CENTRAL SOUTHEAST
F E A T U R E D
A T T R A C T I O N S
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FREMONT NATIONAL FOREST
The Fremont National Forest, located in western Lake and eastern Klamath counties, was founded in 1908. It consists of over
one-million acres, 113,800 of which is Lodgepole Pine forests.
The area is a popular spot for hiking, biking, horseback riding,
camping, boating, hunting, and fishing. The Fremont National Recreation Trail runs 50 miles northwest-southeast between
Government Harvey Pass and Cox Pass in the forest.
GEARHART MOUNTAIN WILDERNESS
This wilderness area, located within the Fremont National
Forest, was established in 1943. The area consists of about 20
miles of trails, including the popular Gearhart Mountain Trail.
Hiking, camping, swimming, and fishing are among the many
outdoor adventures for visitors.
GOOSE LAKE STATE RECREATION AREA
This green and shady lakeside destination along the Oregon-California state line is a popular wildlife viewing destination and boating access point. Throughout much of the year a
large herd of mule deer can be seen throughout the park. The
recreation area is open from April 10 to October. Amenities include showers, grassy areas suitable for tents, paved sites, fireplaces, a dump station, electrical hookups, and telephone.
HART MOUNTAIN NATIONAL ANTELOPE REFUGE
This refuge protects more than 300 species of wildlife within a
422-square-mile range. Created in 1936, this is one of the largest
wildlife habitats. The area supports a diverse wildlife population
that includes 239 species of birds, 42 mammals, and at least eight
species of reptile. Not surprisingly, wildlife photography is among
the area’s most popular activities, along with hiking and backpacking.
MALHEUR NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE
Roughly 30 miles south of Burns is the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge. Named for an early pioneer, the area is home to over
300 species of birds and 58 mammals. The refuge is split by the
Donner und Blitzen River, which flows northward through the
middle of the refuge. The land is popular among bird watchers,
hikers, and fisherman.
HOTEL DIAMOND
Let the Hotel Diamond become your
own special getaway in central Oregon’s
high desert. Few places have escaped
commercialization and tourism like
Diamond, which lies at the base of the
breathtaking Steens Mountains in the
heart of country rich with the history of
settlers, Native Americans, sheep herders
and cattle barons. Come experience the
vast beauty of Harney County – Oregon’s own outback.
Hotel Diamond makes retreats, receptions, meetings and reunions memorable and gives new meaning to the words
“base camp” for sportsmen. At the end
of a day spent viewing birds and wildlife and enjoying a full meal, relax on
the screened veranda with a glass of wine
or cup of coffee and listen to the night
sounds before retiring to your comfortable room. Each of the three bedrooms
downstairs with queen beds and private
baths and the five upstairs bedrooms
sharing tow baths is decorated in unique
ranch style with antique furnishings,
quilts, photographs and art.
Start your day with a continental breakfast prepared by Gretchen, David and
Shirley, your hosts, who add a special
touch to hearty homestyle meals that
would charm the most critical gourmet.
For reservations
or for more information,
call (541) 493-1898
or visit www.historichoteldiamond.com
all the comforts of home and more~
Experience the vast beauty of Harney
County - Oregon’s own outback.
49130 Main Street, Diamond, Oregon 97722
(541) 493-1898
www.historichoteldiamond.com
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