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The Rogue River National Recreation Trail from Grave Creek to Foster Bar is in the heart of the National Wild and Scenic Rogue River Canyon. Multiple day hikes in this pristine environment are adventures in solitude, adding a new perspective of the beauty of the river corridor. Viewed from ridges, the river appears as a sparkling ribbon of diamonds as it relentlessly winds its way toward the ocean. In addition to the magnificent scenery and plentiful wildlife of the river corridor, the rich hillsides of the Rogue are alive with wild flowers.
During the months of May and early June we offer a variety of hiking trips along the Rogue River trail. All of the trips begin at Grave Creek trail head about 30 miles west of the town of Grants Pass. The trail from Grave Creek to Foster Bar is about 40 miles long and is maintained by the Bureau of Land Management and the United States Forest Service. The elevation at the trail head is 689 feet and at Foster Bar the elevation is 474. Generally speaking you are walking down hill most of the way. The trip will take at least 4 days and 3 nights. Longer trips are available, however, previous experience has proven that shorter trips are not practical. We offer 3 types of hiking trips.
 Our hiking trips were recently featured in USAToday.
Check out the print article and video.
Click to see an online version of the Rogue River Hiking Trail Map
2010 Hiking Lodge to Lodge Trip Starts |
September 3rd - Full
September 8th - 12 Spots Left
September 10th - Full
September 15th - Limited Space
September 20th - Limited Space
September 25th - Limited Space
September 30th - 6 Spots Left
October 5th - Full
October 10th - 10 Spots Left
October 15th - 10 Spots Left
2011 Hiking Schedule
May 3rd
May 5th
May 10th
May 11th
May 17th
May 18th
May 19th
May 23rd
May 24th
May 26th
May 30th
June 2nd
June 6th
June 7th
June 8th
June 13th
June 14th
More spaces will come available. Please stay tuned.
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4 - Day Raft Supported Wilderness Lodge Trip |
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 This 4 day, three night trip features raft support for your trip. All you will need to carry is a simple day pack for your camera, binoculars and a container of water, everything else will be packed in whitewater bags and transported by the raft. Gourmet, deli style lunches will be prepared by your guide and served at predetermined locations. The presence of the raft insures against adversity should problems develop while on the hike. The raft can transport up to 4 guests if necessary or provide an exciting ride if someone wants to try a little whitewater rafting. Lodges provide double occupancy rooms with private baths, sumptuous family style meals, and comfortable beds with linen. Round trip transportation is provided from our office in Merlin, Oregon.
Itinerary:
Day 1 Hike to Black Bar Lodge - 11 Miles
Day 2 Hike to Marial Lodge - 15 Miles
Day 3 Hike to Paradise Lodge - 5 Miles
Day 4 Hike to Foster Bar Takeout - 11 Miles
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Bettys with Backpacks 4-Day Supported Wilderness Lodge Trip - May 6 |
 Departing from Merlin, Oregon, participants will hike between 10 and 14 miles a day. Supported by supply boats, the Rogue Wilderness Adventures staff will carry guest bags, supplies, and a favorite case of wine for relaxing under the Oregon stars after a full day of activity. Hikers will be amazed at the breathtaking scenery that awaits them as they wind above the river of this 110-year old trail. Each night, hikers arrive at a historic lodge and relax in front of the fire as the lodge staff prepares a wonderful meal. Accommodation is in cabins that sleep two people each with private bathrooms, and serene nights spent in the wilderness will be conducive to deep and all-encompassing relaxation.
These hikes are adventures in solitude—they give the visitor a new perspective as they witness the beauty of the river corridor and enjoy the benefits of the preservation of this area. Adventurers get the chance to learn about the history of this part of the country while enjoying the quiet scenery and opportunities to spot wildlife like bears, deer, and eagles. When the legs get rubbery from hiking too much, or a change in scenery is needed, the supply boats pick up the weary hikers so that they can kick back, relax, and enjoy a float trip down the beautiful Rogue River. Round trip transportation is provided from our office in Merlin, Oregon. Girls Only.
Itinerary:
Day 1 Hike to Black Bar Lodge - 11 Miles
Day 2 Hike to Marial Lodge - 15 Miles
Day 3 Hike to Paradise Lodge - 5 Miles
Day 4 Hike to Foster Bar Takeout - 11 Miles
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The Works - 7 Day Hiking and Rafting Lodge Trip |
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 In cooperation with Backpacker magazine Rogue Wilderness is offering “The Works” for hikers who want to take full advantage of the unparalleled beauty of the Wild & Scenic Rogue River Canyon. Hikers arrive the afternoon before their hike begins at the historic Illahee Lodge located 26 miles upriver from the town of Gold Beach on the shores of the Pacific Ocean. After a relaxing night at Illahee hikers depart via the Rogue River trail 11 miles to Paradise Lodge.
The next day enjoy the surroundings of Paradise and the river with a short 5 mile hike to Marial Lodge. Rest up because this day includes a 15 mile hike to Black Bar Lodge. Here you’ll be rowed across the river by the innkeeper for your last night on the trail. In the morning after your river crossing you’ll have an 11 mile hike to the Grave Creek trailhead. At a prearranged pickup time, a Rogue Wilderness guide will pick you up and take you to Morrison’s Rogue River Lodge where you’ll enjoy the splendor of this historic property with a five course meal to re-energize your tired feet.
The next morning you’ll depart with your guide back to Grave Creek where you’ll climb onto a Rogue Wilderness raft and start the 34 mile float back down river. You’ll stay at Paradise Lodge again for night number 6, then you’re back to the starting point at Illahee Lodge on day 7 where your car has been parked.
Itinerary:
Day 1 Arrive at Illahee Lodge
Day 2 Hike to Paradise Lodge 11 miles upriver
Day 3 Hike to Marial Lodge 5 miles
Day 4 Hike to Black Bar Lodge 15 miles
Day 5 Hike out of canyon to Grave Creek trailhead for pickup, and stay at Morrison’s Lodge
Day 6 Raft down river to Paradise Lodge
Day 7 Raft to Illahee Lodge and end trip at 1pm
Because this trip is lodge based, hikers will only need to carry their clothing, water, and lunches while hiking. Splash gear and life jacket will be provided for the rafting portion of the trip. Trip total is 7 days/6 nights.
Price: $1399.00* per person
Minimum group size is 4 people. Double Occupancy.
 
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4 - Day Non-Supported Lodge Trip |
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On this trip you'll be on your own. We provide round trip transportation from our office in Merlin, Oregon. Lodge accommodations will feature double occupancy rooms with private baths, linen on the beds and sumptuous family style meals. We will even pack your first days lunch. You will need to provide your own backpack for your clothes and personal items. Be sure to pack light since there will be no raft support.
Price: $749.00 per person
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Reservations |
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Early reservations are strongly encouraged for all of the hiking trips we offer. Lodging is limited and hike trips after May 15th are subject to the limited entry regulations.
* Trip price subject to 3% BLM fee and $10.00 USFS per person user fee.
All hiking trips require a minumum of 2(two) participants. Double occupancy required.
CALL NOW 800-336-1647
SPACE IS LIMITED
Rogue River Hiking Car Shuttles |
Our shuttle service offers a locked parking lot at our office in Merlin, Oregon. Leave your car with us and we'll take you and your gear to the trailhead. Your car
will be delivered to the scheduled location on your requested day. We offer this service due to the problem of break-ins and car thefts at the Grave Creek Trailhead. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAR AT GRAVE CREEK.
Foster Bar / Agness (Bear Camp Road)
- $135.00
Foster Bar (Eden Valley Route) - $185.00
Foster Bar (Coastal Route) - $210.00
Van Service for up to 14 People + Gear (Grave Creek / Foster Bar) - $325.00 |
Shuttle services are
available from Foster Bar, please call or email for more information.
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Client Comments |
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Dear Brad,
Just wanted you to know that we all made it back home and back to "real life" after having a week in paradise. As I did last year, I am walking on air thinking back to the wonderful experiences we had in Oregon and along the Rogue. Everything from the great weather and the exquisite wildflowers to the great lodges where we had "adult summer camp!" to the best walking and rafting in the world! And the guides were the greatest! The lodges all went out of their way to see that we were comfortable and had everything we needed. What a treat to come off the trail to a hot shower and a fantastic meal.
You and your staff should be so proud of how you conduct Rogue Wilderness Adventures. After being in Adventure Travel for the past 18 years, I do not know of any comparable company anywhere in the world.
I plan to come back year after year, giving my clients a chance to see the world in a new way, a world of the Rogue River and its wildflower laden trail. And don't be surprised to see some of this year's group returning next year to walk the trail and raft the river!
All the best,
Marie Edwards
Southern Treks Adventure Travel
Recent Rogue River Hikers' Personal Websites
High on Adventure, Article by Lee Juillerat
http://highonadventure.com/hoa10april/lee/rogue.htm
Ed and Helen Bodington, authors of "Elder Hiker."
www.elderhiker.com
Andy Linn
www.andrewlinn.com |
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