Grouse Loop Trail #941

Trail Information: The Grouse Loop Trail is a pleasant hike that offers great views of the mountains that surround Applegate Lake.

From the trailhead located across Upper Applegate Road from Hart-Tish Park, the trail travels 300 feet to a loop junction. Continue on the left fork, where the trail begins a gentle one-mile uphill ascent, gaining 700’ in elevation while traversing a shallow basin of old-growth Douglas-fir, sugar pine, and ponderosa pine. The ridgeline affords amazing views of Elliott Creek Ridge and the Red Buttes Wilderness.

Leaving the ridgeline, the trail begins a moderate descent back to Hart-Tish Park through a mixed conifer and hardwood forest.

Things to See and Do: Keep an eye out for unique plant species across the landscape—bringing a plant identification book and counting the number of species you see on your way to the ridge is a great pastime!

Considerations: Drinking water is available at Hart-Tish Park during the spring and summer months only. Prepare for the season you’re hiking! Carry plenty of water, as there is no water along this trail.

Hart-Tish is seasonally-operated by a concessionaire, and a $5 vehicle entry fee is charged during the summer months. Facilities at the park include picnic areas, a swimming area, boat ramp, restrooms, fish cleaning station, and a small store.

As this is a multi-user trail, prepare to yield to other user groups.

• Grouse Loop Trail Recreation Opportunity Guide, with map (PDF)

At a Glance