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Recreation Region: Wild Rivers Ranger District

Illinois River East Trailhead

Trailhead offers parking and a registration board.

Provides access to:

Facilities

  • No picnic table
  • No fire pit
  • No drinking water
  • Vault toilet
  • No garbage disposal - Please pack it out
Current Conditions
Although the Forest Service and partners have been repairing and maintaining many of the affected trails following several major fires, visitors should take into consideration that travel and camping may be more difficult and require greater concern for safety. Be mindful of things like standing dead snags, high winds, and weather patterns that change quickly.

General Information

Wilderness regulations apply within Kalmiopsis Wilderness.

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 42.378

Longitude: -123.803

Directions

From Grants Pass, OR, go south on Highway 199 (Redwood Highway) 18 miles to Selma, OR. Turn right at the Post Office (yellow flashing light) on to County Road 5070 (Illinois River Road) which becomes Forest Road 4103. The road is paved only short distance past Store Gulch. The remainder of the road is gravel / dirt often with potholes. The last few miles get more narrow and rugged and high clearance vehicles are suggested. The road ends at the trailhead. There are some junctions to private property in the Oak Flat area. At the junction with Forest Road 4105, stay to the left on 4103.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

General HikingGeneral Hiking

Last updated January 27, 2026

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