Rogue River - Upper Rogue River
Crater Lake National Park to Gold Hill
The World Famous Rogue River was designated one of the nations first
Wild and Scenic Rivers by United States Congress in 1968.
The Rogue River begins its 200-mile journey to the Pacific Ocean from crystal
clear cold springs at the 6000 foot elevation on the west slope of Mount Mazama
an ancient volcano now Crater Lake National Park.
Crater Lake National Park
website. The Rogue River drainage is over 5000 square miles of Southwest Oregon. Starting in springs in the Cascade Mountains within Crater Lake National Park and flowing
as a Wild and Scenic River westward through the dense Old Growth Forests of Douglas Fir in the Rogue River National Forest on its path Pacific
Ocean.
 The Rogue
River flows 75 miles west through old growth forests while passing
through old logging and mining towns of Prospect, Trail, Shady Cove and Eagle Point before entering the Rogue
River Valley near the
cities of Medford and Central Point. This area is famous for its
Spring King Salmon fishing May thru July and Summer Steelhead Fishing July thru November.
Flyfishing for Summer Steelhead is a favorite method.
Our Guides and Outfitter
members will help you
have a successful fishing excursion.
Whitewater Rafting is a favorite summer activity on the Scenic Rogue River.
Our
Whitewater
Guides and Outfitters members can give you a safe fun Whitewater Rafting
experience. Raft rentals are available for those wanting to go it on there own
also. Rogue Klamath Adventures can
help.
Area Lakes of Lost Creek, Applegate, Howard Prairie, Hyatt, Lake of the
Woods, Fish Lake and Agate Lake offer camping and fishing opportunities. Several
Jackson County and State Parks are nearby for camping and recreation.
Summer Steelhead Photo by Don Roberts
The Upper Rogue River area will give the traveler a recreational choice of Salmon,
Steelhead and Trout fishing, white water rafting, lakes, camping, hiking, golf,
snow sports, shopping, music and theater.
Medford Oregon
The Greater Medford Oregon area, located in the Rogue River Valley, is the professional and retail trade center for eight counties in southern Oregon and northern California.
The City of Medford, incorporated in 1905, is the seat of Jackson County.
 Medford living can be as active or as relaxing as you choose. Avid walkers delight in getting from place to place, thanks to the well cared for and well lighted sidewalks in the downtown area. It is also an ideal way to see the horticultural beauty of Alba Park, the quaint streetscapes, the arts and educational district, and the historic architecture.
Medford's location helps it offer the professional and cultural activities of a metropolitan area in a city of just 63,154. Whether you visit Medford for business, to take advantage of its many cultural and recreational opportunities, or to visit family and friends, you will find a warm welcome here.
Population
Jackson County 2000: 181,269 / Medford 2000: 63,154
Ashland Oregon
Ashland Oregon lies 15 miles north of the
California border, in the foothills of a snowcapped peak, surrounded by
mountains. Southern Oregon University is located there, as well as the
world-renowned Shakespeare Festival. Ashland's population is comprised of
both lifelong residents, solidly rooted in small-town living, and former
metropolitan area residents looking for a more relaxed pace and a better quality
of life.
Population:
Ashland: 19,490 / Jackson County 2000: 181,269
Recreational Opportunities:
Mt. Ashland Ski Resort, Valley Orchards, Rogue River, Shakespearean Festival,
Crater Lake National Park, Peter Britt Music Festival, Emigrant Lake Reservoir,
Ashland Ice Rink, Valley of the Rogue State Park, Stewart State Park, Casey
State Park, National Forest, Klamath National Forest.
Jacksonville Oregon
Nestled in the beautiful
foothills of the Siskiyou Mountains lies the city of Jacksonville. It has been
hailed as one of the most historically significant communities in the western
United States.
Jacksonville is
located less than 30 miles north of the California border and is easily
accessible from Interstate 5. It sits in the countryside 5 miles west of Medford
on the Jacksonville Highway, nestled against the foothills of the Siskiyou
Mountains in Southern Oregon.
General Information
The historic character of this 19th Century town and the colorful legends of the
past are woven into the fabric of everyday life in Jacksonville, reflected in
the architecture and historic landmarks that line the streets. Home to Britt
Music Festival.
History
After the Gold Rush Gold was first discovered in the
Oregon territory at Rich Gulch in 1851, miners flocked to the Rogue Valley from
everywhere
to seek their fortune. Within months, thousands were scouring the hills hoping
to stake a claim.
A thriving mining
camp emerged along the gold-lined creeks and before long, the bustling camp was
transformed into a town named “Jacksonville”. As luck would have it, Peter
Britt, Oregon’s first photographer, arrived by oxen cart in 1852. After a brief
period of gold mining and operating a pack train, he returned to his passion for
photography. Britt captured the landscape of Jacksonville’s early history with
pictures of people, architecture, events and natural settings that reflected the
unusual lives and colorful legends of the day.
In 1966, the entire town of
Jacksonville was designated a National Historic Landmark by the U.S. Department
of the Interior and in 2001, was named one of the 12 Distinctive Destinations in
the United States. More than 80 individual buildings are on the National
Register of Historic Places.
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