ROGUE VALLEY OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

Grizzly Peak Trail is a 4.7 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Ashland, Oregon that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking and nature trips and is best used from May until November. Dogs are also able to use this trail.

This 20 acre park provides a welcome retreat to busy shoppers, families and anyone craving an open green area. Recently renovated, the park includes a large play structure, skate spot, spray pad, fenced futsal court, basketball court and fenced areas for off leash dogs.

Over 85,000 guests enjoy a Hellgate Excursion each year! Enjoy an interpreted Jetboat tour of the “Wild & Scenic” Rogue River and famous Hellgate Canyon.

With wide-ranging viewpoint, rare butterflies and wildflowers, and plenty of knee-scraping opportunities for the kids, Hobart Bluff is a terrific place to hike. The trail takes you on an easy stroll along the Pacific Crest Trail that skirts Hobart Peak, and ends on a small plateau vegetated by white-leaf manzanita, mountain mahogany, and western juniper.

One of Medford’s most popular neighborhood parks, Holmes park is located at 185 S. Modoc Ave. Tucked into a quiet residential area, the park features paved and unpaved pathways, a modern play structure, mature trees, basketball and tennis/pickle ball courts, and a large grassy multi-purpose lawn.

The Howard Prairie Resort is 155 beautiful acres, including 1.63 miles of lake frontage and breathtaking views of Mt. McLoughlin. The lake waters are teeming with both trout and bass and have some of the best fishing in Southern Oregon. Offering everything from tent sites to large RV sites, a rentable 2-bedroom Cabin, a store, restaurant, laundry facilities, and full-service boat marina, The Howard Prairie Resort is the ideal location for a unique outdoor excursion for the entire family, either for just a weekend or your summer vacation destination. Discover a true ambiance of natural camping in one of Howard Prairie Resort's campsites with spacious tree-covered spaces.

Enjoy tastings and beverages at 6-7 different restaurants in downtown Medford or Grants Pass. Tours run Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Welcome all foodies!! Must be 21+. If you have special requests or ideas, please ask!

The Skate Park offers rails, stairs, double sets and grinding blocks for both beginning and expert skateboarders. With a restroom, drinking fountain and picnic bench nearby, this is the ideal place to spend the day.

Picture yourself in a campsite overlooking Lost Creek Reservoir with wildlife, large conifer trees, and mountains surrounding you. Take a hike or bike ride on the 11-mile trail system, through the forest with year-round streams and wildlife viewing. Take a swim in the cool, mountain water; rent a boat from the marina (call (541) 560-3646 for information), and troll the 10-mile lake for trout and bass ... an angler's dream. Or bring your own boat and water skis and spend a few days in the sun! The park is about 40 miles from Crater Lake National Park, and makes an excellent jumping-off point for an exploration of Southern Oregon.

Kennedy Elementary School has a field and playground perfect for a day of fun with your family!

Knob Falls Trail is a 6.3 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Prospect, Oregon that features a waterfall and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking and walking and is best used from April until November. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.