Looks epic to me.
(Photo: ODOT)

This week is usually about the time we get to share the news that the McKenzie Highway (OR 242) is open only for biking, walking, and rolling. It’s a carfree wonderland on one of Oregon’s most scenic byways that usually happens in the period after crews have done their first pass of plowing, and before the road can open to cars and trucks.

But this year is different. And if you’re planning to head out there to knock this classic ride of your bucket list (it is an official Oregon Scenic Bikeway after all), be advised: The Oregon Department of Transportation announced today that the management of McKenzie Pass will have some key changes this year.
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McKenzie Pass is now open to bikes only; but you’ve only got about 6-8 weeks
to get up there before the cars and RVs return.
(Photo OregonDOT/Flickr)

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