Ochoco State Scenic Viewpoint

Ochoco State Scenic Viewpoint is an observation point in Crook County that overlooks the Prineville Valley and surrounding mountain ranges. From this elevated position, visitors see the Cascade Range peaks, the Blue Mountains, and the forested landscape of the Ochoco National Forest spreading across the horizon.

A fire lookout tower stood at this location in the 1930s to spot wildfires across Central Oregon's forests. The site later became a public viewpoint integrated into Oregon's network of state parks for visitor access.

The viewpoint sits within Oregon's state park network, designed to invite visitors to experience and appreciate the region's natural landscape. People come to this spot to connect with the surrounding wilderness and take in the expansive valley and mountain scenery.

The site offers picnic areas, restroom facilities, and parking spaces available year-round for visitors. Roads can be snow-covered in winter months, so it is best visited during spring through fall when conditions are clearer and easier to navigate.

The elevation provides a rare vantage point where two major mountain ranges are visible from a single location. This makes it a valuable spot for understanding how the surrounding terrain connects and changes across the region.

Location: Oregon

GPS coordinates: 44.29980,-120.87000

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:03