Hiking in Southern Oregon. Southern Oregon offers hikers many options for a great outdoor vacation. Oregon has thousands of miles of isolated deciduous and old growth forests, along with hundreds of miles of trail systems. Much of this is high country, although three are several ocean and coastal beach trails. Oregon hikers can enjoy the high mountain old growth forest trails, with icy bubbling springs and streams, jewel like mountain lakes and canyon bottoms covered with moss and fern. In addition, there is some great hiking trails along the Oregon coast with beautiful vistas and quiet beaches.
The Illinois Trail offers a hike through the north end of the Kalmiopsis Forest. It is a reasonably difficult trail and is especially close to the Bald Mountain. However, it offers spectacular views of the rugged canyon. From late May through July, a variety of wildflowers are in bloom, and there are camping sites along the trail. Additionally, there are a number of side trails intersecting this trail. No power-driven or mechanized equipment (such as bicycles) are permissible within the wilderness or on the trail, and other sections are closed to motor vehicles from May 15 till September 15. The trail features stunning wildflowers, old-growth trees, strong and steep river canyons and a variety of wildlife.
Visit Southern Oregon today for some of the best hiking trails around!
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