Miller Lake Trailhead
A road bridge that spanned Sturgis Fork was removed in the spring of 2006. This bridge was located approximately 3.8 miles from the Miller Lake trailhead. Funding for a replacement bridge is uncertain. As a result, access to the old trailhead is now by foot, horseback, motorized bike, or ATV. Visitors must now ford the creek (dangerous during high water) and travel on the road to the trailhead. Round trip mileage is now 10.3 miles with a 1,500 foot elevation difference between Sturgis Fork on the 1020-400 road and Miller Lake.
Facilities
- No picnic table
- No fire pit
- No drinking water
- No toilet
- No garbage disposal - Please pack it out
General Information
Spring through Early Fall
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Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 42.071
Longitude: -123.298
Directions
From Ruch, OR, proceed approximately 7.7 miles and make a left onto Thompson Creek Road (just across the Applegate River, near Applegate, OR). Continue approximately 13.1 miles to Sturgis Fork Road (Forest Road 1020) and turn right. Continue to Sturgis Creek crossing, where road becomes Forest Road 400. The bridge crossing Sturgis Creek has been removed, and replacement is still uncertain, meaning the creek must be forded (DANGEROUS AT HIGH WATER LEVELS). Walk the remainder of Forest Road 400 to access the trailhead.
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
