Journey Through Time Scenic Byway Explained

State:OR
Type:Byway
Route:Journey Through Time
Scenic Byway
Length Mi:286
Established:February 19, 1997
Direction A:West
Terminus A: in Biggs
Direction B:East
Terminus B: in Baker City
Counties:Sherman, Wasco, Wheeler, Grant, Baker

Journey Through Time Scenic Byway is a scenic byway in the U.S. state of Oregon.[1] It spans five Oregon counties and comprises portions of U.S. Route 97, Oregon Route 218, Oregon Route 19, U.S. Route 26, and Oregon Route 7.[2] [3] The John Day River meanders through much of its route.[4] The byway offers glimpses into the geologic and pioneer history of Oregon.[4]

Route description

From Biggs, the byway follows U.S. 97 south through Shaniko to Antelope, then turns east on OR 218 to Fossil. The John Day Fossil Beds National Monument is nearby. From Fossil the byway continues on OR 19, turns southward near Kimberly, and goes generally eastward again on U.S. 26. On U.S. 26 it passes through the communities of Dayville, Mount Vernon, John Day, and Prairie City. At Austin Junction it continues on OR 7 eastward to Baker City.[3]

History

The Journey Through Time Scenic Byway was designated as an Oregon State Scenic Byway on February 19, 1997.[5]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Oregon State Byways . Scenic Byways Programs & Proponents . Oregon Department of Transportation . June 13, 2011 . Staff . September 11, 2011.
  2. Web site: Staff . Journey Through Time Scenic Byway . National Scenic Byways . Federal Highway Administration . September 11, 2011.
  3. Web site: Staff . Journey Through Time Scenic Byway . Eastern Oregon Experiences . Travel Oregon . September 11, 2011.
  4. Web site: Staff . TripCheck . The Journey Through Time Scenic Byway . . September 11, 2011.
  5. Web site: Staff . Official Designations . Journey Through Time Scenic Byway . . September 11, 2011.