📜 Tilted fault-block mountain in southeastern Oregon.🔍 Known for sweeping views, glacial canyons, and alpine lakes. Part of the Steens Mountain Cooperative Management & Protection Area. # Why Go ⛰️ Stunning views from the nearly 10,000 ft crest.🏞️ Explore spectacular glacial landforms, canyons, and alpine lakes.🚶‍♀️ Abundant hiking trails, much of the area is designated wilderness.🚗 Drive the Steens Mountain Loop, claimed to be the highest road in Oregon.🌲 Unique treeless landscape. # Why Avoid ❄️ Main access road typically opens only after Memorial Day due to snow cover.🗺️ Remote location in eastern Oregon, different from typical forested areas. # Tips 💡 Check road conditions; loop road is graded and passable to ordinary passenger cars in dry weather.📍 Located in Steens Mountain Cooperative Management & Protection Area, managed by BLM.🚶 One popular trail leads to Wildhorse Lake in a glacial canyon. # Hours 🕒 Road access typically available after Memorial Day, dependent on snow cover.