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1. Mount Thielsen ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Mount Thielsen
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2. South Sister ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

South Sister
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3. Smith Rock Group

Smith Rock Group
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4. Steens Mountain

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Steens Mountain
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5. Brandy Peak

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Brandy Peak
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6. Fort Rock

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Fort Rock
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7. Eagle Cap

Eagle Cap
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8. Alvord Peak

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Alvord Peak
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9. Crane Mountain

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Crane Mountain
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10. Pearsoll Peak

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Pearsoll Peak
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11. Black Mountain

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Black Mountain
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12. West Pueblo Ridge

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West Pueblo Ridge
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13. Marys Peak

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Marys Peak
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14. Mount Jefferson

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Mount Jefferson
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15. Grass Mountain

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Grass Mountain
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16. Humbug Mountain

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Humbug Mountain
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17. Bullrun Rock Monument

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Bullrun Rock Monument
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18. Middle Sister

Middle Sister
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19. Odell Butte

Odell Butte
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20. Carpenter Mountain

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Carpenter Mountain
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21. Pedro Mountain

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Pedro Mountain
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22. Indian Creek Butte

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Indian Creek Butte
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23. Prairie Mountain

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Prairie Mountain
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24. Wizard Island Peak

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Wizard Island Peak
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Oregon may have the most mesmerizing collection of mountains in the country, perfect for a day trip.
  • Many of these towering, ancient peaks are extinct volcanoes that have challenged mankind’s courage and tenacity for ages.
  • At Eagle Cap, climbers can experience panoramic views of the Wallowa Mountains as well as the mountain’s often-photographed reflection in Lake Basin.
  • Hikers can spend the night on the summit of Pearsoll Peak, where, on clear days, they can see as far as the Pacific Ocean to the west, beyond the California border to the south, and to Mount McLaughlin to the east.

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