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Mesmerizing Alvord Peak is in the Southern Steens Range fault block of Southeast Oregon. It makes a gradual ascent on the western side to a dramatic 7,132-foot summit before plunging 3,000 feet to the Alvord Desert on the eastern side. The barren wilderness that characterizes Alvord Peak also gives the mountain a haunting beauty. The most popular hiking trail is Long Hollow Route, which is a roughly 5-hour roundtrip. Hazards to summertime summiting include the area being devoid of water sources, and the area is teeming with rattlesnakes. Winter may be a better choice, at least to avoid the snakes. Campers need to exercise extreme caution, as the area is very dry and campfires need to be tended closely.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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