Badger Creek Wilderness, Natural reserve in Mount Hood National Forest, Oregon, United States.
The Badger Creek Wilderness spans 28,000 acres of protected land with elevations ranging from 2,000 to 6,525 feet at Lookout Mountain.
The United States Congress designated this wilderness area in 1984 as part of a national initiative to protect undeveloped federal lands.
Native American tribes historically utilized this region's resources, leaving behind artifacts that document their presence in the area.
Three main trails traverse the wilderness, providing opportunities for hiking and horseback riding while maintaining strict regulations against motorized vehicles.
The wilderness contains a remarkable precipitation gradient, receiving 80 inches of rain annually in the west and dropping to 20 inches in the east.
Location: Oregon
Inception: 1984
GPS coordinates: 45.30611,-121.47639
Latest update: March 11, 2025 03:55
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