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Deer Leap
Deer Leap is a large andesitic columnar rock formation visible from Toketee Schoolhouse above the North Umpqua River. There is one established climb on Deer Leap (III, 5.9, A1). The route is protected with fixed anchors and belays. There are no chains at belays, and there is a short 30-foot section of ¼ inch aid climbing though a band of choss. This route has only had one ascent.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | 04/17/2022: Open. Bridge out at Medicine Creek. |
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| Best Season: | Late Spring, Summer and early Fall |
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| Water: | Not available. Surface water should be treated. |
| Restroom: | No |
General Information
General Notes:- WARNING: Climbers can encounter rock fall hazards on the first two pitches, particularly in the spring when differences between day and night temperatures are high and thermal expansion is the greatest.
- A minimum of 2 ropes per party is encouraged, as pitches will generally average 150 feet in length.
- The route up Deer Leap is not straight up and down, therefore bailing would require some down climbing to get off the rock in an emergency.
- Belays have fixed anchors but there are no chains for rappels.
- There are no wildlife seasonal restrictions at Deer Leap.
Accessibility:
Directions:
From Roseburg, Oregon take OR-138 East / Northeast Diamond Lake Boulevard.
Hike in approximately 0.5 mile from the end of Forest Road 3402-155 or hike in from Forest Road 3400-016 which is approximately 1.5 miles. Forest Road 3400-016 is closed to driving with a locked gate.
Activities
Rock Climbing
- Deer Leap is a large andesitic columnar rock formation visible from Toketee Schoolhouse above the North Umpqua River.