Murray Saddle
Usa, north-america
N/A
2,150 m
moderate
Year-round
Okay, adventurers, listen up! I just discovered this crazy awesome mountain pass called Murray Saddle, chilling way up high in Wallowa County, Oregon. We're talking 7,054 feet above sea level, people!
The road to get there? It's called Lime Quarry Road, and let me tell you, it's gravel all the way. Seriously, bring your 4x4. Trust me on this.
But the real reward? Getting to Lava Point Overlook. I'm telling you, sunset views from up there are absolutely unreal! Plus, you get to cross the Situk River on the Nine Mile Bridge, which is pretty cool too. This whole drive is seriously unforgettable.
Road Details
- Country
- Usa
- Continent
- north-america
- Max Elevation
- 2,150 m
- Difficulty
- moderate
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