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| | Backcountry trekking in Oregon is such a fine thing to do. Wilderness hiking trails are tremendous and plentiful in Oregon; one of those is Twin Ponds Trail in Klamath County. Each one of the many backpacking and hiking trails of Oregon has its own unique loveliness. There's not much difference in elevation along the hiking trail which means the conditions are about the same from start to finish. The yearly precipitation here at Twin Ponds Trail is about average; November is the wettest month with most rain, and July on the other hand is the driest. Backcountry |
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trekking here in the Southern Cascade Range is a fine way to explore these summits. The time needed for this hike is roughly 8.5 hours, but of course some people walk a bit slower and some a bit faster. Twin Ponds Trail is 10.2 miles long; it's a long hiking trail. Sometimes this
| | hiking trail gets really dry, so make sure you check current conditions and fire restrictions with local forest authorities before you head out. Summertime highs at Twin Ponds Trail generally tend to be in the 80's. Once the sun is down it sinks down to the 40's. The cold days of the winter come with highs in the 40's while Twin Ponds Trail night low temperatures throughout the winter are in the 20's. Hitting the hiking trails is always a fun thing to do, and Twin Ponds Trail in Klamath County, Oregon is a tremendous pick. Here in Oregon trekking is | |
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so much fun. This is a region covered with lots of trails. Twin Ponds Trail is many miles long, and it's pretty flat which makes this a very tough trail for advanced trekkers looking for a good challenge. Please follow all local rules about fires and camping. This is a hiking trail
that is quite long, so do pack enough food to last the whole trip. Twin Ponds Trail is positioned a rather lengthy trip from Klamath Falls, but many folks like to backcountry walk here to be next to the fresh air. The total elevation difference for Twin Ponds Trail is 1,377 feet
which is about average. This is a two-ended trail with two trailheads, so backcountry backpacking it one way is an option if you can arrange for a ride back.
Briefly about the general area:
Whitewater paddling is good on Rogue River - North Fork; a visit to Twin Ponds
Trail wouldn't be complete without taking a look at Christis Spring. Getting to Long Creek from Twin Ponds Trail is easy, and camping is available at Upper South Fork Campground.
A great location to camp here at Twin Ponds Trail is Saddle Campground; some nearby water includes
Swan Creek. Having a good time in the Southern Cascade Range is easy. A journey to Buck Basin rejuvenates the soul; since you're here you should take a look at Doe Point. But wait, there's more to do in close proximity to Twin Ponds Trail. McKee Basin is right here at Twin Ponds
Trail, and Gypsy Spring is an inspiring location to have a look at while here.
But wait, there's more enjoyable things to do in the Southern Cascade Range.
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Location of Trailhead 1: Latitude 42.4943, Longitude -122.3233
- - Directions and Road Map
Location of Trailhead 2: Latitude 42.4549, Longitude -122.2477
- - Directions and Road Map
Trailhead 1 to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 5.1 miles
Total climbing distance = 2.5 miles
Difficulty : Medium
Casual Hiking Pace:
4.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
2.5 hours
Trailhead 2 to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 5.1 miles
Total climbing distance = .6 miles
Difficulty : Easy
Casual Hiking Pace:
3.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
2 hours
| | Trailhead 1 back to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 10.2 miles
Total climbing distance = 3.1 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
8.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
5 hours
Trailhead 2 back to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 10.2 miles
Total climbing distance = 3.1 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
8.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
5 hours
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Total elevation difference: 1377 feet
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User input for Twin Ponds Trail, Southern Cascade Range, Klamath County, Oregon:
Outdoors Recreation Near Klamath Falls, Oregon
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Klamath Falls, Oregon, the metro area neareast to Twin Ponds Trail. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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Current weather conditions at Twin Ponds Trail, Southern Cascade Range, Klamath County, Oregon
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| These outdoors activities are available near Twin Ponds Trail. |
| | Trails Near Twin Ponds Trail:
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Blue Rock Trail, Klamath County
County
, 1 miles away, 7.6 hiking miles, 925 feet elevation difference |
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Cat Hill Way, Jackson County
County
, 2 miles away, 4.5 hiking miles, 2014 feet elevation difference |
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Blue Canyon Trail, Klamath County
County
, 3 miles away, 10 hiking miles, 763 feet elevation difference |
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Crater Trail, Jackson County
County
, 3 miles away, 4.4 hiking miles, 2571 feet elevation difference |
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Mount McLoughlin Trail, Klamath County
County
, 3 miles away, 14 hiking miles, 4813 feet elevation difference |
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Four Mile Lake Trail, Klamath County
County
, 4 miles away, 7.4 hiking miles, 434 feet elevation difference |
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South Fork Trail, Klamath County
County
, 4 miles away, 7.4 hiking miles, 1813 feet elevation difference |
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| | Whitewater Near Twin Ponds Trail:
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Rogue River - North Fork, Jackson County
County
, 21 miles away, Class IV(V+) - 3.3 miles long (Mill Creek Falls to Lost Creek Lake) |
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Rogue River - North Fork, Jackson County
County
, 22 miles away, Class III - 6 miles long (River Bridge to North Fork Park) |
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Jenny Creek, Jackson / Siskiyou County
County
, 23 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 14 miles long (Ashland Oregon to Iron Gate Reservoir California) |
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Big Butte Creek, Jackson County
County
, 24 miles away, Class III-IV - 9.5 miles long (Butte Falls to Netherlands Road) |
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| | Hotels Near Twin Ponds Trail:
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Lithia Springs Resort And Gardens, Ashland
, 24 miles away |
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Windmill Inn And Suites Of Ashland, Ashland
, 30 miles away |
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Ashland, Or, Ashland
, 30 miles away |
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Ashland Super 8 Motel, Ashland
, 30 miles away |
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Ashland Springs Hotel, Ashland
, 33 miles away |
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