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    Top Spots in and near Idleyld Park

    • Clearwater, Oregon

      Toketee Falls

      4.6
      0.79 mi / 98 ft gain
      Toketee Falls is one of the most famous waterfalls in all of Oregon, renowned for the graceful columnar basalt formation framing the two-stepped falls. The North Umpqua River has carved a sinuous gorge out of the lava flow, resulting in a waterfall of 113 feet in height - a 28 foot upper tier whi...
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    • Idleyld Park, Oregon

      Watson Falls

      4.3
      0.54 mi / 515 ft gain
      Watson Falls hurtles over a cathedral amphitheater wall of basalt, crashing into a long talus slope covered in moss and vine maple. At 272 feet, Watson Falls is the 3rd tallest waterfall in Oregon. We actually stumbled upon Watson Falls driving back from Toketee Falls. The parking area is about ...
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    • Douglas County, Oregon

      Umpqua Hot Springs

      3.7
      0.52 mi / 108 ft gain
      When you arrive at the hot springs you'll see a bathroom and large dumpster in a small gravel parking lot. From the parking lot you'll see a bridge which leads to the trail up to the springs. Its a 0.25 mile walk up to seven different pools, sitting 150ft. above the North Umpqua River. All the ho...
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    • Idleyld Park, Oregon

      Explore Whitehorse Falls

      3.0
      In June of 2015, I visited as many remote waterfall locations in Oregon as I could find. Whitehorse Falls, located along the Clearwater River in Douglas County, was one of those on my list. It's a small waterfall that is just off highway 138 (about 4.5 miles east of Toketee Falls) in Central Oreg...
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    • Douglas County, Oregon

      Hike to Clearwater Falls

      4.3
      0.5 mi
      This has to be one of the most overlooked waterfalls in Oregon. It doesn't get a lot of publicity, and it's tucked away in south-central Oregon. As such, many people don't pay it much attention. That's too bad.Clearwater Falls can be found just off Highway 138, near mile marker 69. Clearwater Fal...
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    • Douglas County, Oregon

      Muir Creek Falls

      5.0
      1.08 mi / 135 ft gain
      Muir Creek Falls Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Crater Lake, Oregon.
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    • Douglas County, Oregon

      Mt. Bailey and Hemlock Butte Cabin

      11.09 mi / 3192 ft gain
      The trail starts at 5200 feet and climbs through the forest for 1.6 miles to an opening with a great view off diamond lake and the beautiful and very recognizable Mt. Thielsen. There are several small outcropping here that make a perfect spot to stop and get out the backpacking stove for some mou...
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    • Crescent, Oregon

      Base of Mt. Thielsen via Mt. Thielsen Trail

      4.7
      7.26 mi / 1926 ft gain
      The Trail begins at Mt. Thielsen Trailhead/Sno Park and takes you up through a vast forest of pines. As you ascend, Diamond Lake will slowly start to peak through. Continue straight at mile marker 1.6 and keep an eye out for Mt. Thielsen ahead. Just before entering Mount Thielsen Wilderness aroun...
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    • Crescent, Oregon

      Mt. Thielsen Summit

      2.8
      8.88 mi / 3291 ft gain
      It may look quite intimidating from the base and surrounding areas but this hike/climb to the summit is quite straightforward and the standard route is non-technical. That being said, there are areas with some significant exposure with 2200 foot drops on its north and east faces that will definit...
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    • Tiller, Oregon

      South Umpqua Falls

      If you are early enough, you can park at the designated day use parking area, which is where the bathroom is. There are picnic benches there along with a path to the top of the falls. If you want to be where the real action is, take the dirt trail down to the bottom of the falls which is less tha...
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    • Lane County, Oregon

      Summit Diamond Peak

      9 mi / 3600 ft gain
      At 8,743 feet, Diamond Peak is almost as tall as the other iconic volcanoes of the Oregon Cascades, but sees just a fraction of the people. Outside the range of casual Portland day hikes and hard to see from the highway and from other peaks, Diamond Peak and the spectacular wilderness surrounding...
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    • Douglas County, Oregon

      Hike to Susan Creek Falls

      4.0
      1.9 mi / 434 ft gain
      This hike starts at the main parking lot about a mile away from the falls. The falls are accessed via a very easy, well graded trail developed and maintained by the Oregon BLM.The hike through the forest and pine trees make it for a fantastic and fairy tale-like hike. When you arrive at Susan Cre...
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    • Prospect, Oregon

      Explore the Rogue River Gorge

      5.0
      This 500 ft. long gorge carved out of an old lava tube sits right along highway 62 near Crater Lake. The original road that brought travelers to the National Park passed right next to the gorge but it now remains hidden from view of the current highway. The area isn't large but has a nice parking...
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    • CRATER LAKE, Oregon

      Take a Boat Tour of Crater Lake & Hike to the Top of Wizard Island

      4.0
      Wizard Island is located in the middle of Crater Lake National Park. In order to get out to there you have to book a tour through the commercial concierge. Tickets were fairly pricey, but included a full boat tour of Crater Lake, plus 3 hours on the island itself. Half the tour is before you reac...
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    • Cascade Summit, Oregon

      Diamond Creek Falls

      5.0
      2.92 mi / 443 ft gain
      The beginning of this trail starts at the parking lot of Salt Creek Falls, right off of the 58 freeway. During the winter months, there's a gate blocking the road to the parking lot. You can park at the gate and it's a 0.6 mile walk to the beginning of the Salt Creek Falls trailhead. If you haven...
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    • Lane County, Oregon

      Salt Creek Falls

      4.5
      0.65 mi / 141 ft gain
      Located off of the 58 Freeway, Salt Creek Falls is the second tallest waterfall in Oregon. The powerful cascade pours into a scenic canyon below, with beautiful surrounding views. You can drive almost right up to the falls, which is either great or anti-climactic, depending on your outlook. Turn...
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    Camping and Lodging in Idleyld Park

    Toketee Group Site
    Douglas County, Oregon

    Toketee Group Site

    Toketee Lake Campground
    Douglas County, Oregon

    Toketee Lake Campground

    Eagle Rock Campground
    Douglas County, Oregon

    Eagle Rock Campground

    East Lemolo Campground
    Douglas County, Oregon

    East Lemolo Campground

    Bunker Hill Campground
    Douglas County, Oregon

    Bunker Hill Campground

    Lemolo Lake / Crater Lake North KOA Holiday
    Douglas County, Oregon

    Lemolo Lake / Crater Lake North KOA Holiday

    Guides, Insights and Stories from Idleyld Park

    How to plan a 3-day Winter trip to the Crater Lake area

    How to plan a 3-day Winter trip to the Crater Lake area

    Sarina Pizzala