| Alt Names |
O'brien, Siskiyou National Forest, Grants Pass, Oregon Caves, Sourdough, Sourdough Camp, Mcgrew 4wd Trail, Rock Creek, Elk Creek, Illinois River |
| DESCRIPTION |
This is a remote area that consists mainly of gravel roads and jeep trails, with some sections being very rocky. A nice staging/camping area next to a stream is on the left near the main entrance at N42.01.615 W 123.46.079. If you stage here, follow the main road up the mountain, past the gravel pit, and bear right at the fork (go through the yellow gate) and look for a large unmarked open area on the right which is the actual trailhead. While in the area, check out the Oregon Caves National Monument (north on 199), the Smith River Nation Recreation Area, or the nearby redwood forest (10-15 miles south on 199).
***ANNOUNCEMENTS*** (July 2010)
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| LOCATION |
| Nearest City |
O'Brien, OR |
| GPS Coordinates |
N 42º 02.275' W 123º 45.146' |
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From: Grants Pass, OR
1) Take 199 South to O'Brien (very small town)
2) Take a right in the middle of town
3) Turn right (west) on Lone Mountain Rd (country rd #5550)
4) Proceed approx 4 miles to National forest entrance - stage anywhere
5) Main trail head is another 5-6 miles ahead - veer right on 4402-19 fork - continue up hill to open area (trail head_ clearing. |
| AREA TYPE |
| Area Type |
Trail, Gravel Pit |
| Land Type |
National Forest |
| QUALITY |
| Pros |
very remote, good scenery, nearby sight seeing, swimming/fishing holes, free camping |
| Cons |
rocky, mostly gravel roads & jeep trails |
| Rating |
 Very Good
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| Recommended Stay |
Full Day
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| TERRAIN |
| Square Miles |
600 |
| Miles Of Trail |
29 |
| Climate Type |
Forest |
| Elevation |
1666 to 3940 ft. |
| Trail Maintenance |
Not Marked, Not Rated, Not Maintained |
| Loose Dirt |
 Little |
| Hard Pack |
 Some |
| Sand |
Little |
| Mud |
Little |
| Dust |
Some |
| Rocks |
 Mostly |
| Trees |
 All |
| Steep Hills |
 Few |
| Water Crossings |
Few |
| Small Jumps |
Some |
| Large Jumps |
 None |
| Berms |
None |
| Sand/Gravel Pits |
Few |
| Single Track |
None |
| Roads |
Mostly |
| Intersections |
Few |
| Rider Traffic |
Few |
| Shade |
 Many |
| Ranges/Gunfire |
None |
| Hazards |
Few |
| Novice Terrain |
Some |
| Amateur Terrain |
Mostly |
| Expert Terrain |
Little |
| Comment |
mostly gravel roads & rocky jeep trails |
| REGULATIONS |
| Permit Required |
Yes |
| Dates Open |
May to October |
| Spark Arrestor |
Yes |
| Noise Limit |
Yes (99 dB) |
| Night Riding |
Unknown |
| Flags |
Not Required |
| Two Strokes |
No Restriction |
| Cross Country |
Prohibited |
| ATVs |
No Restriction |
| UTVs |
No Restriction |
| 4x4s (registered) |
No Restriction |
| Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies |
Some Areas |
| Bicycles |
No Restriction |
| Hiking |
No Restriction |
| Horseback |
No Restriction |
| Camping |
No Restriction |
| Campfires |
No Restriction |
| Alcohol |
No Restriction |
| Fireworks |
Prohibited |
| Firearms |
No Restriction |
| Law Enforcement |
Few/Periodic |
| FEES |
| Parking Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Entry Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Riding Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Camping Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| KEY SERVICES |
| First Aid |
30+ Miles (NE) |
| Gasoline |
5-20 Miles (N) |
| Diesel |
5-20 Miles (N) |
| Water |
1-5 Miles (NE) |
| RV Hookup |
1-5 Miles (NE) |
| RV Disposal |
1-5 Miles (NE) |
| Campground |
On Site |
| Conv Store |
5-20 Miles (N) |
| Swim Area |
On Site |
| Water Body |
1-5 Miles (S) |
| Boat Ramp |
20-30 Miles (E) |
| CONTACTS |
| Contact Info |
Siskiyou National Forest - Wild Rivers Ranger District
26568 Redwood Hwy
Cave Junction, OR 97523
(541) 592-4000
(541) 471-6500
www.fs.fed.us
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| Mcgrew Trail Photo |
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| This small creek is the perfect place to cool off, but watch out for the crayfish that lurk at the bottom! |
| Mcgrew Trail Photo |
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| Mcgrew Trail Photo |
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| Mcgrew Trail Photo |
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| Mcgrew Trail Photo |
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| Mcgrew Trail Photo |
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| Mcgrew Trail Photo |
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| The gravel pit is a great play area. |
| Mcgrew Trail Photo |
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| Mcgrew Trail Photo |
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| Mcgrew Trail Photo |
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| Mcgrew Trail Photo |
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| Some sections of the trail are a bit rocky. |
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