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High Desert Discovery Scenic Byway

September 21, 2011
Far off the beaten path, this 127-mile/204-kilometer eastern byway ventures out among Steens Mountain and the Alvord Desert, linking to three other tour routes for an austere and awe-inspiring look at Oregon’s Wild West. More
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Hells Canyon Scenic Byway

America’s deepest river gorge, Hells Canyon, and “Little Switzerland,” the Wallowa Mountains, star on this 208-mile/335-kilometer horseshoe route through the state’s northeast corner, the rich ancestral homeland of the Nez Perce tribe. More
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Elkhorn Drive Scenic Byway

Scissor-sharp peaks and ridges define the Elkhorn Mountains of Northeast Oregon, where gold-mining boomtowns have given way to a mother lode of natural beauty on this 106-mile/171-kilometer tour. More
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East Steens Tour Route

From an expansive sunbaked playa to a mile-high escarpment, this 143-mile/230-kilometer tour highlights the extremes of southeast Oregon’s basin and range country. Combine it with the High Desert Discovery Scenic Byway to form a loop. More
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Diamond Loop Tour Route

This 145-mile/233-kilometer route “cuts the corner” of Interstate 84 in northeast Oregon, leading through ranching communities up into the forests and wilderness areas of the Blue Mountains. More
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Blue Mountain Scenic Byway

Back through pioneer history, up through the incredible scenery. An alternative to I-84 for east-west travelers between Arlington and Baker City. Charming towns dot the route, and outdoor recreational opportunities abound along the eastern leg. More
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Pacific Coast Scenic Byway

Oregon’s Pacific coastline stretches for 363 magnificent miles/584 kilometers — and this world-class route traces it from border to border. A landmark state law ensures every inch of it is open to the public. Welcome to The People’s Coast! More
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Charleston to Bandon Tour Route

Like a tiny tide pool brimming with life, this short 41-mile/66- kilometer route off the Pacific Coast Scenic Byway packs a lot of natural wonders into a concentrated coastal area. More
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McKenzie Pass-Santiam Pass Scenic Byway

High-mountain lava fields, snowy volcanic peaks and panoramic Cascade-pass views present a striking world of contrasts on this 82-mile/132-kilometer loop route northwest of Bend. More
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Cape Arago Beach Loop

The Cape Arago Beach Loop explores 3 state parks, the largest haul-out of seals and sea lions on the Oregon Coast as well as breathtaking vantage points. The drive itself does not take long, but save some time to soak in the natural beauty. Driving Directions: From Hwy 101, head west on Newmark Avenue (just… More
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