Boulder Creek Wilderness

Boulder Creek Wilderness - Roseburg, OR

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Wildlife Preserves & Refuges

Boulder Creek Wilderness

GPS Coordinates: Unknown

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In Boulder Creek Wilderness small waterfalls and rapids connect the series of quiet pools that make up Boulder Creek, a tributary of the North Umpqua River. The rapids run south and west, channeling through the heart of the Wilderness. Numerous streams feed into Boulder Creek, quenching the thirst of the old-growth timber that towers over its banks. Ponderosa pines flourish on Pine Bench, near the lower end of the Wilderness, and are thought to be the largest such stand this far northwest of the crest of the Cascade Mountains. The rocky monoliths and outcroppings attract (and challenge) technical rock climbers, especially in the southern portion's Umpqua Rocks Special Interest Geologic Area. Elevations range from 1,600 feet to 5,600 feet. Low elevation means the 15 miles of maintained trails remain clear and can provide access to the Wilderness year-round.

Facilities: Unknown

Best Time To Visit: Boulder Creek Wilderness is open year-round.

Fees: No fee is charged.

Accessibility: This area is not handicap accessible.

Rules: What is brought in must be brought out.

Directions: To reach Boulder Creek Wilderness from Roseburg, travel east on State Highway 138, the wilderness area's southern edge is along State Highway 138.

Map: Click here for a map to Boulder Creek Wilderness

Reservations: Reservations are not needed or accepted for Boulder Creek Wilderness.

Attractions Near
Boulder Creek Wilderness

Eagle Rock Campground
Umpqua National Forest

Address

Diamond Lake Ranger District-Umpqua National Forest

2020 Toketee RS Road

Idleyld Park, Oregon 97447

Phone
General: (541) 498-2531
Fax: (541) 498-2515

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