the wild and scenic rogue river upstream from the rogue gorge at union creek, oregon, accessed off the rogue umpqua scenic byway, and not far from crater lake national park.

The wild and scenic Rogue river upstream from the rogue Gorge at Union Creek, Oregon.

Recreation, Vacation Travel, Sightseeing, Hiking and more
in the southern Cascades of Oregon

the rogue river above the rogue river gorge at union creek, oregon, off the crater lake hwy.

Our Getaways offer written Directions, Maps and suggested scenery, spanning Oregon and northern California; places Brad and I have visited and loved. These getaways offer simplicity, yet beauty in vistas, waterfalls, hiking trails, campgrounds, mountains, hot springs, mountain lakes, equestrian trails, mountain biking trails, wild and scenic rivers, scenic byways, Crater Lake National Park, national monuments & more.

Forward ~ The Upper Rogue River Hiking Trail.

Back ~ Map for the Diverse Loop Tour.

USFS: Rogue Siskiyou National Forest.

Brad and I invite you to explore the "Diverse" Loop Tour: Travel Directions & Map includes Crater Lake, the Rogue River, waterfalls, hiking trails, mountains and more. Or perhaps the Umpqua Waterfall Tour: Travel Directions, Map and Scenery, including the wild and scenic Umpqua River, waterfalls, hiking trails, mountains, as well as Crater Lake if you choose. Introduction to the Crater Lake pages.

(Pictured to the left) Hiking on the Rogue River National hiking trail in southern Oregon, along the segment south of Woodruff Bridge, not far from Takelma Gorge on the wild and scenic Rogue River in Oregon.

Crater Lake National Park: Introduction.

Mt McLoughlin in the Cascade Mountains viewed from Dead Indian Memorial Highway, driving through the mountains to Ashland, Oregon.

Ashland, Oregon: Hills & Canyon, Lithia Park at Ashland, Oregon: page 1, page 2, page 3.

Prospect, Oregon: Pearsoney Waterfall, page 1, Mill Creek Bridge & Canyon, page 2 The Avenue of Giant Boulders, page 3 and page 4, Mill Creek Waterfalls, page 5 and Barr Creek Waterfalls, page 6.

Hiking along the Rogue River hiking trail gives magnificent views: Takelma Gorge, page 1, page 2. The Rogue River at Woodruff Bridge, page 3 and then again as we hiked along the river, page 4 and then we came upon Knob Falls on the Rogue River, page 5 and the trail continues on, page 6.

... and we arrive at the Natural Bridge, page 1, page 2, page 3 where the river escapes, and farther north, south of Union Creek, the river is bathed in autumn, page 4.

The Rogue River Gorge at Union Creek, Oregon, page 1 and page 2.

Walking on lava flows above the Rogue Gorge.

Pulling off the road to view the Rogue upstream from the gorge and a little farther north on Hwy 230, Waterfall.

The hiking trail to National Creek Waterfalls on the eastern flank of Mt Mazama, i.e., Crater Lake.

Interesting and unusual: Rabbit Ears viewed from Hwy 230 in summer as well as Mt Thielsen viewed from the south and Mt Thielsen photographed from the Diamond Lake viewpoint. Mt Bailey and Diamond Lake viewed from the Diamond Lake viewpoint also.

Protect our National Forests and Wilderness Areas. Leave NO Trace! Be sure to check out road and fire conditions at the Ranger Station when planning and before traveling, hiking or camping in the forest.

Travel southern Oregon and nearby Crater Lake National Park while staying at
Gathering Light ... a retreat and visit all these sites, as well as, these "Scenic Places" nearby little
known for their beauty and diversity: Travel Guides, Map & Scenery.

Wildflowers blooming in the backyard of cabin 2 at Gathering light ... a retreat located in southern oregon near crater lake national park.

Travel to the retreat: from Medford, Oregon.

Travel Directions to and Day Trips of about 100 miles from the retreat includes the Diverse Loop Tour and Crater Lake.

Little known "Scenic Places" near the retreat & Crater Lake: Directions, Map & Scenery, including the Badlands and a no trail hike, wetlands, the Williamson River Gorge, mountain lake, Kimball Creek and more.

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