens mtn loop road usually doesn't open until July, Fish lake campground is usually open by June.
Adding a few comments over time regarding my love of Steens Mtn. & it’s amazing variety of landscape has certainly brought forth a huge array of informative articles, however the areas relative isolation I hope will not bring forth a deluge of tourists, if it has not already. Steens Mtn, though, is perhaps, by its very nature, not a big vacation choice for many & personally I hope it remains this way. It’s unique & I presume, still relatively untouched beauty may limit its mass appeal & its very location, distance from large cities, & few accommodations may keep the number of visitors limited. Do not get me wrong here. ANYONE who can appreciate this area & treat it respectively should be welcome there & I, myself living abroad have not visited this wonderful area since 2007 & I really hope to make it there in 2005. I hope to find Steens Mtn. as I remember it & that those who visit will honor it fully.
I really appreciate you taking the time to comment. You’ve struck on a bit of a dilemma that I face. Showing off these more remote areas, can risk ruining the very thing (solitude) that makes them attractive. I’ve concluded we now live in an information rich age, and information about these areas will increase. So the best thing I can do is overview them with dignity and respect and introduce them in a way to encourage respectful visits. The bottom line is, living in a democracy, people need to be aware of these places to ensure the political will stays in place to take care of them……
nice production - informative, good views, good pace, didn't get too dry on the facts. Beautiful area!
Really appreciate your feedback, that’s what I’m angling for……
Looks like a neat place!
It is…Saw it for the first time about 20 years ago, have always wanted to get back….
What a gem! Was up there right after the first snowfall so everything looked fantastic. It is a long way from anywhere so it takes a real commitment to see it.
It is out-of-the-way, which has been part of the charm for me over the years. Would be fun to see with some snow on it…..😎 thanks for the comment
Thanks for another great video...and another of our destinations for the summer.
Thanks for watching! I don’t think you’ll be disappointed making the trip out there…..😊
Thanks for the trip, and the foliage lessons Collin!
You bet!
I love your video! Thanks.
Thanks for telling me!
I've played in the Owyhees for over 20 years, but I've never made it to the Steens. I'm making the trek this year and wanted to thank you for your peek at the area. Now I just have to figure out the best way to get there from the East side, I'll be coming from Idaho.
Thanks for watching! Most straightforward is to drive to Burns and then go south to French glen. The two main gravel roads to the top of the Steens all go in from the West side, with the primary gravel road near French glen. That said, if you have time go around the southern end and explore the east side. More remote but cool stuff to see like Alvord playa (you can drive on it).
@@sagebrushcountry about 20 yrs ago i went up there , entering the back way (south) which at that time was a slow windy road....was having a blast , til i got to the top , and there was a foot race of some kind , with people in silly costumes , roadblocks , and way too much noise...it kinda spoiled it for me , and i've never gone back....
my loss , i know , but i go out for the isolation , and masses of people with toys and such make me crazy......
probably best to time a trip in early fall. it's isolated enough that the foolish civilians won't be there to spoil the view
@@gaylandbarney2231 Wow, that does sound disappointing, I don't blame you. I think your early fall strategy will work great - that's when I was there....after the summer crowds and before hunting seasons. It's worth another try.....
I love oregon ! I’ve lived here my whole life 🌲
It’s a beautiful state!
Great video! Was there any fish in Fish Lake?
Probably, but unfortunately never had a chance to check😊
Thank you for making this post, now it'll be as crowded as the other great places, with tons of wondering idiots... Good job exposing such a place ...
Sorry you feel that way….
@@sagebrushcountry Do not be sorry for me, be sorry for the beautiful place that would be overrun with herds of people, nature will be destroyed... Good job! Keep posting...