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The Old West Scenic Bikeway is famous for its rich combination of ponderosa forests, scenic rivers, abundant wildlife, fossil geology, and sunny climate. A vast majority of the route is in Grant County on minimally used roads. Ten additional rides branch off of the "Old West" that provide an additional 800 miles of "ultimate road ride" experience.
Examples of "must see" stops include:
- Kam Wah Chung State Heritage Site that preserves the Chinese legacy
- John Day Fossil Beds National Monument that is one of the top three paleontology sites in the world
- Salmon fish run on the North Fork of the John Day River
- Wild horses on Murders Creek
- Bald eagle trees outside Prairie City (up to 11 bald eagles have been viewed at one time
- Views from the covered wagon wayside of The Strawberry Mountain Wilderness.
Much of "The Old West" follows two branches of the John Day River. Support for cyclists on the bikeway is provided by 10 rustic communities, three state parks, five additional campgrounds, and two bike hostels. The Grant Count Chamber (541-575-0547) has a volunteer that will assist cyclists that wish to plan a day, weekend, or whole vacation ride in Grant County.
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