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| | There are many perfect great outdoors hiking trails in Oregon; one of them being Kelsay Way in Douglas County. Oregon is a fine site for outdoors people. Here in Oregon backcountry backpacking is a glorious way to spend some time. Some parts of Kelsay Way are much higher up than other parts of the hiking trail, and that means that some parts of the hiking trail could be very different from other parts of it. There are two trailheads to chose from, one in each end which means you have the option of hiking it one way if you have someone to pick you up at |
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the other end. Of course, this is an overnight walk, 2 days normally, so make sure you've got all your overnight gear packed. The length of Kelsay Way is on the longer side with an average amount of climbing distance which makes it a perfect wilderness hiking trail for experienced
| | trekkers in great shape. This great outdoors hiking trail has a total elevation difference of 2,161 feet which is about average. This vicinity does get very dry sometimes, so do check for current fire restrictions before you go if you plan to bring a stove or make a camp fire. Each great outdoors hiking trail in Oregon is worth backcountry backpacking. There are so many wilderness hiking trails in this area. The beautiful backcountry hiking trails of the Central Cascade Range are a fine way to explore these hills. And keep in mind that there could be | |
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temporary safety restrictions in location. Being 12.4 miles long; it's a long hiking trail. All the water falling down from the sky makes Kelsay Way a wet spot; the month of December is the wettest with most of the rain; the driest month of the year is July. Kelsay Way is not very
in close proximity to Klamath Falls at all, but backcountry hiking it is splendid fun any time. Time to get out, and breathe some fresh air, and Kelsay Way in Douglas County, Oregon is such a nice spot. Now this hiking and backpacking trail is pretty long, so make sure you bring
plenty of supplies. Summertime highs at Kelsay Way ordinarily tend to be in the 80's. Summer nighttime lows descend down to the 40's. High temperatures through the winter are normally in the 40's with winter lows in the 20's overnight here at Kelsay Way.
Briefly about the
general area:
Warrior Creek is a magnificent spot to take a look at; if you're here why not check out Windigo Pass. Stay the night at Diamond Lake RV Park, and do set aside some time for Slim Prairie if you're here at Kelsay Way.
Man, is there a heap of entertaining stuff
to do in the Central Cascade Range. Visit Bradley Creek while you're here at Kelsay Way, and since you're here at Kelsay Way it's a great idea to stop by Pumice Flat. If you have a thing about the outdoors, you'll love Kelsay Way. Crystal Springs is an inspiring location to explore
during your stay. A trip to Crater Lake National Park is recommended, and Kelsay Way is a splendid location to camp, Lake Lucile Campground is a splendid location.
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Location of Trailhead 1: Latitude 43.3126, Longitude -122.1138
- - Directions and Road Map
Location of Trailhead 2: Latitude 43.3699, Longitude -122.0812
- - Directions and Road Map
Trailhead 1 to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 6.2 miles
Total climbing distance = 4.3 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
6.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
3.5 hours
Trailhead 2 to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 6.2 miles
Total climbing distance = 1 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
4.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
2.5 hours
| | Trailhead 1 back to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 12.4 miles
Total climbing distance = 5.3 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
2 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
7 hours
Trailhead 2 back to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 12.4 miles
Total climbing distance = 5.3 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
2 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
7 hours
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Total elevation difference: 2161 feet
Best Western Oakridge Inn, Oakridge
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34 miles away
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44 miles away
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Outdoors Recreation Near Klamath Falls, Oregon
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| These outdoors activities are available near Kelsay Way. |
| | Trails Near Kelsay Way:
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Calamut Way, Douglas County
County
, 3 miles away, 2.7 hiking miles, 595 feet elevation difference |
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Windy Pass Way, Douglas County
County
, 3 miles away, 10.5 hiking miles, 1518 feet elevation difference |
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Sawtooth Way, Douglas County
County
, 3 miles away, 4.8 hiking miles, 1284 feet elevation difference |
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Windigo Way, Douglas County
County
, 4 miles away, 3.2 hiking miles, 738 feet elevation difference |
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Maidu Lake Way, Douglas County
County
, 4 miles away, 16.4 hiking miles, 2026 feet elevation difference |
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Timpanogas Way, Douglas County
County
, 4 miles away, 4 hiking miles, 432 feet elevation difference |
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Pacific Crest Trail - section 20, County
County
, 5 miles away, 85 hiking miles, 3344 feet elevation difference |
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| | Whitewater Near Kelsay Way:
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Hills Creek, Lane County
County
, 23 miles away, Class IV - 6 miles long (6 mi above Reservoir) |
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Salt Creek, Lane County
County
, 26 miles away, Class III-IV - 7.2 miles long (McCredie Hot Springs to Rigdon Road Bridge) |
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| | Hotels Near Kelsay Way:
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Best Western Oakridge Inn, Oakridge
, 34 miles away |
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Best Western Newberry Station, La Pine
, 44 miles away |
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| | Lakes Near Kelsay Way
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Linda Lake, Douglas County
, 1 miles away |
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Calamut Lake, Douglas County
, 1 miles away |
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