peter skene ogden state scenic viewpoint

This is an amazing place to visit. It is hard to describe the breathtaking view. We walked towards to edge and did not expect the sight we were about to see. It was scary to see the depth of the valley. There were at least one bicycle, a shattered automobile at the bottom. The railway bridge was built many years ago and was the first attempt by humans to build something connecting two sides of the valley. From the scenic spot, you could see three bridges in relatively closeup view. The one automobile bridge that was now replaced by a newer bridge no longer handles vehicles. Tourists may trod on that bridge and get great photo spots on the bridge. It is a must see scenic spot. Simply awesome!

We weren't looking for this place, but noticed it while driving up US-97 when we drove over one of the three bridges spanning this incredibly beautiful gorge. We found the nearest place for a U-turn, and headed back. My wife and I are both photography enthusiasts, and this place was perfect. The sun was just going down, and made for incredible lighting for photos of all three of the gorgeous bridges. One Highway bridge, one railroad bridge, and a pedestrian bridge that was the old Highway bridge until the 1990. The gorge bottom was lush and green, and the water clear and blue. The bridges are all architectural treasures. No drab utilitarian engineering here. We spent almost an hour taking pictures from different angles until the sunlight was completely gone. Other than the views (which also included gorgeous mountains in the background), there's not much at this park other than some picnic tables, truck parking, and basic restrooms.If you're looking for somewhere to stop and stretch your legs, this is way better than a generic rest area. If you love bridges, or trains, this is also a nice little stop. If you're looking for anything more than that, though, might want to keep driving.

This little park is little more than a glorified picnic area, but there are few places where you can see a canyon like this up close. The walk across the former vehicle bridge is so impressive. The drop make me hold on to my kid's hands a little tighter as there is little between you and a drop of hundreds of feet. Dogs aren't allow as there is too much possibility for injury to them and the prairie dog families that live in the fields. Great place for a 30 minute stop!

This is a small State Scenic Viewpoint with an amazing view. There is a old train trussle and the old Memorial Hwy road bridge. The pic of the gorge/river below is pretty cool. Hold your kids hands though because the stone wall is not all that high.It is right off the road and only takes about 1/2 hour to take it in. It's a good place to stop for a picnic and they have full bathroom facilities.

We probably would have gone right by this if I hadn't read the Trip Advisor reviews--so thank you, TA reviewers! The cliff is stark and amazing. We also saw interesting wildlife -- lizards, birds of prey, chipmunks, etc. Decent restrooms, too.

This is one of those amazing places that pop up seemingly out of no where. You're driving along in a lovely part of the country, and see a sign for a scenic viewpoint, so naturally, being a tourist, you pull off. You walk from the parking lot, passing signs that say "leave your dog in the car--dogs have died here", which makes you wonder just what lies ahead, and then, there it is--a gorge that goes down, down, down to the Crooked River far, far below. Great overlook, with lots of signs to explain what you're seeing (along with the human history of the place). Absolutely worth a stop. Plus, a nice picnic area if you have the time for it. But do hold on to kids, dogs, and anything you don't want to lose at the bottom of that gorge.

What a great little park that could also pose as a rest stop. The short walk past the restrooms and picnic area to the overlook area is worth the time. The look down to the Crooked River below is awesome. Most of the historic signs in the park explain the history of the 3 bridges you can see there. The railroad bridge you just look at, but the old highway bridge you can actually walk out on for more great views to the gorge below. The third bridge is the newest one used for daily car travel on Highway 97. Interesting history on all 3 bridges. Whether you need a break or not, this park is worth the visit.

300 ft. canyon overlook gives excellent opportunity to see swifts, swallows and eagles. Eye-level views or looking down on birds. Parking area and grassy picnic area with a few trees increases variety possible. My visit was during high wind, so observations were limited, but the potential is very good.

We stopped here on our way back from the Maragas Winery in Culver Oregon. This is probably the greatest rest area and viewpoint that you can visit while on the High Desert. Keep a hold of your kids and dogs. It's a l-o-n-g way to the bottom.

We love this place! You will be amazed! The views are out of this world!

Maybe one of the most spectacular views along the Crooked River is the gorge. You can enjoy this sight without walking far if you don’t want to. Drive north out of Redmond OR on hwy 97. The park is on your left right before you cross the gorge on the new highway. You can park by the park and then walk out on the old highway and look right down into this amazing fairly narrow gorge with its vertical walls – gorgeous indeed. You’ll also see the old railroad bridge.If you feel like a walk you can get on the trail which leads you from the park along the rim for some more great views of the gorges. Mind kids and pets!

This State Park and rest stop is located a few miles north of Redmond. If you are traveling northbound, watch for it on the left just as the road becomes four lanes, and keep to the left.This is a pleasant rest stop with three bridges that span the Crooked River gorge. There is a railroad bridge that is about 100 years old, a highway bridge that is no longer in use, and the new highway bridge. You can walk out onto the old highway bridge and look down into the gorge for a great view.There are a couple of small waterfalls that spill over the side of the sheer cliffs and drain into the river, even in September after the dry summer. Peter Skene Ogden was an early fur trader who led the first recorded journey into Central Oregon in 1825. He later discovered Mt Shasta and the city of Ogden, Utah is named for him. There are several informational signs about him and Central Oregon located within this park.Worth a visit!

Der Viewpoint liegt ca. 9 Meilen nördlich von Redmond in einem kleinen Park. Fast achtlos fährt man an dieser Attraktion vorbei, weil sie aus dem Pkw heraus kaum zu erkennen ist. Drei Brücken überspannen den Canyon und den Crooked River. Von dem alten US Hwy 97, der nun eine Fußgängerbrücke ist und vom Rand der Schlucht genießt man eine spektakuläre Aussicht 300 ft in die Tiefe. Die anderen beiden Brücken sind der neue Highway für die Fahrzeuge und "The Oregon Trunk Railroad Bridge" für Züge. Der Park kostet keinen Eintritt. Parkplätze sind reichlich vorhanden.