Horse Riding and Camping
Riding through a forest’s diverse landscapes, from dense woodlands to open meadows, offers a unique and intimate way to connect with nature and experience the wilderness's tranquility and beauty.
Horseback riding in the National Forest allows you to:
- Access Remote Areas: On horseback, you can reach parts of the forest that might be inaccessible by foot or vehicle, uncovering hidden gems and secluded spots.
- Enjoy a Unique Perspective: Experiencing the forest from the height of a horse adds a new dimension to your adventure, providing a different view of the surrounding nature and wildlife.
- Connect with History: Traveling by horse evokes the traditional means of exploring and appreciating these lands, offering a sense of connection to the past and the timeless beauty of the natural world.
- Bond with Your Horse: A unique bond forms between a rider and their horse when navigating the trails together, enhancing the overall experience of the journey.
- Promote Conservation: Horseback riding in designated areas helps promote sustainable tourism and awareness for conserving these beautiful natural spaces.
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Kalmiopsis Wilderness
The United States Congress designated the Kalmiopsis Wilderness in 1964, and it now totals180,095 acres. This Wilderness includes the headwater basin of the Chetco and North Fork Smith Rivers, and a…
Lithia Loop
Lithia Loop starts and ends in Ashland’s Lithia Park (elevation 1950 feet), and is a loop route ridden entirely on roads, most of which are closed to vehicle traffic. From Lithia Park's Upper Duck…
North Fork Campground
North Fork Campground offers scenic views and opportunity for fishing, swimming and hiking. Fish Lake Traihead is just across street from the campground. Facilities9 campsites with picnic tables,…
Oak Flat Campground
This site is located along the Wild and Scenic Illinois River and the Illinois River West Trailhead. For tents and small trailers only.Facilities15 campsites with picnic tables and fire pitsNo…
PCNST #2000 - California Cook and Green Pass
After ascending northward up the steep slopes of California’s Klamath River Canyon, the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail reaches the watershed divide between the Klamath River drainage on the…
PCNST #2000 - Griffin Pass to State Highway 140
East of Interstate 5, this section of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail enters the volcanic mountains of the Cascade Range. Following a northeast path after crossing Highway 66 northeast…
PCNST #2000 - State Highway 140 to Crater Lake NP
For those who have the time, this is a beautiful section of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail. This section lies within the beautiful Sky Lakes Wilderness. It offers outstanding vistas and many…
Powers Ranger District
Powers Ranger District encompasses the northwestern portion of the RRSNF, and the office is located at:42861 Highway 242Powers OR 97466Phone: (541) 439-6200
Red Buttes Wilderness
The 20,796-acre Red Buttes Wilderness straddles the crest of the Siskiyou Mountains. The twin summits of Red Buttes anchor the southern extreme of the area in California, where reddish peridotite…
Rogue Umpqua Divide Wilderness: Rogue-Siskiyou
The 35,701-acre Rogue-Umpqua Divide Wilderness is located in southwest Oregon, ten miles west of Crater Lake National Park. Elevations range from 3000 to 6800 feet along the divide between the Rogue…