Rainforest Trail #1310
There is a seasonal area closure from January 1 to July 15 to protect sensitive nesting habitat. During this time, please do not hike on any roads, trails, or off-trail areas on National Forest lands north of the Salmon River. The exception is The Rainforest Trail, which remains open to hiking use year-round. This seasonal closure does not apply to lands managed by The Nature Conservancy.
This trail runs north to south within the Cascade Head Scenic Research Area. The Sitka Spruce-Western Hemlock rain forest here has been studied by foresters since 1934. This trail is less crowded than the other two popular trails in the area – it is entirely inland and has no coastline viewpoints. Mid-way on the trail near the headwaters of Calkins Creek there remains a grove of six-foot diameter old growth Sitka spruce. Trail has a forested backdrop with large Sitka spruce, Western hemlock, Douglas fir and Red alder. The Rainforest Trail #1310 is part of the Oregon Coast Trail (OCT).
Specific Trail Information
Trail Number
Trail Type
General Information
Close to:
No
Day use only. No overnight camping or parking.
