Succor Creek State Natural Area, Oregon

Where an isolated rocky canyon eclipses geologic treasures beneath burnt brown sugar earth is where Succor Creek stakes its name. Come here to investigate the stories of rocks (some limited souvenir collecting is permitted!). Come here to camp in primitive seclusion. Come here to relish the nearby Owyhee Reservoir’s alligator green lake and chromatically vibrant volcanic designs. Come here to cherish the wealth of wildlife. Golden eagles claim the skies, coyotes and rabbits dance in the brush, pronghorn antelopes, mule deer and wild horses make it all seem mythical and rattlesnakes mind their own business in rocky nooks, hoping you’ll do the same. Hike past conical rock towers, intricate spires and tremendous gasp producing panoramas and when you’re done hop in the car to drive a 52 mile backcountry eastern oregon byway. No potable water is available at Succor Creek, so come prepared with hydrating sustenance and savor every second of wild abandon.