Lakeside

I think the greatest appeal of the John Dellenback area is its diversity.  The varied coastal ecosystems, including a creek and forest with moisture-loving souls like the newts and gigantic slugs contrasts significantly with the expansive sand dunes just beyond the edge of the tree line.  In one direction, there is a coniferforest and rare red fescue community.  In the other, you’llfind empty d...

Umpqua Dunes Scenic Area Loop is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Lakeside, Oregon.

Eel Lake Trail West is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Lakeside, Oregon.

Lake Marie Trail is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Reedsport, Oregon.

The Umpqua State Lighthouse is an emerald gem of Oregon Coastal perfection: dense forest intermingled with lakes and streams spill out onto a massive dune system that plays gatekeeper to the Umpqua River as it empties into the roaring Pacific Ocean.  Lake Marie sits nestled in the heart of the park and is a perfect place for a sunrise paddleboard sessions. Don't forget to book a campsite or yur...

Getting here was half the adventure. Google led us in quite the wrong way. Whatever you do, approach this park from Allegany, outside of Coos Bay. From Allegany there are signs to the park. The road is about 9 miles from here. Drive until the road dead ends with cement blocks. Here you will have to walk 0.5 miles along a gravel road to the park entrance. Once in the park there is a sign that sh...

Golden and Silver Falls is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall and is good for all skill levels located near North Bend, Oregon.

Tahkenitch Dunes Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Gardiner, Oregon.

Threemile Lake Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Gardiner, Oregon.