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Scenic Drives

Review the opportunities to take in awe-inspiring scenery as you take to the open roads on one of your National Forest Systems scenic drives. 

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Bald Knob Lookout

Site Open
Hiking Horse Riding and Camping Outdoor Science and Learning Scenic Drives
As dusk falls and the sun sets, enjoy spectacular views overlooking Eden Valley to the north, the Rogue River to the south, and the forests beyond, from the lookout perched on the top of Bald Knob.…

Big Tree Observation Site

Outdoor Science and Learning Biking Hiking Scenic Drives
The Big Tree Observation Site contains a number of giant conifer species, including the world’s largest Port-Orford cedar tree. The area also has a few picnic sites.

Butler Bar Campground

Hiking Biking Picnicking Scenic Drives Water Activities Outdoor Science and Learning
Butler Bar Campground has primitive camping with access to the Wild and Scenic Elk River, and is adjacent to the Copper-Salmon Wilderness and Grassy Knob Wilderness.Planning to ride the Wild Coast…

Daphne Grove Campground

Hiking Biking Picnicking Scenic Drives Water Activities Outdoor Science and Learning Horse Riding and Camping
This site is located along the South Fork of the Coquille River.  There is a group shelter for up to 25 people.Facilities14 RV campsites with picnic tables, and fire pitsDrinking water (unavailable…

Eden Valley Campground

Scenic Drives Hiking Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Biking
Sites are along the Glendale-Powers Bicycle Recreation Area, a beautiful way to experience the many waterfalls and sweeping scenery this part of southern Oregon has to offer!  Facilities11…

Elk River

Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Biking Scenic Drives Hiking Picnicking Outdoor Science and Learning Water Activities
The Elk River drains from the Grassy Knob Wilderness and Copper-Salmon Wilderness and empties into the Pacific Ocean north of Port Orford and south of Cape Blanco. The Elk River is a nationally…

Fish Lake Campground

Biking Picnicking Scenic Drives Water Activities Hiking Horse Riding and Camping Winter Sports Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
This picturesque campground is in the midst of old-growth forest and adjacent to Fish Lake. The lake offers opportunity for fishing and swimming. A boat launch for Fish Lake (speed limit 10 mph) is…

Fisherman's Pullout Picnic Site

Picnicking Outdoor Science and Learning Hiking Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Scenic Drives Water Activities Biking
Located at the confluence of Johnson Creek and the South Fork Coquille River.FacilitiesPicnic tablesNo fire pitsNo drinking waterVault toiletNo garbage disposal - Please pack it out

Foster Bar Campground

Site Open
Water Activities Picnicking Winter Sports Outdoor Science and Learning Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Hiking Scenic Drives
Foster Bar Campground is located on edge of large meadow next to the mighty Wild and Scenic Rogue River. Just downstream is the "take-out" boat ramp for rafters and fishermen; this portion of…

Last updated March 10th, 2025