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ROGUE-UMPQUA SCENIC BYWAY - Southwest Oregon |
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Travel high and deep into the Cascade Mountains
of Oregon when you drive the Rogue Umpqua Scenic Byway, more
commonly known as the "highway of waterfalls." About 18 miles east
of Roseburg, the North Umpqua River crashes into the Little River at
Colliding Rivers, one of the few places in the world where two
rivers meet head-on. Enjoy whitewater thrills and superb steelhead
runs on the North Umpqua River as it tumbles through the Umpqua
National Forest. |
Upper Rogue National Wild & Scenic River (OR) [1] |
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Fall Creek Falls (OR) [2] |
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After you pass more than a half-dozen waterfalls
beside the Byway, you will reach sparkling Diamond Lake, a
year-round playground at the base of Mt. Thielsen. Take an hour or
two and enjoy a bike ride around the lake, one of the nicest family
bike rides anywhere. From here, you're only moments away from Crater
Lake's north entrance, which is usually open from June through
October. In winter you can swing through Highway 230 and Highway 62
to the south entrance, open year-round. Crater Lake attracts people
from around the world to view its unusual beauty. Scientists from
many places come here to study the environment. |
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Whether you're learning about the rich history of
the Native Americans, stretching in front of a tranquil lake, or
experiencing the rush of whitewater rafting on the river known as an
"emerald jewel" of Oregon, you'll discover why this Byway is one of
the state's best-loved areas. You won't forget the feelings you have
while you're here deep in Oregon country. |
Autumn at Susan Creek Recreation Area (OR) [3] |
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Photo Credits
1. Public domain. Photo by Tom Dew of USFS
2. Public domain. Photo by Greg Morgan of BLM
3. Public domain. Courtesy of Ron Murphy of the BLM
Information Courtesy of
National Scenic
Byways Online |
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