Oregon BDR Section 2

Plush has food, drinks, and a gas pump—amenities that you’ll need before starting Section 2. Be sure to check for hours of operation before you arrive. Not far from Plush the fun factor kicks in as the route ascends into the Coyote Hills. Riders will encounter a long straight powerline road that goes north and leads to Highway 395 at the upper end of Lake Abert—an alkali lake that is mostly dry in late summer. After crossing the highway, the gravel roads are in good shape for a stretch, but eventually the track deteriorates into rocky sections that demand careful line selection to avoid flat tires. Be mindful, there is an arched cattle guard that could prove dangerous if taken at speed. In addition, there are a few barbed wire ranch gates throughout this section, please close after you ride through. The terrain remains this way for over 40 miles, so take your time and hydrate along the way. Eventually the route descends into Fandango Canyon and takes you to the rural town of Christmas Valley which has a more complete selection of services.

Learn more about the Oregon Backcountry Discovery Route and download free GPS tracks at www.RideBDR.com/ORBDR.

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About Backcountry Discovery Routes:
Backcountry Discovery Routes® (BDR®) is a non-profit organization that creates off-highway routes for dual-sport and adventure motorcycle travel. We have introduced a new route with free GPS tracks for the community every year since 2010.

Our work includes rider education, safety campaigns and promoting responsible travel for motorcyclists traveling in the backcountry.

Our volunteer-powered organization works with agencies and land managers to keep trails and remote roads open for motorcycling.

Each route generates new tourism that delivers sustainable economic relief to less-advantaged rural communities. This creates local stakeholders who will help fight to keep access for dual-sport and adventure motorcycles in these incredible backcountry areas.

[jimf]

A lot of this route is gonna be snowed in until mid July. Some parts could see fresh snow in June. Lots of snow this year.

[mattbillenstein]

Could I get Ron West to record my message for my answering machine? ;)