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Rogue River - Upper Rogue River

Crater Lake National Park to Gold Hill

Medford  / Ashland  / Jacksonville

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 in Winter

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.

Jacksonville  / Medford  / Ashland 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.Rogue Klamath Adventures, Whitewater Rafting , Rafting, 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.

Steelhead /

Summer Steelhead  Photo by Don Roberts

Medford / Jacksonville / Ashland

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.

Steelhead Fly Fishing / Steelhead Flyfishing / Fly Fishing / 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.

Ashland / 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 Jacksonville / Applegate Valley / Valley / Ashland / Medford

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.

Britt Music Festival / Jacksonville / Music / Theater

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.
Old House on HWY 62 Eagle Point, Oregon

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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