Cave Junction, Oregon
Top Spots in and near Cave Junction
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Del Norte County, California
Backpack to Raspberry Lake
1.012 mi / 1800 ft gainIf you wish to experience the beauty of the Siskiyou Wilderness and avoid the crowds associated with The Devil’s Punchbowl, then consider a visit to Raspberry Lake. Beginning at the Young’s Valley Trailhead (Coordinates: 41.889919, -123.654755), this hike is a great option for those seeking wide...Read more -
Crescent City, California
Devil's Punchbowl, Six Rivers National Forest
4.08.33 mi / 1660 ft gainLocated in extreme Northern California, the Siskiyou Mountains are the largest sub-range of the Klamath Mountain range and among the most rugged. The Siskiyou Wilderness, designated in 1984, encompasses three national forests: Siskiyou, Klamath and Six Rivers for a total of 182,802 acres. Because...Read more -
Josephine County, Oregon
Raft or Kayak the Wild & Scenic Rogue River
4.8The Wild and Scenic Section of the Rogue River is a hidden secret in the Pacific Northwest. This virtually untouched 34-mile section boasts some of the most pristine and secluded scenery in Oregon. Bald eagles, osprey, and black bears are frequently (if not always) spotted along the way. This bea...Read more -
Crescent City, California
Drive Walker Road
5.0Walker Road is one of the places where parts of Star Wars IV: A New Hope were filmed! It's a beautiful site in the Redwoods with an extra amount of huge, leafy ferns. Once you turn onto Walker Road, it's a quick drive through the redwood trees and ferns to the Smith River at the end. There are a ...Read more -
Crescent City, California
Hike Stout Grove via the Stout Grove Trailhead
4.50.6 miMarked with adequate signage, parking for the Stout Grove Trailhead is off Highland Hill Road, a road through the south end of the park. It's a narrow, dirt road so be cautious traveling through the state park. Pit toilets are available in the parking area. The trail is a .6-mile loop. It is wide...Read more -
Brookings, Oregon
Picnic at Arch Rock
5.0This vista point is located in Southern Oregon, near the coastal town of Brookings. Arch rock is just off the 101 freeway and is a cool stop if you are passing through. The main rock arch is located directly west. It's a great place to stop during road trips for a picnic lunch.Read more -
Agness, Oregon
Fly Fish the Rogue River at the Mermaid Riffle
The Steelhead run on the Rogue River is famous the world over and for good reason. Like anywhere, local guides are the gatekeepers to the right spot and should be contacted accordingly. Steelhead run December through March and Chinook April through Fall, with Coho making an appearance in the lat...Read more -
Agness, Oregon
Stand Up Paddleboard the Mermaid Riffle on the Rogue River
The Rogue River is famous the world over for rafting and for its Steelhead runs, possessing a dramatic undeveloped canyon untouched by road and man, and being one of the Original 7 Wild & Scenic Rivers designed by Congress. And not only is it fantastic for rafting but entire sections are perf...Read more -
Crescent City, California
Camp at Jedediah Smith Redwoods Campground
5.0/ 0 ft gainJedediah Smith Redwoods State Park offers activities for everyone: you can backpack and hike through lush rainforests, or fish, snorkel, and kayak in the Smith River (popular film The Last of the Mohicans was filmed just upstream!). Howland Hill Road is perfect for a scenic drive filled with uniq...Read more -
Brookings, Oregon
Camp at Harris Beach SP
4.0Harris Beach State Park on the Southern Oregon Coast and about a quarter mile north of the town of Brookings, Oregon features a variety of campsites, including yurts, full RV hookups, and even a hiker/biker camp for individuals hiking the Oregon Coast Trail and/or biking the PCH. From either the...Read more -
Brookings, Oregon
Explore the Marine Garden at Harris Beach SP
The Marine Garden at Harris Beach State Park is one of the 7 designated Marine Garden's on the Oregon Coast where the ecosystem is protected and the collection and disturbance of tidal flora and fauna is prohibited. Interpretive hikes and guides are available through the State Park system, as are...Read more -
Crescent City, California
Fern Falls via Boy Scout Tree Trail
4.93 mi / 1050 ft gainFern Falls via Boy Scout Tree Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Crescent City, California.Read more -
Crescent City, California
Hike the Boy Scout Tree Trail
5.0With a profusion of titanic trees and an ever expanding landscape, the extraordinary Boy Scout Tree Trail is not so much a hike as it is a showcase of the world's most scenic old growth redwoods. Located within Redwood National and State Parks, this pristine trail feels wonderfully remote. Hardly...Read more -
Brookings, Oregon
Explore Natural Bridges at Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor
4.86 mi / 0 ft gainThe Samuel H. Boardman Scenic Corridor is 12 miles of rugged, steep coastline with many hidden & secluded beaches and coves, and the Natural Bridges section is one of the most iconic (and most photographed) along the entire Corridor.There are several hikes above and around the natural bridges...Read more -
Brookings, Oregon
Natural Bridges Cove - North Island Viewpoint (China Beach) Trail
5.00.43 mi / 262 ft gainThe Natural Bridges Cove trail in Brookings, Oregon is a short, moderately challenging hike that offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. The trail is approximately 0.43 miles long and features a steep descent to the beach, making it suitable for hikers with a moderate level of fitness. The ...Read more -
Brookings, Oregon
Explore Thunder Rock Cove at Samuel H Boardman State Scenic Corridor
1.5 mi / 400 ft gainOne of many magical nooks and crannies to explore all along the Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor, Thunder Rock Cove sits between the iconic (and more popular) Natural Bridges and Secret Beach. The hike to the cover overlook is an easy .75 mile hike down from the Thunder Rock pull-off tha...Read more
Top Activities
Camping and Lodging in Cave Junction
Cave Junction, Oregon
Chinquapin Group Campground
Overview
The Chinquapin Group Campground is located at the former site of the Camp Oregon Caves Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camp. D...
Josephine County, Oregon
Bolan Mountain Lookout
Overview
Bolan Mountain Lookout is surrounded by glass windows on all sides, providing visitors with an unparalleled view of the sheer dr...
Grants Pass, Oregon
Onion Mountain Lookout
Overview
THIS FACILITY IS CLOSED TO RESERVATIONS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICEOnion Mountain lookout sits atop a 12-foot tower at an elevation of ...
Brookings, Oregon
Packers Cabin
Overview
Packers Cabin was originally built during the 1930s and served as the headquarters for the Forest Service packer who supplied lo...
Brookings, Oregon
Quail Prairie Lookout
Overview
THIS FACILITY IS CLOSED TO RESERVATIONS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICEQuail Prairie Lookout offers guests a unique lodging experience in t...
Brookings, Oregon
Ludlum House
Overview
The Ludlum House is situated at the base of a mixed-conifer forest at the confluence of Wheeler Creek and the Winchuck River in ...