Oregon's Best Outdoor Adventures, Right Outside Your Door

Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest - Oregon's Home To Ecosystem Adventures

Covering 628,443 acres in five counties in southern Oregon and northern California, the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest offers boundless opportunities for exciting outdoor adventures in one of the world's most diverse ecosystems. From white water kayaking and rafting to salmon and trout fishing, horseback riding, snowmobiling and skiing in Mt. Ashland, hiking and mountain biking, no matter what your skills or abilities, there is always an adventure just around the bend. Come take a look and you might even see spy a rare Green Sturgeon or Black Bear on the Rogue River shores. Let out  your inner rogue and jump into the great outdoors with a visit to the Siskiyou National Forest today.

Hours

Call +1-541-247-7091 for specific park hours.

Prices

Park facilities are free.

Events

Call +1-541-247-7091 for event information

Activities

• White Water Kayaking
• River Rafting
• Lake & Stream Fishing
• Hiking & Biking Trails
• Horse Trails
• Skiing & Snowmobiling

Do I need to pay any fees to hike Sisikiyou National Forest?

No, you do not have to pay a fee to hike in the Sisikiyou National Forest. However, other activities, such as camping, rental cabins, skiing and more may require fees or permits. Please visit the website to see if your planned activity is free.

What are the day hiking areas at Sisikiyou National Forest?

In the Sisikiyou National Forest there are 13 Ranger Districts and Wilderness areas that have well over 100 day-hiking trails and campgrounds. Please visit the Day Hiking page on the website to view and learn more about them.

• https://www.fs.usda.gov/activity/rogue-siskiyou/recreation/hiking/?recid=69400&actid=50

Salmon King Lodge Guide Service - An Incomparable Rogue River Fishing Adventure

Salmon King Lodge Guide Service takes you on a salmon or trout fishing experience that extends beyond the Rogue Bay and into the beautiful Rogue River as it snakes and winds through the Sisykiou National Forest. Offering some of the best salmon fishing in the world, their renowned IGFA Certified Professional Guide, Bill Divens, will help you to experience an amazing outdoor fishing adventure you'll never forget. You'll follow the salmon from the ocean to pristine upstream holding waters deep in the forest to bring home the take for the day, all cleaned and freshly filleted right in front of your eyes. Dive into this special fishing experience today.

Hours

Call +1-866-877-8354 or email bill@salmonkinglodge.com for hours.

Prices

$450-$1050, depending on number of anglers. Includes high-quality rods, reels, terminal tackle, lures & bait and fileting of your catch.

Events

Call +1-866-877-8354 or email bill@salmonkinglodge.com for details.

Activities

• Salmon River Fishing
• IGFA Certified Professional Guide
• Child Friendly
• Live Bait
• No Mixed Groups
• 25' x 106' Willie Predator Boat

When is the best Rogue Salmon season?

If you're looking to catch Rogue River Steelhead salmon, the best fishing season is December through early March. From late March through June, the Rogue River is considered to be one of the best fishing rivers in the world for catching Chinook salmon.

What types of excursions can I book?

At Salmon King Lodge Guide Service, you can book two to five person, 8-hour salmon or trout river fishing excursions that include rods, reels & tackle, live bait, lures and catch cleaning and filleting. For more information about creating a custom fishing adventure, please call +1-866-877-8354.

• Salmon King Lodge

Otter Point State Recreation Site - The Beach Hideaway On The Oregon Trail

Come experience majestic views, great hikes and spectacular sunsets from the flat, sandy beaches at Otter Point State Recreation Site. Located just 3 miles north of Gold Beach and the mouth of the Rogue River, Otter Point is a wonderful small state park with much to offer those seeking to experience the beauty of nature and outdoor adventures at the same time. With two almost hidden beaches and a spectacularly carved sandstone point, you can hike, fish, whale watch and even take your dog on a walk in the "unleashed" area of the beach. Driftwood, beach grass covered dunes and several small creeks mark these wild and practically untouched Oregon beaches, making a visit to them the perfect addition to your vacation plans.

Hours

Open year round. Day-use parks are open from dawn to dusk.

Prices

Park facilities are free.

Events

For Event information call +1-541-332-6774

Activities

• Whale Watching
• Hiking Trails
• Scenic Viewpoints
• Beach Access
• Fishing
• Off Leash Dog Area

What's the best trail at Otter Point?

Otter Point Trail, a 0.3 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Gold Beach, features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all skill levels. Primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips and birding, it's popular yet not overcrowded and is accessible year-round.

Is swimming allowed at Otter Point?

Many beaches in Oregon State Parks are open to unsupervised swimming and surfing. You are responsible for your own safety. Please swim with a buddy and be aware of the weather, wind and ocean riptides.

• https://www.alltrails.com/parks/us/oregon/otter-point-state-recreation-site

Cape Sebastian State Scenic Corridor - An Oregon Treasure

Give yourself  the gift of experiencing amazing natural beauty with a visit to one of the highest, windiest and most sheer-sided points along the southern Oregon coast. Cape Sebastian State Scenic Corridor, a wooded promontory offering spectacular vistas and over 80 miles of shoreline from Humbug Mountain, OR to the tip of northern California, is one of Southern Oregon's natural treasures. Take a forest hike or a natural trail down to the beach where you can fish or wildlife watch. Photograph the abundant land and sea wildlife that's around every corner. and stake your spot on the beach to watch the huge gray whales migrate south for the winter or north for the summer. Open year round and easily accessible right off US Route 101,  isn't it time for you to put a visit to Cape Sebastian on your travel bucket list?

Hours

Open year round. Day-use parks are open from dawn to dusk.

Prices

Park facilities are free

Events

Please call +1-541-469-2021 for Events Calendar.

Activities

• Hiking
• Fishing
• Beach Access
• Wildlife Photography
• Whale Watching
• Scenic Viewpoints

Where can I swim at Cape Sebastian?

Many beaches within Oregon State Parks are open to unsupervised swimming and surfing. You are responsible for your own safety. Please swim with a buddy and be aware of the weather, wind and ocean riptides.

Is hunting allowed near Cape Sebastian?

While Cape Sebastian is mainly known for its fishing and wildlife watching experiences, some areas of the state park do allow hunting. For specific information about hunting near Cape Sebastian, please contact the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW) at +1-503-947-6022.

• https://oregonstateparks.org/index.cfm?do=visit.dsp_faq

Jerry's Rogue Jets - The Original Rogue River Jet Boat Tour

Get in touch with nature, Southern Oregon's history and your "wild" side on this renowned  jet boating adventure that's all about experiencing the Rogue RIver's incredible natural beauty, abundant wildlife and pristine wilderness. This premier jet boat trip offers experienced narrators who highlight Rogue River history, its famous lore and everything else along the way. From 64 to 80 to 104 mile round-trip river adventures, Jerry's Rogue Jets is the only commercial jet boat trip operating in the ‘Wild' section of the Rogue River, and is great family fun that's safe for all ages. Plus, all jet boat pilots are Rogue River Veteran Boat Men and Coast Guard Certified. 35,000 annual travelers can't be wrong! Book a river adventure you'll never forget with Jerry's Rogue Jets today.

Hours

Operating daily May - October,  with departure times beginning at 9am.

Prices

$50-95 (Meal cost not included $8-16)

Events

Jet boat the ‘Historic Mail Boat route' just as Rogue River pioneers have done since 1895.

Activities

• 64-Mile Round-Trip ‘Historic Mail Route'
• 80-Mile Round-Trip ‘Whitewater Excursion'
• 104-Mile Round-Trip ‘Wilderness Whitewater'
• Delicious Meal Stops
• Overnight Trips
• Group Rates

What should I bring on a jet boat trip?

Dress in warm layers with an insulated jacket on top and lighter layers underneath for when it warms up. Sunglasses, digital cameras, sunscreen, water, binoculars and a hat are great to have on hand. Please leave phones and reading material at home.

When's the best time of year to plan a jet boat trip?

In Southern Oregon, the best time to experience exciting and family friendly jet boat trips on the Rogue River is from the late spring through the early fall. Generally, the Jet Boat season runs from May 1st until October 15th.

• https://www.roguejets.com/