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| | Oregon is an outstanding site for walkers. Can’t wait to get out in the outdoors, Silica Trail in Lane County, Oregon is a really splendid site to spend some time. Hiking in Oregon is a splendid idea. The total elevation difference for Silica Trail is 2,595 feet which is a higher than average number. Silica Trail is 6.6 miles long it's a mid length walk. There are two trailheads to chose from, one in each end which means you have the option of backcountry backpacking it one way if you have someone to pick you up at the other end. High temperatures at Silica |
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Trail all through the long summer days are in the 70's; the night is a bit cooler of course, frequently in the 40's. The winter comes with highs in the 40's; night lows at Silica Trail during the winter frequently plunge into the 30's. A lengthy journey divides Eugene-Springfield
| | from Silica Trail, but It's always exciting to trek here. Keep in mind that this is a long hiking trail, so make sure you bring plenty of supplies. This hiking trail is a mid length hiking trail with an average amount of climbing distance which makes this wilderness trail brilliant for hard core backpackers looking for adventure. There are plenty of backpacking and hiking trails in Oregon; each one of them has something unique to offer. Don’t forget to check for any current restrictions or closures before you go. Sometimes this hiking trail gets really dry, | |
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so do check for current fire restrictions before you go if you plan to bring a stove or make a camp fire. Silica Trail gets a large amount of water; November is when you get the most rain here, and July is the month with the least moisture. Silica Trail goes through some very different
elevations, so keep in mind that you may need to dress differently at different elevations. This is just one of a large number of wilderness trails in this vicinity. Hiking and backpacking trails like this one here in the Central Cascade Range are a really perfect way to spend
quality time in the fresh air. There are many great backpacking and hiking trails in Oregon; one of those is Silica Trail in Lane County. The time needed for this hike is roughly 5.5 hours, but you never know stuff could go wrong and you could get stuck so be prepared for that.
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So many exciting things in the Central Cascade Range, just tremendous. Camping at Slim Chance Campground is always a great experience; a great place for whitewater paddling is Sharps Creek. In case you don’t mind getting dripping wet, you can always
go whitewater paddling on Layng Creek, and don't forget to take a wonderful little visit to Clark Creek.
Coming to this river is always a good idea. A fine site to visit near Silica Trail is Sailors Gulch; if you came to camp Happy Eagle Lodge and RV's is a tremendous place to do that. Why not take a look at close by Quartz Creek while you're here at Silica Trail.
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Location of Trailhead 1: Latitude 43.5764, Longitude -122.7491
- - Directions and Road Map
Location of Trailhead 2: Latitude 43.5388, Longitude -122.7789
- - Directions and Road Map
Trailhead 1 to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 3.3 miles
Total climbing distance = 2 miles
Difficulty : Medium
Casual Hiking Pace:
3.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
2 hours
Trailhead 2 to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 3.3 miles
Total climbing distance = .6 miles
Difficulty : Easy
Casual Hiking Pace:
2.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
1.5 hours
| | Trailhead 1 back to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 6.6 miles
Total climbing distance = 2.6 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
5.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
3.5 hours
Trailhead 2 back to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 6.6 miles
Total climbing distance = 2.6 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
5.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
3.5 hours
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Total elevation difference: 2595 feet
Best Western Oakridge Inn, Oakridge
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21 miles away
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Moonstone Village Green Resort, Cottage Grove
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23 miles away
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Outdoors Recreation Near Eugene-Springfield, Oregon
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More Hotels and Campgrounds Near Silica Trail, Central Cascade Range, Lane County, Oregon
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| These outdoors activities are available near Silica Trail. |
| | Trails Near Silica Trail:
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China Creek Trail, Lane County
County
, 2 miles away, 1.5 hiking miles, 992 feet elevation difference |
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Francis Way, Lane County
County
, 3 miles away, .6 hiking miles, 136 feet elevation difference |
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Bohemia Trail, Douglas County
County
, 3 miles away, 3.8 hiking miles, 1520 feet elevation difference |
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Leach Camp Trail, Douglas County
County
, 4 miles away, 1.1 hiking miles, 1608 feet elevation difference |
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Pass Creek Trail, Douglas County
County
, 4 miles away, 3.9 hiking miles, 1839 feet elevation difference |
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Canton Creek Trail, Lane County
County
, 4 miles away, 7 hiking miles, 2981 feet elevation difference |
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| | Whitewater Near Silica Trail:
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Sharps Creek, Lane County
County
, 6 miles away, Class II-III - 7 miles long (7 mi above Layng Ck confluence) |
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Layng Creek, Lane County
County
, 7 miles away, Class IV - 5 miles long (Rujada Campground to Wildwood Falls) |
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Brice Creek, Lane County
County
, 8 miles away, Class IV-V - 5 miles long (Champion Creek to Cedar Creek Campground) |
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Canyon Creek, Douglas County
County
, 8 miles away, Class III-IV - 9 miles long (Confluence with Pass Creek to Steamboat Creek) |
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Champion Creek, Lane County
County
, 8 miles away, Class IV-V - 1.1 miles long (Gorge 1 mile above Brice Creek to Brice Creek) |
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| | Hotels Near Silica Trail:
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Steamboat Inn, Idleyld Park
, 11 miles away |
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Dogwood Motel, Idleyld Park
, 18 miles away |
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Best Western Oakridge Inn, Oakridge
, 21 miles away |
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North Umpqua Resort, Idleyld Park
, 21 miles away |
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Cascade Motel & Storage, Oakridge
, 21 miles away |
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23 miles away
