Dellenback Trail

This is a well-maintained paved trail that winds around Diamond Lake. Perfect for both biking and hiking for people of all ages, this trail takes you through many unique places in the recreation area, with magnificent views of Mount Bailey and Mount Thielsen. This is an easy 11.5-mile trail with multiple segments. The first 0.5 mile heading west from South Shore Boating Site are barrier free and wheelchair accessible. Other entry points around the lake may lead to short stretches of accessibility as well.

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

#1460

Accessibility

The first 0.5 mile heading west from South Shore Boating Site are barrier free and wheelchair accessible.

General Information

Trail grades range from 0-8 percent
There was a guard station in the Silent Creek area around the 1900's, constructed by Forest Service personnel. This was the first ranger station at Diamond Lake.
South Meadow was filmed in a Hollywood movie "Canyon Passage" during the late forties. This expanse of open grass was used extensively by sheep herders in the 1930's.
Cheese Hole is the deepest portion of the lake and a favorite hide-out of trophy sized rainbow trout. Named for the favorite bait of still fishermen.
Lake Creek is the only outlet for Diamond Lake. The cement weirs here were part of an old fish hatchery.
Oregon State Department of Transportation Sno-Park Information

Oregon State Sno-Park Parking Permit required November 1 through April 30

Motorized use prohibited (Except during winter - The beginning 0.5 mile of this trail is groomed wide and is shared by Snowmobile, XC Skiing / Snowshoeing, and Mushing / Skijoring users)

A brown and tan, U.S. Forest Service sign that says, "North Umpqua Ranger Station Umpqua National Forest." In the background a light tan building can be seen through the trees.

Address: 18782 North Umpqua Highway Glide, OR 97443
Phone: 541-496-3532
Hours: Wednesday and Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Directions

From Roseburg, OR, take OR-138 E / NE Diamond Lake Boulevard. Continue 80 miles east of Roseburg on Highway 138, turn west onto Forest Road 4790 into the Diamond Lake area. The trail can be accessed at any point around Diamond Lake.