Elkhorn Wildlife Area, Wildlife protection area in North Powder, Oregon, United States.
The protected area encompasses 8,674 acres of land spanning across Union and Baker counties within the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest region.
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife established this conservation area in 1971 to safeguard the winter migration routes of elk and deer.
The management of Elkhorn involves collaboration between state agencies, federal organizations, and local communities to maintain ecological balance in the region.
Visitors can observe wildlife at two accessible viewing sites near the headquarters, with mandatory closure from December 1 to April 10 for animal protection.
Ten designated feeding stations within the area support approximately 1,400 elk and 800 deer during winter months when natural food becomes scarce.
Location: Oregon
Inception: 1971
GPS coordinates: 45.03040,-118.09500
Latest update: March 11, 2025 05:02
Sumpter Valley Gold Dredge
33.2 km
Geiser Grand Hotel
35.2 km
Sumpter Valley Railway
36.4 km
National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center
37.5 km
North Fork John Day Wilderness
40.5 km
Rock Creek Butte
23.8 km
Catherine Creek State Park
31.3 km
Baker City Tower
35.3 km
Cathedral of Saint Francis de Sales
34.8 km
Hilgard Junction State Recreation Area
36.3 km
Red Bridge State Wayside
34.4 km
Cove Hot Springs Pool
36.4 km
Baker Historic District
35.1 km
Thief Valley Reservoir
23.3 km
Abel E. Eaton House
27.1 km
Baker Municipal Natatorium
35 km
RiverBend Alternative Education School
36.1 km
John Anthony House
32.9 km
Churchill School
34.2 km
Ascension Episcopal Church
37.2 km
Inlow Hall
32.4 km
Wolf Creek Reservoir
6.2 km
Liberty Theater
33.3 km
Anthony–Buckley House
32.9 km
Superintendent's House
33 km
U.S. Post Office and Federal Building
33.3 km
McEwen
36.5 km
Eltrym Theater
35.2 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes