Prescribed Burn Scheduled for the Davis Bayou Area

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Prescribed Burn Scheduled for the Davis Bayou Area

The following press release was published by the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service on March 2. It is reproduced in full below.

Pack up a meal to enjoy with friends or family at a covered picnic shelter along the park road. There is one picnic table at the Snake River Overlook and two tables at the Oregon Trail Overlook. Enjoy a short walk, scenic views, and educational exhibits at each overlook.

Groceries and restaurant takeout are available in the town of Hagerman, along Highway 30, near the monument.

Directions: From the Thousand Springs Visitor Center, turn left (South) onto Highway 30. Follow the highway for about 5 miles (8 km), passing through the town of Hagerman. Just after the bridge over the river, turn right (West) onto Bell Rapids Road. Drive 2.5 (4 km) miles on Bell Rapids Road to reach the Snake River Overlook. Follow the road an additional 2.5 miles (4km) to reach the Oregon Trail Overlook.

Visitor Services: Both overlooks feature vault toilets, trash cans, and covered picnic shelters. Park brochures are available. Cell service may be limited. Drinking water and flush toilets are available only at the Thousand Springs Visitor Center during regular operating hours.

Source: U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service

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