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John Day River
The pungent smell of sagebrush brought a smile to my face, and conjured up many memories of my youth.
Cottonwood Canyon State Park sits in a deep canyon of the John Day River, one of our nation’s longest free-flowing rivers.
Indra Swallowtail Butterfly
The park has 8,000-plus acres for hiking, fishing and exploring the interesting landscape.
The Pinnacles Trail follows the west side of the John Day River downstream for approximately 4 1/2 miles. But, this day in late April a trail closure occurred at 3 1/2 miles due to nesting activities of golden eagles.
The changing light on the tall, basalt cliffs kept me entertained for the four-hour outing.
A great place to visit.
Fishermen dwarfed by the high cliffs
White-crowned Sparrows
Looking down the John Day River
Monkeyflower, Cluster Lily and Butter-and-eggs
Basalt cliffs
Salsify and Thelypodium
Trail on east side of John Day River
Oh how I enjoyed this hike along the John Day River, John. I have never heard of this river, but I found it so beautiful with those majestic basalt cliffs. Lovely to see the white-crowned sparrows and various wildflowers too. Thanks so much.