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Shelf Trail
Oregon
Oregon
Free — you'll pick up right here.
0.7 mi
Distance
410 ft
Gain
No verdict for this trail
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What we do know
Inside Ochoco National Forest
2 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.
Boundary data
What's missing
No access route mapped
We don't yet know which road reaches this trailhead, so we can't tell you if it's gated.
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Why you'll love it
Quick trip — under 2 mi
Out & back
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Shelf Trail
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 0.7 mi
- Elevation gain
- 410 ft
- Elevation loss
- 410 ft
- Highest point
- 2,573 ft
- Lowest point
- 2,259 ft
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Directions & GPX
Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Bureau of Land Management
- Bikes
- no
About this trail
Shelf Trail is an out-and-back hike that traverses scenic terrain in Oregon's backcountry. This trail offers hikers a chance to explore a distinctive shelf formation with panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The well-defined path provides a rewarding day hike experience through varied terrain.
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