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Overview Farewell Bend Campground is a picturesque campground in the midst of old growth forest and adjacent to the Rogue River and Crater Lake National Park. The campground is well-known for its amazing children’s play area. Natural Features: Drives to nearby Crater Lake National Park to the northeast and Lost Creek Lake to the south are wonderful opportunities for visitors to the area. This is a premier fishing campground adjacent to the Rogue River. In addition, hikers will enjoy easy access to the Union Creek... More

Overview The Imnaha Guard Station is located in the southwest portion of Oregons magnificent volcanic Cascade Range, at an elevation of 3,800 feet. The facility offers a quiet remote setting and access to a multitude of recreational opportunities–an ideal destination for guests seeking both relaxation and outdoor activities. The cabin offers most of the amenities needed for a comfortable stay, though guests will need to bring some of their own supplies, such as lanterns or flashlights. This cabin does not feature indoor lighting. Natural Features:... More

Overview The guard station at Lodgepole Meadow was built in 1935 by the Civilian Conservation Corps to replace the original station built in 1911. Lodgepole Meadow was used as a remote guard station for the early Forest Service crews working in the area. During WWII, Herb and Zella Wright, a husband and wife lookout team, lived throughout the winter high up on the Blue Rock Lookout several miles away watching for enemy aircraft. Lodgepole Guard Station served as their base camp. Today, Lodgepole Guard Station... More

Nestled in Huckleberry Gap, Abbott Butte Trailhead provides access to high elevation trails that traverse the ridge top of the Rogue-Umpqua Divide.  Provides access to: Abbott Butte Trail #1470A and southern access to Rogue-Umpqua Divide Trail #1470 which access Rogue-Umpqua Divide Wilderness. More

This recreation area is part of Lost Creek Lake More

Overview Step into the Butler Butte Cabin and step back in time to the days of WWII, when the threat of forest fires wasn’t just from lightning strikes. Butler Butte Cabin sits at an elevation of 5,500 feet in an open grassy understory, hemmed in by old-growth forests and sub-alpine meadows. In spring, meadows welcome a pallet of lush green grass and wildflowers, and in fall, vivid colors mark the changing of seasons. The forest showcases a variety of old-growth pine, fir and cedar. Located... More

Lost Creek Lake is located 30 miles northeast of Medford on the Rogue River in a scenic, mountainous and timbered canyon. Several major public access areas, park sites, boat ramps and a trail system along 30 miles of shoreline offer many recreational activities. McGregor Park, was specifically designed for the convenience of handicapped visitors. The facilities provide easy wheelchair access. A visitor center at the park features exhibits about the project and region. The Cole M. Rivers Fish Hatchery and views of the Lost Creek... More

Provides access to: Sevenmile Trail which enters Sky Lakes Wilderness then joins the Pacific Crest Trail about 2 miles from the trailhead. Located one hour and 20 minutes northwest of Klamath Falls, Oregon, the Sevenmile Marsh trailhead sits at 5,480 feet in elevation.  There is one vault toilet, dispersed camping, fire rings, and picnic tables. The compact parking area fits about 4-6 cars, with no room for stock trailers or turn-around.  There is no potable water. Visitors need to pack plenty of water. More

Trail from this trailhead pass through stands of large, old-growth Douglas fir. Provides access to: Cripple Camp Trail #1435, which accesses Pup Prairie Trail #1434, Acker Divide Trail #1437 and Cripple Camp Shelter. These trails are within Rogue-Umpqua Divide Wilderness. Accessibility: From the trailhead, flat trail grades provide an accessible opportunity into Wilderness. Some persons with disabilities may need assistance, assistance is recommended. More

Crater Lake inspires awe. Native Americans witnessed it form 7,700 years ago, when a violent eruption triggered the collapse of a towering volcano. Scientists marvel at its purity: fed by rain and snow, it’s the deepest lake in the USA and perhaps the most pristine on earth. Artists, photographers, and sightseers stand in wonder at its blue water and stunning setting. Come visit, and be amazed! More

Visitors who want to hike on Wizard Island must first descend to the lakeshore via Cleetwood Cove Trail. This is a steep descent and the most difficult portion of this trek will be at the end of the day when you must ascend the 11% grade to your car on Rim Drive. The trek to Wizard Island makes for a full day especially for folks who are not acclimated to the elevations of Crater Lake. The commercial tour boat will take visitors to the Wizard... More

Overview Whisky Camp, built in the 1940s, was the summer home of a fireguard whose primary duties were to fight and prevent fires, serve as a relief lookout, and perform maintenance on phone lines and trails. Located in the Tiller Ranger District in southwestern Oregon, the cabin now offers relaxation and recreation for visitors throughout the year. Four-wheel drive vehicles are recommended for travel to this site, and guests must bring several of their own supplies. Please be aware that in winter months guests may... More

Provides access to: Nanny Creek Trail which enters Sky Lakes Wilderness. The Nannie Creek Trailhead is located 1 hour and 10 minutes northwest of Klamath Falls, Oregon. The parking lot accommodates between 5-8 vehicles with turnaround space, but is not recommended for stock trailers.  More

Overview Fourbit Ford campground and campsites are located along Fourbit Creek in the City of Medford, OR, watershed. This remote and picturesque campground is a short distance from Willow Lake and Fish Lake, and nearby to Whiskey Springs Campground. Natural Features: Quiet and secluded this campground is located on the site of the original supply road (Old Military Road) for Fort Klamath. Sites are located along Fourbit Creek. Recreation: Numerous hiking trails are within easy access, including the Mt. McLaughlin Trail #3716. Facilities: This small... More

Overview Perched atop the edge of a rocky cliff in the Umpqua National Forest, Acker Rock Lookout offers visitors a unique lodging experience with spectacular panoramic views of the South Umpqua watershed in southwest Oregon. Still used in active fire detection today, the lookout was placed on the rocky cliff via helicopter in the 1960s. Before the advent of airplane surveillance for fire detection, there were more than a dozen lookouts on the Tiller Ranger District. Today Acker Rock and Pickett Butte are the only... More

Overview Situated along the upper reaches of the Wild and Scenic North Umpqua River, Boulder Flat Campground is an enchanting site, lush with greenery from end to end. Popular with whitewater enthusiasts, this campground offers a raft put-in that is the start of many memorable raft trips. Natural Features: Visitors to the Umpqua National Forest are often taken aback by the unique landscapes of southwestern Oregon. Explosive geologic events have shaped the distinctive landscape on the nearly 1 million acre forest that provides spectacular scenery... More

Overview The campground is a large bisected loop in a dense stand of Douglas fir, cedar and other conifers next to Whiskey Springs Pond. The dense canopy from the Douglas fir trees filters the sunlight providing a good environment for a variety of ground covers. Tall shrubs and young conifers provide privacy between campsites. This campground has a classic "forest feel" to it. Beavers are said to live in the pond. Natural Features: Quiet and secluded this campground is located on the site of the... More

Provides acces to: Cherry Creek Trail which enters Sky Lakes Wilderness. Located 55 minutes northwest of Klamath Falls, Oregon, the Cherry Creek trailhead, is a great access point for Sky Lakes Wilderness. The trailhead accommodates up 6-8 vehicles. However, there is no turn-around area.  This trailhead does not offer a toilet. However, dispersed camping is allowed. Please pack out everything you bring and properly dispose of human waste. Visitors can also enjoy biking and horse riding. There is no potable water. Visitors need to pack plenty of water. Maintenance... More

Provides access to: Cold Springs Trail #3710 and South Rock Creek Trail #3709 which both access Sky Lakes Wilderness. Located 1 hour northwest of Klamath Falls, Oregon, the Cold Springs trailhead is a nice jumping off point for recreation in the Sky Lakes Wilderness.  Amenities include, one vaulted toilet, parking for 10-12 vehicles and stock trailers, dispersed camping, picnic tables, and fire rings. More

The Wood River Day Use Area is a serene recreation site on the Wood River. It is located 20 minutes northwest of Chiloquin, Oregon. It is surrounded by aspen and cottonwood trees and in the autumn they turn a brilliant yellow, allowing for wonderful photography opportunities.  In addition to beautiful scenery, visitors to this area may also see predatory birds, such as bald eagles, ospreys and Red-tailed hawks lurking above the various trout in the river. Though viewing wildlife may not be guaranteed, the steady... More

Provides access to: Rattlesnake Way Trail #1497 which enters Rogue-Umpqua Divide Wilderness and accesses Mosquito Lake and Rattlesnake Mountain. More

J. F. Kimball State Park is a pristine site located at the headwaters of the Wood River. This stream flows from the pine forest into open meadow land laced with picturesque quaking aspen surrounded by the southern Cascade Mountains. Wood River offers fine fishing that can be accessed from the park by canoe. Kimball Park offers primitive camping next to a spring-fed lagoon at the beginning of this waterway. A walking trail connects the campground to the site where the clear spring bubbles from a... More

Overview Perched atop Pickett Butte at an elevation of 3,200 feet, this lookout offers visitors a unique lodging experience in Umpqua National Forest in southwest Oregon. After climbing 40 feet up on a very narrow steep stairway to the one-room structure, guests are rewarded with panoramic views of the entire Jackson Creek Drainage and much of the lower elevation lands around the town of Tiller. The original lookout was 25 feet tall and built in 1934. In 1948 the tower was replaced with the current... More

Provides access to: Whitehorse Meadows Trail #1477 which accesses the north end of Rogue-Umpqua Divide Wilderness.  Directions: From Roseburg, OR take Highway 138 east for about 50 miles and turn south onto Road 28, the Big Camas Road, at Copeland Creek. Continue for 13.7 miles and turn left onto Forest Road 2715-950. Go approximately 2 miles, the trailhead is on the east side of the road junction. More

The Pacific Crest Trail skirts the sides of this steep-sided lava cone, which rises to 9,495 feet and offers views of Crater Lake and the Rogue Valley on a clear day. More

Provides accesses to: Badger Lake Trail, Twin Ponds Trail which access Sky Lakes Wilderness and Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail. Located approximately one hour northwest of Klamath Falls, Oregon, Fourmile Lake Trailhead offers access to a scenic 12 mile hiking loop around the lake. Spectacular views of Fourmile Lake and majestic Mount McLoughlin abound.  There is no fee at Fourmile Lake Trailhead; there is a user fee at the campground. The trailhead parking area accommodates 12-15 vehicles and stock trailers.  Horses should not go in Chrissie Springs,... More

Fourmile Lake Campground and Day Use Area is at the southern end of Sky Lakes Wilderness. This rustic campground with few amenities is the place to get away from the modern world. Horse corrals are available in the upper portion of the campground and the proximity to the wilderness and Pacific Crest Trail make it ideal for the backcountry enthusiast. Sky Lakes Wilderness occupies the crest of the High Cascades, extending south from the boundary of Crater Lake National Park to Fourmile Lake. The wilderness... More

Overview Hemlock Butte Cabin is a very primitive backcountry winter experience, and guests who stay here should be experienced in winter backcountry travel. It is this remoteness that makes the 4-mile ski or snowshoe to the cabin worth the effort. The cabin was built by the Edelweiss Ski Club in 1990 and has room for about 12 people. There are often occupants from several different groups staying in the cabin at the same time. Only a few basic amenities are offered, so guests should be... More