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| | Hitting the backcountry trails is always an exciting thing to do, and Kitson Ridge Trail in Lane County, Oregon is just the spot. Every backcountry trail in Oregon is worth backcountry trekking. Rather far from Eugene-Springfield you discover Kitson Ridge Trail, but when you spend some time backcountry backpacking here you will feel like a whole new person. The high level of precipitation makes Kitson Ridge Trail a quite wet spot; the month of November is the wettest with most of the rain, and July is the month with the least moisture. The length of this |
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backcountry hiking trail is on the longer side having an average number of uphill miles which makes it a tremendous hiking trail for experienced backcountry walkers in fine shape. Some parts of Kitson Ridge Trail are much higher up than other parts of the wilderness hiking trail,
| | so keep in mind that you may need to dress differently at different elevations. At parts of the year this neighborhood sees very little rain, so don’t forget to check for any current fire restrictions before you go. Kitson Ridge Trail has a total elevation difference of 3,666 feet, and that is higher than average. A visit to Oregon is not complete without some backcountry backpacking. With its 12.6 miles of walking distance; it's longer than many wilderness hiking trails. Hiking trails for backcountry trekking, and backpacking can be found all over Oregon, | |
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and one of these is Kitson Ridge Trail in Lane County. The backcountry hiking trails of the Central Cascade Range are the best way to enjoy these highlands. Please follow all local rules about fires and camping. Of course, this is an overnight backcountry walk, 2 days normally,
so better have big backpack to fit all the stuff you need. High temperatures at Kitson Ridge Trail during the months of summer are in the 80's, and during the night it cools down to the 50's. Daytime highs during the wintertime are in the 40's; nighttime lows during the wintertime
for Kitson Ridge Trail tend to be in the 30's. This is a long trail, so make sure you bring plenty of supplies. Backcountry backpacking here in Oregon never gets boring. Kitson Ridge Trail has two trailheads, so if you can get a ride from someone, you can walk it just one way.
There are so many hiking trails in this area.
Briefly about the general area:
Salmon Falls is always fun to check out; getting to Shady Creek from Kitson Ridge Trail is simple. Just can't get enough of Kitson Ridge Trail. There's whitewater on Salt Creek for all you
adrenaline rush seekers, and High Prairie is a splendid place here at Kitson Ridge Trail.
A short tour to Cottonwood Spring is always worthwhile, and Larison Cove is not far at all. Shady Gap is a fine spot to explore, and everyone loves Crabapple Prairie. Having a great time
in the Central Cascade Range is easy. Take a little trip to Tumble Creek since you're here at Kitson Ridge Trail. You'll need more than a day to discover everything Kitson Ridge Trail has to offer, you can camp at Oakridge RV Park.
But wait, there's more enjoyable stuff to
do in the Central Cascade Range. You can run the rapids of Salmon Creek in the vicinity of Kitson Ridge Trail. There's so much to do here at Kitson Ridge Trail that you need to camp here for a while, Oakridge Mobile Home Park is a nice spot for that.
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Location of Trailhead 1: Latitude 43.7264, Longitude -122.4358
- - Directions and Road Map
Location of Trailhead 2: Latitude 43.6946, Longitude -122.3433
- - Directions and Road Map
Trailhead 1 to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 6.3 miles
Total climbing distance = 4.4 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
6.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
4 hours
Trailhead 2 to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 6.3 miles
Total climbing distance = .6 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
4.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
2 hours
| | Trailhead 1 back to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 12.6 miles
Total climbing distance = 5 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
2 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
7 hours
Trailhead 2 back to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 12.6 miles
Total climbing distance = 5 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
2 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
7 hours
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Total elevation difference: 3666 feet
Best Western Oakridge Inn, Oakridge
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7 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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Comfort Inn & Suites Creswell, Creswell
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44 miles away
Welcome to the Comfort Inn and Suites of Creswell. This hotel is close to a golf course and is within walking distance of shops and restaurants. We are just a short drive to rivers, lakes and other ou...
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User input for Kitson Ridge Trail, Central Cascade Range, Lane County, Oregon:
Outdoors Recreation Near Eugene-Springfield, Oregon
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Eugene-Springfield, Oregon, the metro area neareast to Kitson Ridge Trail. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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Current weather conditions at Kitson Ridge Trail, Central Cascade Range, Lane County, Oregon
Local climate location: LOOKOUT POINT DAM 9 miles away
       
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Super 8 Creswell/South Eugene, Creswell
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45 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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Moonstone Village Green Resort, Cottage Grove
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45 miles away
Village Green Resort is located off Interstate 5, in Cottage Grove. The resort is six miles from the covered bridges, and approximately 30 miles from Eugene Airport. We are less than a mile from two g...
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More Hotels and Campgrounds Near Kitson Ridge Trail, Central Cascade Range, Lane County, Oregon
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| These outdoors activities are available near Kitson Ridge Trail. |
| | Trails Near Kitson Ridge Trail:
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Bunchgrass Trail, Lane County
County
, 2 miles away, 5.5 hiking miles, 2141 feet elevation difference |
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Shitepoke Trail, Lane County
County
, 4 miles away, 1.6 hiking miles, 2640 feet elevation difference |
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Gobel Creek Trail, Lane County
County
, 5 miles away, 1.2 hiking miles, 632 feet elevation difference |
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Squaw Butte Trail, Lane County
County
, 5 miles away, 3.4 hiking miles, 1436 feet elevation difference |
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Cain Cabin Trail, Lane County
County
, 7 miles away, 3.6 hiking miles, 2516 feet elevation difference |
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Owl Cabin Way, Lane County
County
, 7 miles away, 2.8 hiking miles, 3365 feet elevation difference |
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Larison Creek Trail, Lane County
County
, 8 miles away, 1.6 hiking miles, 191 feet elevation difference |
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| | Whitewater Near Kitson Ridge Trail:
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Salt Creek, Lane County
County
, 3 miles away, Class III-IV - 7.2 miles long (McCredie Hot Springs to Rigdon Road Bridge) |
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Salmon Creek, Lane County
County
, 3 miles away, Class II-V - 12 miles long (Top of Upper Salmon Creek Gorge to Oakridge) |
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Hills Creek, Lane County
County
, 4 miles away, Class IV - 6 miles long (6 mi above Reservoir) |
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Willamette River - North Fork of Middle Fork, Lane County
County
, 6 miles away, Class IV-V - 13.5 miles long (to Westfir) |
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Willamette River - Middle Fork, Lane County
County
, 7 miles away, Class II - 12.5 miles long (Hills Creek Dam to Lookout Point Reservoir) |
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Best Western Oakridge Inn, Oakridge
, 7 miles away |
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Comfort Inn & Suites Creswell, Creswell
, 44 miles away |
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Super 8 Creswell/South Eugene, Creswell
, 45 miles away |
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Moonstone Village Green Resort, Cottage Grove
, 45 miles away |
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Village Inn, Springfield
, 45 miles away |
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