Bureau of Land Management
Prineville District
3050 Northeast 3rd
Post Office Box 550
Prineville, Oregon 97754 |
Ochoco National Forest
3160 Northeast 3rd
Post Office Box 490
Prineville, Oregon 97754 |
 Designated Reach: October 28, 1988. From its source at Williams Prairie to one mile from its confluence with the Crooked River.
Classification/Mileage: Wild — 12.2 miles; Scenic — 8.2 miles; Recreational — 13.3 miles; Total — 33.7 miles.
The North Fork Crooked Wild and Scenic River is known for beautiful scenery. From its source at Williams Prairie, the river flows freely through wet meadows and prairies surrounded by old-growth ponderosa pine forests. Downstream from the river's confluence with Deep Creek the landscape elements include steep-sided volcanic canyons interspered with old-growth ponderosa pine forests and riparian meadows. The canyon sections of the river provide relatively pristine opportunities for fishing, hiking, hunting, and other semi-primitive experiences. The remoteness, solitude, natural beauty and a wide variety of flora and fauna contribute to the recreation values.
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