Peter Skene Ogden State Scenic Viewpoint, State park and scenic viewpoint in Jefferson and Deschutes Counties, United States.
The viewpoint features vertical basalt cliffs rising above the Crooked River canyon, offering views of three distinct bridges spanning the waterway below.
Peter Skene Ogden, a fur trapper for Hudson's Bay Company, first explored the Crooked River Valley in 1825, leading to the area's subsequent development.
The site serves as a memorial to World War II flying ace Rex T. Barber, with the newest bridge carrying his name as a testament to military service.
The location includes restrooms, picnic tables, and a specialized parking area with a loop exit designed for trucks and vehicles pulling trailers.
The viewpoint marks the site of a notable 1960s criminal case involving Jeannace June Freeman, the first woman sentenced to death in Oregon.
Location: Jefferson County
Location: Deschutes County
Website: https://stateparks.oregon.gov/index.cfm?do=park.profile&parkId=35
Website: https://stateparks.oregon.gov/index.cfm?do=park.profile&parkId=35
GPS coordinates: 44.39139,-121.19361
Latest update: October 24, 2025 17:19
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