Southard Lake Trail #1187


This short easy trail leads to a small clear lake. The lake is approximately 0.5 acre with an average depth of 3 feet. The lake is a good location for a picnic, affording the peace and quiet of a forest setting. Opportunities include botanical observation, day hiking, wildlife observation, berry picking and solitude.

At a Glance

Fees: No
Open Season: Spring - Fall
Usage: Light
Closest Towns:
  • Gold Beach, OR
Water: Not available. Surface water should be treated.
Information Center: Gold Beach Ranger District

General Information

Directions:

From Gold Beach, Oregon, take Jerry’s Flat Road (County Road 595, which becomes Forest Road 33) approximately 10 miles to Lobster Creek. Stay on Forest Road 33 approximately 39.3 miles to Forest Road 3340 (Sawtooth Foster Road). Follow Forest Road 3340 about 1.3 miles to the trailhead.


General Notes:
  • Trail is not designed for: mountain bike, motorized bike, ATV, 4-wheel drive, barrier free

Activities

Day Hiking

Difficulty Level: Easy

Horse Riding

Difficulty Level: Easy

Recreation Areas

Recreation Activities

Location

 
  Area/Length : 
0.5 miles

  Elevation : 
2,400 feet