Nearby Fun
NEARBY FUN
A small taste
of activities available
near Azalea Grove Getaway
Southern Oregon is a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts
There’s lots to do nearby! Still, some activities are seasonal depending on weather, water flows, snow cover and fire hazard.
Please check seasonal fire restrictions from the Douglas Fire Protection Association.
Be Prepared
It doesn’t take long to get outside cell phone and fuel range. The mountains are generally steep, and cell coverage can be very spotty. Fuel stops can be spread out, so fill up when you can.
Regional Attractions
For online topo maps, click here.
- Wildlife Safari — Where you are captive, and they roam free! Winston, OR, 45 min.
- Crater Lake National Park. 2 hr.
- Diamond Lake. 3 hr, 15 min.
- Lost Lake Reservoir. 2 hr.
- Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument. 1.5 hr.
- Umpqua and Rogue National Forests
- Trans-America Trail (4,000 mile coast to coast) . Off-road vehicle trail in our backyard.
Swimming Holes, Rafting & Fishing
Swimming Holes
- North Umpqua River at Colliding Rivers Park. 1 hr.
- North Umpqua River at Steamboat Creek. 1.5 hr.
- South Umpqua River at Days Creek Bridge. 25 min.
- Wolf Creek Park. 15 min.
- Cow Creek south of Riddle (several nice swimming holes). 30-45 min.
- Rogue River at Wild & Scenic boat put-in. Park at the boat ramp and walk upriver approximately 200 yards to the mouth of Grave Creek. 35 min.
Rafting/Fishing
Rafting: Several outfitters with self-guided or guided trips are located in Merlin (29 min). You can rent a raft and float down the Rogue River from Merlin.
Fishing:
- The N. and S. Umpqua and Rogue Rivers has world-class fishing!
- Bret Barber Guide Service — one of the most knowledgeable and personable guides on southern Oregon rivers and coast (tel: 541.941.1866).
- Galesville Reservoir — bass, rainbow trout, warmwater fishing, seasonal spot. 18 min.
Hiking & Parks — Mountain Biking, Too!
Hiking & Parks
(click here for a clunky interface map of the area).
- King Mountain Rock Garden. This is an area of critical environmental concern. Go to the King Mountain ACEC Recreation Opportunity Guide. Best in spring through early fall, depending on snow cover; great spring wildflowers! This is our local viewpoint, and there are alternate routes, so ask Tom for the best ones.
- Cow Creek Trail (#1424 Hiking Trail). You’ll discover parts of a beautiful old growth forest. There are several creek crossings, which may not be passable during high water, so plan ahead! 50 min.
- North Umpqua Trail. (North Umpqua Hiking Trail #1414, Glide, Oregon). Depending on segment, 1-2 hr drive.
- London Peak Trail near Wolf Creek. Merlin, Oregon (hikingproject.com). 25 min.
- 26-mile Rogue River National Scenic Trail and Rainy Falls Trail, Merlin, Oregon. (hikingproject.com). 35 min.
- Taylor Creek Trail. Grants Pass, Oregon . 35 min.
- Longfibre Day Use Area. Picnic areas under a tree canopy; nice stop on the way to Galesville Reservoir. 15 min.
- Indian Mary Park on the Rogue River. 61-acre park with disc golf and other activities. 45 min.
- Josephine County Parks Map.
- Douglas County Parks Map.
Mountain Biking
- For Ashland area trails, click here. 1.15 min.
- Mountain of the Rogue trails. 35 min.
- North Umpqua River Trail & off-road motorcycle trail. 1.5 hr.
- Motorcycle (off-road). There are a lot of MOR paths around. Ask Tom for details or join him on Captain Tom’s Motorcycle Tour (coming soon!).
Take a Sip — Tour Our Local Wineries
We live in two lovely wine regions in Southern Oregon, rewarding us with many good wineries within easy reach!
Spend one day at wineries to the north and another day or two visiting wineries to the south. You won’t regret it!
Or, join our Full-Bodied Loop of Azalea Grove Wineries Excursion (coming soon!). We’ll do the driving, you do the tasting.
For a fantastic Wine Country Map, click here.
Here’s a goblet of options:
- Umpqua Valley: http://www.umpquavalleywineries.org/wineries/
- Rogue Valley: Rogue Valley Wine Country | Wine With Everything
- Trium Winery, Talent, or Trium Wines south
- Abacela Winery, Roseburg
Scenic Drives
Wild and Scenic River Drives involving the following rivers (4-5 hr):
- Illinois
- Rogue
- North Umpqua
- South Umpqua
Scenic drive to Crater Lake via Tiller, Oregon. 2 hr 40 min to Crater Lake.
Crater Lake Rim Scenic Drive. 2 hr, including sightseeing stops.
North Umpqua Hwy to Diamond Lake and Mt. Thielsen. 2 hr 10 min.
Redwood Hwy and Smith River, Hwy 199 toward Crescent City, California. Spectacular!
Cow Creek Back Country Byway. This 45-mile long rustic 2-lane road is a scenic alternative to I-5 between Riddle and Glendale.
Have you booked your Azalea rental yet?
Our charming homes, amazing 40-ft. bus, & private campout await you! Make your vacation rental reservation online.
Orchard
House
2 stories of charm, sleeps 5, full kitchen, bath
Blissful Solitude
Cottage
Blissfully peaceful, sleeps 3, full kitchen, bath
Forest
Haven
Panoramic view, sleeps 2, gourmet kitchen, bath
Starry Skies
Campout
Private tent or RV hookup
under the magical stars
Madrone
Hideout
40-ft. decked-out bus,
sleeps 3, kitchen, bath