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Cripple Camp Trailhead

Prospect, Oregon · Douglas County · Facility

Trail from this trailhead pass through stands of large, old-growth Douglas fir.Provides access to: Cripple Camp Trail #1435, which accesses Pup Prairie Trail #1434, Acker Divide Trail #1437 and Cripple Camp Shelter.These trails are within Rogue-Umpqua Divide Wilderness.Accessibility: From the trailhead, flat trail grad…

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Cripple Camp Trailhead

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High75°F
Avg Low49°F
Peak Rain Chance0%
Humidity56%
UV (avg)8
Air Quality99 · Moderate
Today
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Clear
74°/50°
🌬 10mph
5:55 AM8:37 PM
Mon
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Clear
70°/50°
🌬 9mph
5:56 AM8:36 PM
Tue
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Clear
75°/47°
🌬 8mph
5:57 AM8:35 PM
Wed
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Overcast
77°/48°
🌬 10mph
5:58 AM8:34 PM
Thu
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Overcast
78°/49°
🌬 8mph
5:59 AM8:33 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Cripple Camp Trailhead

Trail from this trailhead pass through stands of large, old-growth Douglas fir.Provides access to: Cripple Camp Trail #1435, which accesses Pup Prairie Trail #1434, Acker Divide Trail #1437 and Cripple Camp Shelter.These trails are within Rogue-Umpqua Divide Wilderness.Accessibility: From the trailhead, flat trail grades provide an accessible opportunity into Wilderness. Some persons with disabilities may need assistance, assistance is recommended.

How to Get There

From Canyonville, OR, take west 1st Street and turn onto southeast 3rd Street / OR-227. Continue to follow OR-227 approximately 23 miles until you reach Tiller, OR.From Tiller, OR, take County Road 46 to Forest Road 29 (Jackson Creek Road). Follow Forest Road 29 to Forest Road 2947. Take Forest Road 2947 to Forest Road 2947-400. Take the right hand fork or Forest Road 2947-400 to the Cripple Camp Trailhead, approximately 28 miles from Tiller.

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Cripple Camp Trailhead

Heading to Cripple Camp Trailhead? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Cripple Camp Trailhead?

No central reservation system listed for Cripple Camp Trailhead. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/250121) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Cripple Camp Trailhead?

From Canyonville, OR, take west 1st Street and turn onto southeast 3rd Street / OR-227. Continue to follow OR-227 approximately 23 miles until you reach Tiller, OR.From Tiller, OR, take County Road 46 to Forest Road 29 (Jackson Creek Road). Follow Forest Road 29 to Forest Road 2947. Take Forest Road 2947 to Forest Road 2947-400. Take the right hand fork or Forest Road 2947-400 to the Cripple Camp …