Donner und Blitzen River, OR

Donner ьnd Blitzen Wild and Scenic River (Indian Creek to Page Springs Campground)

From its headwaters to the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge boundary, the Donner und Blitzen River is located in the eastern Oregon high desert. Although much of its course is through marsh, it offers scenic glaciated canyons and unique ecosystems. There is an exceptional wild trout fishery. Named by soldiers of German origin, the Donner und Blitzen River translates as "thunder and lightning" for a thunderstorm the soldiers experienced as they crossed the river.

The Donner und Blitzen River system also includes several spring-fed tributaries—South Fork Blitzen River, Little Blitzen River, Big Indian Creek, Little Indian Creek, Fish Creek, Mud Creek, and Ankle Creek—totaling 87.5 miles (140.8 km) of designated river.

 

For More Information Visit:

Donner und Blitzen River - BLM

Donner und Blitzen - rivers.gov

 

 

Donner und Blitzen River
Photo: BLM - Page Springs Campground

Section Details

Trip Length 30.5 Miles
Fishing Yes
Camping Yes
Permit No
Manager Bureau of Land Management, Burns District Office
Wild & Scenic Yes
Water Trail No
Partner Information https://www.blm.gov/programs/national-conservation-lands/oregon-washington/donner-und-blitzen-wsr
https://www.rivers.gov/river/donner-und-blitzen
Photo Credit: BLM