Anderson Crossing

This is a self-supported 4 days, 3-night car camping/over-landing trip. We will meet in Jordan Valley and caravan to the camp area at Anderson Crossing. We will camp at the same location for 3 nights.

Anderson Crossing is one of the most remote camping locations in the Owyhee region. Not many people visit this part of Oregon. We want to get people into this remote area of Oregon to appreciate the solitude of the Owyhee. While we are there we will explore and learn about the area, do some monitoring of Wilderness Study Areas for the BLM, and clean up any trash around Anderson Crossing. Dogs not recommended!

Anderson Crossing is one of the most remote BLM camp areas in Oregon. This is primitive camping with no pit toilet. 33 miles to the nearest Paved Road. Great open area for enjoys night skies with no light pollution. The area is surrounded by Wilderness Study Areas, which could soon be Wilderness in the near future. This area is one of the largest sage grouse focal areas that encompass this area as well.

What to Expect: High clearance 4WD vehicle w/ a full spare required. Entry is via minimally maintained, rough dirt roads. Off-trail, steep foot excursions that may be warm and strenuous over intermediate level hiking terrain. This is our most remote trip. Dogs are not permitted on this trip.

Note: Weather-related issues could be a challenge. If we have a lot of moisture the week before the trip could be moved or canceled.

• Great views of Oregon’s High Desert
• Wildflowers
• Great Wildlife Viewing
• Roads are rough. Need Higher clearance vehicle with good tires and have a full-size spare.
• Dark Night Skys. Great way to experience the desert.
• Weather

Thursday, May 13: Meet in McDermitt at Quinn River Market. At 1 pm Mountain Time/12 pm Pacific Time. We will top off our fuel then head north 15 miles on Highway 95. Then we will drive 33 miles of well-maintained Gravel Roads to Anderson Crossing. We will have a deep water crossing on the way, so we need clearance. I suggest bringing along 3-5 gallons of Gas in a DOT-approved canister since we are so remote.

Friday, May 14: We head out over and explore Antelope Creek Canyon. We will make time to do some wilderness Study area monitoring and clean up any trash found.

Saturday, May 15: We have options we will discuss at camp. This trip is to explore the area and let people see a part of Oregon they don’t normally go to. We will make time to do some wilderness Study area monitoring and clean up any trash found.

Sunday, May 16: Slow morning and enjoy camp. Pack up by noon and start driving back. We will stay together till Jordan Valley or McDermitt depending on route out. We may discuss driving out a different way.

We will be camping at Anderson Crossing on the West Little Owyhee River. A Wild and Scenic River. No Pit Toilet, no potable water. Can filter water from the stream. Camping is free.

Here is a suggested gear list for the trip: Must carry items in BOLD

• Full-Size Spare Tire (make sure it is not flat), make sure your tires are in decent shape
• Tire plugs (you can get these at Wal-Mart, any auto supply, or Amazon)
• Binoculars (Bird Watching/Wildlife)
• Daypack
• Shelter (tarp or tent, stakes, ground cloth)
• Sleeping pad
• Sleeping bag
• Headlamp
• 3-5 Gallons of Water
• Water filter
• Water bottles (4-6 liter capacity)
• Stove & fuel
• Cooking pot/utensils/knife
• Food: 3 breakfast, 4 lunch, 3 dinner, snacks/treats
• Backcountry toilet kit (tp, ziplock for waste, trowel, hand sanitizer)
• Toothbrush/toothpaste
• Sunscreen/chap-stick
• Baby wipes (so great for cleaning up!)
• Hiking boots/trail shoes
• Camp shoes (optional)
• Hiking clothes
• Camp clothes (we don’t care how dirty you are, consider one change of clothes for camp, and one pair of clothes for hiking)
• Socks
• Sun hat
• Sun-glasses
• Rain jacket
• Insulating jacket
• Warm hat/gloves
• Hiking poles (optional)
• Camera/phone
• Prescription medications

You are reasonable for your transportation to and from as well as your own food.

Friends of the Owyhee provide excellent guidance in the field, and several group camp items to make things more comfortable (firewood, table, shade/rain tarp, etc.).

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

Participants must be10 or older given remote location and rough terrain

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Tim Davis: [email protected] (541) 212-1907

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, using this site makes sign up much easier to keep track of signups

Can I bring my Camper?

Due to the route, a river ford, and remotness it is not advised.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Anderson Crossing Campsites, 42.130632, -117.316191, Jordan Valley, United States