Scenic Drives

For many, taking a scenic drive is just the right way to enjoy the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest. Where will your adventure take you?

Scenic Driving

Sometimes, you just want to hop in a car and check out the scenery, and there are lots of amazing vistas to be taken in on the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest. Whether you're looking for a self-guided interpretive drive, or just a meander with views, you'll find it here. Some places to check out:

• TJ Howell Botanical Drive, west of Selma
• Siskiyou Crest Route (Forest Road 20), south of Ashland*
• Elk River Road, east of Port Orford

*This road has some rough patches near Big Red Mountain. This section, located roughly in the middle of the route, should be driven by those comfortable with rough roads, and with vehicles with high clearance and good tires. You can still access this drive from the east or west, and do portions appropriate for your comfort level.

By no means is this a complete list. Check in with the appropriate Ranger District before you head out for some ideas!

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Bald Knob Lookout

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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

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.

Big Tree Trail #1150

The Big Tree Trail starts through a stand of younger trees and switches back and forth downhill through a stand of old-growth timber to intersect with the Elk Creek Falls Trail #1151.

Butler Bar Campground

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…

Coquille River Falls Trail #1257

The relatively short Coquille River Falls trail switches back and forth through an amazing stand of old-growth Douglas-fir, hemlock, and Port-Orford cedar trees, and ends at Coquille River Falls. The…

Daphne Grove Campground

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

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 Creek Falls Observation Site

Scenic viewpoint of the Elk Creek Falls and a picnic site located along the Elk Creek Falls Trail #1151

Elk River

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

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Fish Lake Campground is located 39 miles east of Medford, Oregon, in the midst of an old growth forest and adjacent to Fish Lake. There are 17 campsites that can accommodate trailers, RVs and tents,…