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Tub Springs State Wayside
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Tub Springs State Wayside has what was established in 1846, a wagon train led by Jesse Applegate traversed southern Oregon along what became known as the Applegate Trail. Tub Springs Wayside is one of the stopping points before you head down the mountain pass into Ashland. Take a moment to stop here amid the towering fir and sense what it was like 150 years ago. Breathe in the fresh mountain air. There's an interpretive panel at the wayside describing the difficulties faced by these pioneers. The name Tub Springs is derived from the tubs that were installed in the 1930s to provide spring water for travelers. The tubs have been renovated and are still functional today. The same springs that provided early settlers with plentiful fresh water still flow. Picnicking is popular in this area. Many people find it is a nice place to relax. Wildlife viewing and bird watching never disappoint the visitors. Mule deer, elk, squirrels, and various birds roam freely.

Facilities: Tub Springs State Wayside provides restrooms.

Reservations: Reservations are not accepted for Tub Springs State Wayside.

Best Time To Visit: Tub Springs State Wayside is open year-round.

Fees: No fees are charged.

Accessibility: Handicap accessibility is not provided.

Rules: Unknown

Directions: To reach Tub Springs State Wayside from Medford start out going northeast on W 6th St toward N Front St. for 0.1 miles. Turn right onto OR-99 S. Continue to follow OR-99 S. for 0.9 miles. Turn left onto E Barnett Rd. for 0.3 miles. Merge onto I-5 S toward Ashland for 8.3 miles. Take exit 19 toward Ashland for 0.2 miles. Turn right onto S Valley View Rd. for 0.4 miles. Turn left onto OR-99 S. for 2.4 miles. Turn slight left onto E Main St. for 0.1 miles. From Ashland take OR-68 18.0 miles east. End at Tub Springs State Wayside.

Address
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department
725 Summer Street NE, Suite C
Salem, Oregon 97301
Phone
General: (800) 551-6949
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