Antone Ranch is a private 37,000 acre working ranch in the Ochoco Mountains, approximately 30 minutes from Mitchell in Eastern Oregon. Accommodation is onsite, consisting of large and small cabins. The property can bring in their own chef to cater for your crew.
We recently visited the Pillars of Rome in Malhuer County, Eastern Oregon and WOW. They did not disappoint. We felt the ghost of ObiWan Kenobi wandering through here with us!
The 100-foot (30 m)-high Rome Cliffs, or “Pillars of Rome” are formations of fossil-bearing clay, measuring about 5 miles (8 km) long and 2 miles (3 km) wide. They’re located along the Owyhee River in a very remote area.
Filming would be challenging here as there is only one place to stay and they are spartan cabins in Rome itself, part of the one store here. It could be done however, with a team of RV’s on the neighboring cattle property for a price. It would be well worth it though.
The Picture Gorge is located on Highway 26, and is made of basalt and consists of 17 individual layers of flood basalt, that create a spectacular southern entrance to the Sheep Rock Unit of the monument.
Filming could be done at the entrance of the Picture Gorge, although filming within the Gorge may be difficult due to falling rocks. Vehicles may not stop within the picture gorge.
Clarno is part of the John Day National Monument system and is located at Oregon route 218 near the John Day river.
The Clarno Unit is located 18 miles west of the town of Fossil, Oregon.
There are trails located ¼ mile west of the picnic area along Highway 218. The Trail of Fossils and the Clarno Arch Trail start at the trailhead.
There is a picnic and parking area close to the Palisades rocks, and parking in front of the rocks.
The nearest town with accommodation and extensive services is approximately an hour away.
Permits are required by the park ranger from the John Day National Monument and should be applied for a minimum 21 days in advance.
Absolutely no drone use in the Monument.
Blue Basin is a stunning formation within the Sheep Rock Unit of the John Day National Monument. Nearest towns are Dayville, and John Day (accommodation and services).
Stunning visuals are available, and large parking area for production vehicles. You cannot walk on the rock formations as they are delicate, but there are hiking paths around the area that lend themselves specifically to print campaigns. This is one of the less populated areas of the John Day National Monument, and as such an excellent location for film purposes.
Permits must be obtained 21-30 days in advance from the park ranger.
ABSOLUTELY NO drone use within the National Monument.
