Painted Hills and John Day Fossil Beds — Attraction in Prineville

When you first get off the highway and onto the road to the main attraction, it isn’t long before you are welcomed by the splendor of what you came here for — small glimpses of painted hills dot the landscape as you drive further in. Once you reach the overlook, you can’t help holding your breath to soak in the beauty that engulfs your soul. Do climb the short walk to the higher overlook point. You will not be disappointed Other points of interest inside the park: Red Hill - a very short path to a spectacular display of color and flora; and Painted Cove - an easy walk along a short loop that takes you through and up and around close-up,...

If the painted hills were close to an interstate, they would receive millions of visitors a year a period fortunately, they are 10 miles from the only nearby town, Mitchell, which is a population of approximately 100 people. So, it takes a real commitment to visit, but it is...

All of the hikes in the Painted Hills Unit were short and most of them could be easily done by anyone. The informational signs need repairs in some places but this is worth the trip to see the gorgeous natural beauty and learn about the geological...