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| | Mountain Wells Trail is to be found a quite lengthy drive from Brookings, but what a good site for hiking it is. You can't spend all your time indoors you need to get out once in a while, and Mountain Wells Trail in Curry County, Oregon is a good site for getting out. If you happen to be in Oregon, why not go hiking, it is a nice way to spend some time. Every Oregon great outdoors hiking trail has its own character. This is one of a very small number of wilderness trails in this region. Backpacking and hiking trails are delightful and plentiful in Oregon; |
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one of those is Mountain Wells Trail in Curry County. Don’t forget to check for any current restrictions or closures before you go. The length of Mountain Wells Trail is on the longer side with an average amount of climbing distance which makes this wilderness trail magnificent
| | for hard core backpackers looking for adventure. This walk shouldn't take more than 8.5 hours, but of course some people walk a bit slower and some a bit faster. Mountain Wells Trail is quite long, so don't forget to pack enough supplies. High temperatures at Mountain Wells Trail all through the months of summer are in the 70's, and throughout summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. High temperatures throughout the winter are normally in the 50's, and night lows throughout the winter for Mountain Wells Trail tend to be in the 30's. Backcountry hiking | |
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here in the Coast Ranges is the best way to enjoy these mountains. Oregon is a fine spot for backcountry hikers. The total elevation difference for this backpacking trail is 625 feet which is a lower than average number. Lots of precipitation falls at Mountain Wells Trail; December
is when you get the most rain here while July is frequently the driest month. With its 9.4 miles of walking distance; it's considered a longer backcountry hike. Sometimes this 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. There's not much difference in elevation along Mountain Wells Trail which means the conditions are about the same from start to finish. This backpacking trail has two trailheads, so if you can get a ride from someone, you can walk it just one way.
Briefly
about the general area:
Some of the water close by flows, like Stonehouse Creek; Bonanza Basin is right here at Mountain Wells Trail.
You imagine that's sufficient? Just getting warmed up. Bean Riffle is an inspiring location to check out during your stay, and camping at
Agness RV Park is always a wonderful experience. A trip to Mountain Wells Trail wouldn't be complete without taking a look at Painted Riffle, and a nice forest nearby is Port Orford Cedar Experimental Forest. Having a nice time in the Coast Ranges is easy. A good spot for whitewater
paddling near Mountain Wells Trail is Coquille River - South Fork, and this is a popular spot for folks from Brookings.
If you came to camp McCurdy Campground is a glorious site to do that, and a good place like Steffin Meadow here at Mountain Wells Trail is too splendid to
miss. But wait, there's more exciting things to do in the Coast Ranges. Looking for some flowing water? Try North Fork Rock Creek; nearby you hit upon tremendous places like Copper Canyon.
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Location of Trailhead 1: Latitude 42.6024, Longitude -124.1223
- - Directions and Road Map
Location of Trailhead 2: Latitude 42.6604, Longitude -124.1393
- - Directions and Road Map
Trailhead 1 to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 4.7 miles
Total climbing distance = 2.7 miles
Difficulty : Medium
Casual Hiking Pace:
4.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
2.5 hours
Trailhead 2 to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 4.7 miles
Total climbing distance = 1.7 miles
Difficulty : Medium
Casual Hiking Pace:
4 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
2 hours
| | Trailhead 1 back to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 9.4 miles
Total climbing distance = 4.4 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
8.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
5.5 hours
Trailhead 2 back to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 9.4 miles
Total climbing distance = 4.4 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
8.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
5.5 hours
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Total elevation difference: 625 feet
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Outdoors Recreation Near Brookings, Oregon
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Brookings, Oregon, the metro area neareast to Mountain Wells Trail. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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Current weather conditions at Mountain Wells Trail, Coast Ranges, Curry County, Oregon
Local climate location: POWERS 8 miles away
     
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Wild Rivers Motor Lodge, Brookings
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31 miles away
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31 miles away
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More Hotels and Campgrounds Near Mountain Wells Trail, Coast Ranges, Curry County, Oregon
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| These outdoors activities are available near Mountain Wells Trail. |
| | Whitewater Near Mountain Wells Trail:
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Coquille River - South Fork, Coos County
County
, 9 miles away, Class II-IV - 7.7 miles long (South Fork Bridge to Myrtle Grove) |
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Coquille River - South Fork, Coos County
County
, 11 miles away, Class IV-V - 5.5 miles long (Myrtle Grove Camp Ground to Milepost 3) |
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Coquille River - South Fork, Coos County
County
, 13 miles away, Class II-IV - 6.3 miles long (2 Miles Above Powers to Baker Creek) |
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Elk River, Curry County
County
, 17 miles away, Class III-IV - 6.5 miles long (Slate Creek to Elk River Hatchery) |
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Illinois River, Josephine / Curry County
County
, 18 miles away, Class IV(V) - 31 miles long (Miami Bar to Oak Flat) |
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| | Hotels Near Mountain Wells Trail:
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Pacific Reef Resort, Gold Beach
, 23 miles away |
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Inn of the Beachcomber, Gold Beach
, 23 miles away |
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Wild Rivers Motor Lodge, Brookings
, 31 miles away |
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WESTWARD INN, Brookings
, 31 miles away |
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Best Western Beachfront Inn, Brookings
, 31 miles away |
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