Diamond Loop Back Country Byway
Visitor Services
| Service | Description | Service | Description |
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Fees No fees listed along the byway. |
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Gasoline Places to stop for gas along the byway are few. Make sure to fill up in the towns of Fields and Burns. |
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Special Considerations
The Diamond Loop Tour Route and the Diamond Loop Back Country Byway follow the same main route, but the Diamond Loop Back Country Byway starts in the town of Frenchglen, while the Diamond Loop Tour Route starts in Burns.
Restrictions
The byway is a Type I road. Paved and normal passenger cars can easily navigate the passes. However, roads are set at slower speeds and are more narrow than the main highway.
Seasons
- Best Time to Drive
The byway is open year round but the gravel sections may be difficult during or after bad weather.
- Winter
Parts of the byway may be closed during the winter due to snow. Check local weather before driving the byway.
Road Conditions
- To find up to date information about the road conditions along Diamond Loop Back Country Byway, please visit the FHWA listing of web sites for more information.
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