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| | Every hiking and backpacking trail in Oregon is different from the others. This part of Oregon has a wonderful deal of available outdoors endeavors. Backcountry backpacking here in Oregon never gets boring. This wilderness trail has a total elevation difference of 2,706 feet which is a higher than average number. This is one of a very small number of hiking trails in this neighborhood. The backpacking and hiking trails of the Central Cascade Range are a really great way to spend quality time in the outdoors. Magnificent hiking and backpacking trails in Oregon |
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are in abundance, and Gold Point Trail in Lane County is one of them. Gold Point Trail is a wet location that gets a good deal of precipitation; the wettest month of the year is typically November, that's the one that rains the most; the driest month of the year is July. With its
| | 5.8 miles of walking distance it's a mid length trek. At parts of the year this vicinity sees very little rain, so don’t forget to check for any current fire restrictions before you go. This backpacking and hiking trail is a normal length backpacking and hiking trail having an average number of uphill miles which makes it a tremendous hiking trail for the average person looking for a tremendous adventure. Different parts of Gold Point Trail are at very different elevations, so keep in mind that you may need to dress differently at different elevations. | |
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And keep in mind that there could be temporary safety restrictions in spot. This backcountry hike shouldn't take more than 5 hours, but you never know stuff could go wrong and you could get stuck so be prepared for that. Gold Point Trail is not that long but it's always tremendous
to bring some emergency supplies, you never know what could happen. There is only one trailhead, so in and out is the way to backcountry hike it normally. Ok, you've been cooped up too long, time to get out in nature a bit, and Gold Point Trail in Lane County, Oregon is a really
glorious place to spend some time. Summer at Gold Point Trail arrives with high temperatures in the 80's, and through the night it cools down to the 50's. During the wintertime highs are frequently in the 40's, and through the dark hours in the wintertime at Gold Point Trail temperatures
dip to the 30's. Rather far from Albany-Lebanon you come across Gold Point Trail, but what a good place for backcountry hiking it is.
Briefly about the general area:
So much enjoyable stuff to do in the Central Cascade Range, not enough time. There's so much to do here
at Gold Point Trail that you need to camp here for a while, Oakridge Mobile Home Park is a glorious spot for that, and get drenched paddling on Christy Creek. Stay the night at Oakridge RV Park, and while you're here, you could visit Marine Creek.
Why not pop by nearby PK Creek if you're here at Gold Point Trail, and paddling on Willamette River - North Fork of Middle Fork is so much fun.
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Location of Trailhead: Latitude 43.9536, Longitude -122.4676
- - Directions and Road Map
Total in and out hiking length = 5.8 miles
Total climbing distance = 2 miles
Difficulty : Medium
Casual Hiking Pace:
5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
3 hours
Total elevation difference: 2706 feet
Best Western Oakridge Inn, Oakridge
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11 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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Village Inn, Springfield
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38 miles away
The Village Inn Springfield Oregon is your ideal choice for Springfield Oregon hotels. The Village Inn provides lodging near the University of Oregon, Autzen Stadium, Downtown Eugene and just blocks a...
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Outdoors Recreation Near Albany-Lebanon, Oregon
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Albany-Lebanon, Oregon, the metro area neareast to Gold Point Trail. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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Current weather conditions at Gold Point Trail, Central Cascade Range, Lane County, Oregon
Local climate location: LEABURG 5 miles away
      
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Super 8 Creswell, Creswell
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39 miles away
Conveniently located on I-5 at Exit, 182, our Super 8 is AAA approved. We have a friendly staff and are also Pet Friendly. We offer a SuperStart Breakfast, Free High Speed Wirelless Internet, an Out...
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Holiday Inn SPRINGFIELD NORTHWEST, Springfield
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41 miles away
Eugene Hotel Offers Free Shuttle Service For a convenient location and 'excellent'- rated service, visit the newly built, 100% smoke free Holiday Inn Eugene North - Springfield, Oregon. Our hotel's...
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More Hotels and Campgrounds Near Gold Point Trail, Central Cascade Range, Lane County, Oregon
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| These outdoors activities are available near Gold Point Trail. |
| | Whitewater Near Gold Point Trail:
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Willamette River - North Fork of Middle Fork, Lane County
County
, 7 miles away, Class IV-V - 13.5 miles long (to Westfir) |
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Christy Creek, Lane County
County
, 8 miles away, Class III-V(V+) - 9 miles long (to Confluence with Willamette) |
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Quartz Creek, Lane County
County
, 10 miles away, Class II-IV - 5 miles long (Quartz Creek Road Mile 7.5 Bridge to Mile 2 Bridge) |
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Salmon Creek, Lane County
County
, 10 miles away, Class II-V - 12 miles long (Top of Upper Salmon Creek Gorge to Oakridge) |
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Willamette River - Middle Fork, Lane County
County
, 10 miles away, Class II - 12.5 miles long (Hills Creek Dam to Lookout Point Reservoir) |
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Best Western Oakridge Inn, Oakridge
, 11 miles away |
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Village Inn, Springfield
, 38 miles away |
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Super 8 Creswell, Creswell
, 39 miles away |
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Holiday Inn SPRINGFIELD NORTHWEST, Springfield
, 41 miles away |
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Courtyard By Marriott Eugene Springfield, Springfield
, 41 miles away |
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