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| | When was the last time you got out in the wilderness a bit? Fish Lake Trail in Douglas County, Oregon is such a brilliant place. Each backcountry trail in Oregon has something unique to offer. Oregon has so much to offer the wilderness lovers. With its 9 miles of walking distance it's an average length hiking and backpacking trail. Backcountry trekking here in Oregon is a good idea. There are many glorious backcountry trails in Oregon, and among these are Fish Lake Trail in Douglas County. Keep in mind that this is a long backpacking and hiking trail, so |
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make sure you bring plenty of supplies. Throughout the summertime at Fish Lake Trail highs are mostly in the 80's, and all through the night it cools down to the 40's. For the duration of the winter this spot gets highs in the 40's, and after the sun is down all through the winter
| | temperatures at Fish Lake Trail descend into the 30's. This is just one of a large number of trails in this region. Different parts of this hiking and backpacking trail are at very different elevations, so keep in mind that you may need to dress differently at different elevations. You'll must go far from Medford to get to Fish Lake Trail, but trekking along this backpacking and hiking trail is very amusing. A good deal of rain falls at Fish Lake Trail; most of the rain falls through November while July is the month with the least amount of precipitation. | |
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Sometimes this backpacking and hiking trail gets really dry, so do check for current fire restrictions before you go if you plan to bring a stove or make a camp fire. And keep in mind that there could be temporary safety restrictions in spot. The length of this great outdoors trail
is about average having an average number of uphill miles which makes it a great trail for experienced hikers in great shape. The total elevation difference for Fish Lake Trail is 2,685 feet which is a higher than average number. The great outdoors trails of the Southern Cascade
Range are the best way to enjoy these highlands. Fish Lake Trail is a one trailhead hiking and backpacking trail, so you'll be backpacking it in and back out. You should count on this trek taking about 8 hours, but you never know stuff could go wrong and you could get stuck so
be prepared for that.
Briefly about the general area:
All the outdoors amusing things in the Southern Cascade Range will keep you coming back many times. Visit Highrock Creek while you're here at Fish Lake Trail; if you don't mind getting soaked, you can always go whitewater
paddling on Rogue River - North Fork. If only every site had this much outdoors cool things, what a great planet it would be. Gale Creek is a great place to go to, and sites like Grasshopper Meadow are good to stop by.
A spree to Sadie Spring will fill your soul with perfect
feelings; do pay a visit to Crater Lake National Park since you're here at Fish Lake Trail. You'll need more than a day to explore everything Fish Lake Trail has to offer, you can camp at Cliff Lake Campground, and whitewater paddling is perfect on Jackson Creek.
Yeah, come
up here to the Southern Cascade Range for a good time. Stay the night at Buckeye Lake Campground; Windy Gap is another great place to visit nearby. The beauty of mother nature reveals herself at Grasshopper Spring, and Pup Prairie is a delightful site any time of year.
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Location of Trailhead: Latitude 43.0399, Longitude -122.459
- - Directions and Road Map
Total in and out hiking length = 9 miles
Total climbing distance = 3.7 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
8 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
5 hours
Total elevation difference: 2685 feet
Best Western Oakridge Inn, Oakridge
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35 miles away
This Oakridge, Oregon hotel offers a complimentary continental breakfast each morning and convenient access to a variety of outdoor activities. Discover the Best Western Oakridge Inn, nestled agains...
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La Quinta Inn Suites White City, White City
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41 miles away
The new La Quinta Inn & Suites White City, near Medford, the gateway to Crater Lake National Park, provides spacious, modern rooms with amenities that include microwave, refrigerator, free high speed ...
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Outdoors Recreation Near Medford, Oregon
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Medford, Oregon, the metro area neareast to Fish Lake Trail. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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Current weather conditions at Fish Lake Trail, Southern Cascade Range, Douglas County, Oregon
Local climate location: IDLEYLD PARK 10 miles away
      
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Courtyard by Marriott Medford Airport, Medford
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45 miles away
Located minutes from downtown Medford and Central Point, Courtyard Medford Airport offers great accommodations and friendly service. Whether visiting for business or leisure, experience the beauty of ...
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Lithia Springs Resort And Gardens, Ashland
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45 miles away
Hello, from Ashland, Oregon Imagine, at the end of a long day's travel, relaxing in a 2 person whirlpool tub filled with hot mineral water, right in your own room. Let the relaxing quality of the min...
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| These outdoors activities are available near Fish Lake Trail. |
| | Trails Near Fish Lake Trail:
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Jackson Creek Trail, Douglas County
County
, 1 miles away, 2.9 hiking miles, 1219 feet elevation difference |
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Sandstone Trail, Douglas County
County
, 4 miles away, 3.9 hiking miles, 2406 feet elevation difference |
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Anderson Mountain Trail, Douglas County
County
, 5 miles away, 6.8 hiking miles, 1906 feet elevation difference |
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Black Rock Trail, Douglas County
County
, 6 miles away, 2 hiking miles, 926 feet elevation difference |
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Log Pile Trail, Douglas County
County
, 6 miles away, 5.2 hiking miles, 1832 feet elevation difference |
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Rattlesnake Way, Douglas County
County
, 6 miles away, 7.2 hiking miles, 2853 feet elevation difference |
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Meadow Creek Trail, Douglas County
County
, 7 miles away, 5.4 hiking miles, 2389 feet elevation difference |
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| | Whitewater Near Fish Lake Trail:
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Rogue River - North Fork, Jackson County
County
, 9 miles away, Class IV - 3 miles long (Natural Bridge to Woodruff Bridge) |
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Jackson Creek, Douglas County
County
, 11 miles away, Class IV(V) - 8 miles long (NF300 to Cover Camp) |
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Copland Creek, Douglas County
County
, 12 miles away, Class IV(V) - 5.7 miles long (Second Bridge to North Umpqua) |
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Rogue River - North Fork, Jackson County
County
, 14 miles away, Class III - 6 miles long (River Bridge to North Fork Park) |
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Rogue River - North Fork, Jackson County
County
, 17 miles away, Class IV(V+) - 3.3 miles long (Mill Creek Falls to Lost Creek Lake) |
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| | Hotels Near Fish Lake Trail:
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Best Western Oakridge Inn, Oakridge
, 35 miles away |
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La Quinta Inn Suites White City, White City
, 41 miles away |
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Courtyard by Marriott Medford Airport, Medford
, 45 miles away |
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Lithia Springs Resort And Gardens, Ashland
, 45 miles away |
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Candlewood Suites MEDFORD, Medford
, 45 miles away |
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