Hike: Rocky Ridge

Arguably the most spectacular hike in the Rogue-Umpqua Divide Wilderness, the Rocky Ridge Trail takes us to yes, you guessed it: a rocky ridge! That aforementioned rocky ridge rewards hikers with a spectacular overlook of Fish Lake and the surrounding mountains and peaks.

Driving time: 3 hours, 25 minutes
Driving directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wJeHqSgs6v1YgQCR7
Entry or parking fee: none

Route: This is an out and back hike from the Rocky Ridge Shelter Trailhead to the Fish Lake overlook at Standoff Point and back.
Distance: 6 miles
Elevation gain: 950 feet
Difficulty level: Moderately strenuous.

Pluses: It's virtually all downhill from the trailhead. The view down to Fish Lake is absolutely stunning. Rock gardens on the ridge may still be abloom.
Minuses: It's all uphill to the trailhead. The trail is narrow and exposed at the overlook. It's not that far from Roseburg but it does take over 3 hours to drive there.

For more information call or text Penny at 541-643-6413.

On the day of the hike: Meet at 8 am in the Douglas County Courthouse parking lot off of Fowler St., right behind the library building.

Bring water, lunch, and appropriate clothing for hiking.

If you are riding with somebody, be prepared to share gas expenses with your driver.

Please do not attend if you feel sick, are coughing, or have a fever.

The club hikes every other Saturday, rain or shine. Hiking is free, everybody is welcome.

For a list of our upcoming hikes:
https://www.friendsoftheumpqua.org/schedule/

“Always enjoy the journey, unless it’s uphill both ways. Then question your map.”

You may also like the following events from Friends of the Umpqua Hiking Club:

• Next Saturday, 24th May, 08:00 am, Hike: Rogue River Trail in Roseburg
• Next month, 7th June, 08:00 am, Hike: Soda Mountain in Roseburg
• Next month, 21st June, 08:00 am, Hike: Dellenback Dunes in Roseburg

Also check out other Trips & Adventurous Activities in Roseburg.