Wallowa Mountains (Eagle Cap Wilderness)
Granite peaks, glacial lakes, and marble ridges rising 5,000 ft above the Hells Canyon rimrock — the 'Alps of Oregon'.
Where on earth
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- Region
- Oregon, USA
- Country
- United States
- Biome
- Alpine granite (2,000–3,000 m)
- Best season
- July – September
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Climbing
- Desert Hiking
- Canyoneering
- Canoeing
- Fishing
Key takeaways
- Biome: Alpine granite (2,000–3,000 m)
- Best season: July – September
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
Granite peaks, glacial lakes, and marble ridges rising 5,000 ft above the Hells Canyon rimrock — the 'Alps of Oregon'.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: July – September
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Alpine granite (2,000–3,000 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
United States
Biome
Alpine granite (2,000–3,000 m)
Difficulty
moderate
