ORBDR Route Updates
Updated June 3, 2025
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Visit the official ORBDR Facebook Group page for ride reports, photos, and discussions with other riders in your area HERE
Winter is Coming: Check snow levels with our interactive map
With winter upon us, weather and route conditions can change rapidly. Before you go, be sure and use our ArcGIS Interactive Map to view estimated snow levels on each of our routes.
- Click HERE to access the main interactive map page.
- Click on the snowflake icon in the top right of the window.
- Select all of the boxes to view the NOHRSC Snow Analysis.
- Zoom into the route of your choosing to view the estimated snow depth.
- Explore the other features of our interactive map to plan your next BDR experience.
- See attached screenshot for reference.
Sections 1-3: High Fire Danger – Travel Restrictions may be Imposed
With extreme heat in southern Oregon, travel restrictions around Hart Mountain Refuge and Lakeview BLM may be imposed during the summer.
Please do your part to keep wild landscapes and rural communities safe from fire!
Remember you can be held financially liable for wildfire ignition, even if accidental. Know the risks and act accordingly.
- Avoid Dry Grass: Never park, drive, or idle on dry grass or brush, especially during the hot, dry months.
- Carry a Fire Extinguisher in your vehicle and know how to use it.
- Stay on Established Routes & Roads: This is especially important in hot and dry conditions.
- Tow Responsibly: Prevent metal tow chains or car parts from dragging and throwing sparks.
- Mind Your Butts: Make sure to avoid smoking, dropping ash or butts in vegetated areas.
During periods of extreme fire risk, there are specific requirements you must follow.
- When In Place, Respect Fire Restrictions HERE
- Campfires: Campfires may be completely prohibited during the summer and fall.
- Route Choice: During periods of high fire danger, driving on roads with a vegetated center strip may be prohibited.
- Fire-prevention Supplies: Seasonal restrictions may require each vehicle to carry a shovel and gallon of water.
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All motorized vehicles – including vehicles and ORUVs and motorcycles – must comply with the attached Public Use Restriction regulations while operating on Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge in Oregon and Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge in Nevada. The restrictions apply to all Lakeview District Bureau of Land Management administered lands as well (Lakeview Interagency Fire Center (scofmp.org)). Failure to comply may result in civil or criminal penalties.
Conditions in this part of the state are Extreme and risk to wildfire is significant.
- Click HERE to learn more about current closures and restrictions/requirements.
- See attached Public Use Restrictions (PUR) sheet for rules and regulations.
- We realize it would be nearly impossible for a motorcycle to meet these requirements.
- As such, Section 1 of the ORBDR may be considered CLOSED during periods of high fire danger to protect this fragile landscape in a critical time.
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