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BLM Owyhee Wild and Scenic River

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BLM Owyhee Wild and Scenic River offers camping near Vale, Oregon, surrounded by rugged terrain with canyons and river landscapes. Temperatures can range from highs in the 90s during summer to lows in the 20s in winter. Nearby attractions include the Owyhee River for rafting and fishing, as well as hiking opportunities in the Owyhee Canyonlands.

Description

Bureau of Land Management

BLM Land — Vale Malheur Field Office

This wild river corridor flows through southeastern Oregon from the Idaho/Oregon state line to Owyhee Reservoir. (It excludes the Rome Valley, which is a ranching and agricultural area.) Explore this National Wild and Scenic River by floating some of its 120 miles through rugged, spectacular canyonlands and ash flows. The river was included in the National Wild and Scenic River System in 1984 because of its outstanding scenic, recreational, geologic, wildlife, and cultural values.

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Location

BLM Owyhee Wild and Scenic River is located in Oregon

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Directions

From Rome, Oregon: Head east 0.3 miles on US Highway 95 over the Owyhee River, and turn right (south) on the first graveled road. Proceed another 0.3 miles to the Rome Launch Site.

Coordinates

42.83613 N
117.6212 W

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Reviewed May. 19, 2023

Crowded-Mainly Boat Launch

This is on the same river as the Rome Launch site.Saw a couple spots that could be campsites but it was way crowded with all the boaters parking everywhere I think there might be other campsites further down the river but I can't seem to figure out how to them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the elevation of BLM Owyhee Wild and Scenic River?

BLM Owyhee Wild and Scenic River is located at 3383 feet.

Is there cell phone reception at BLM Owyhee Wild and Scenic River?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is no coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and no coverage for Verizon.