John Day National Monument - Clarno Unit, Eastern Oregon Travel Guide

Getting There

• Car

  If you're starting your journey in the city of Bend, head east on US-20 E for about 80 miles until you reach the town of Burns. From Burns, take US-395 N for approximately 30 miles, then turn left onto OR-78 W. Follow OR-78 W for about 40 miles until you reach the junction with US-97. Turn left onto US-97 S and follow it for about 25 miles until you reach the junction with OR-218. Take OR-218 E, which will lead you to the small town of Fossil. The Clarno Unit of John Day National Monument is located just a few miles west of Fossil. Look for the signs directing you to the monument.

• Public Transportation + Car Rental

  If you are arriving via public transportation, consider taking a bus to The Dalles. From The Dalles, you can rent a car at a local rental agency. Once you have your rental car, follow I-84 E until you reach Exit 104 for US-197 S. Take US-197 S until you reach the junction with US-97 S, and then follow the directions previously mentioned from Bend to reach the Clarno Unit in Fossil.

• Car

  If you're coming from the east, such as from the town of John Day, take US-26 W until you reach the junction with US-97. Turn left onto US-97 S and follow the instructions above. Alternatively, you can take OR-19 N directly from John Day to Fossil, which will lead you through beautiful scenic routes.