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The most visually stunning of the accessible gorges in the Steens Mountain area. Home to a wonderful campsite among cottonwood trees. Longer option to headwall.
The gorges of the Steens Mountain region are among its most defining characteristics. Carved by snow and glaciers, these massive chasms are 2,000 feet deep and over time have become incubators for trees, wildlife, and even a few small trout. Big Indian is the most impressive of the accessible gorges and popular among hikers, backpackers, and equestrians. Those seeking an easy day hike often stop at a large rock that provides an impressive view into the canyon, while backpackers head for Cottonwood Camp.
Adventure seekers occasionally travel all the way to the canyon’s headwall, where hidden waterfalls can be found. Some even scramble 2,000 feet up the headwall cliffs into Wildhorse Lake basin.
