Season 6 . Hike # 14 Salmon Creek Trail #4365

 

 Season 6 . Hike # 14 Salmon Creek Trail #4365


Starting Location:
 Salmon Creek Campground, Oakridge (or from Flat Creek Work Center)

Point of Interest : creek, forest

Distance: about 6 miles (we did about 4 - 2 out and back)

Difficulty: easy to moderate (mud possible)

Bathrooms: Yes, at campground

Parking: yes

EV Chargers: no

Dogs OK? yes, on leash



We spent a few nights camping at Salmon Creek Campground, right by the river with a view of the falls, so we started the hike from the campground.

The trail follows the creek most of the way, with lots of little side trails leading to the creek, or large rocks, or even small camping spots with fireplace rings. 



It's a pretty hike, easy most of the way on well kept trails. There were a few small muddy spots, but easy enough to step over.

Lots of birds, wildflowers and the creek provide entertainment as you walk.

We took a small detour to check out this rather large rock sitting all by itself a short way from the creek. 
This trail goes all the way to the old Ranger Station just East of Oakridge, but we stopped and turned around after a few miles. 


This is a nice easy hike, and really close to get to when we visit Oakridge.

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