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Rainie Falls Trail

Merlin, Oregon · Josephine County

Take a hike down the 1.8-mile Rainie Falls trail following a portion of the mighty and wild section of the Rogue National Wild and Scenic River. Oaks, madrones and a variety of verdant vegetation line this path to the falls. This short trail is cut on the opposite—but generally shadier—side of the Rogue River where it'…

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About Rainie Falls Trail

Take a hike down the 1.8-mile Rainie Falls trail following a portion of the mighty and wild section of the Rogue National Wild and Scenic River. Oaks, madrones and a variety of verdant vegetation line this path to the falls. This short trail is cut on the opposite—but generally shadier—side of the Rogue River where it's much longer cousin, the Rogue River National Recreation Trail traverses 40 miles from Grave Creek to Big Bend.Know Before You Go:Parking is available opposite the trailhead in the pullout across Galice Road.No facilities are available at the trailhead or at Rainie Falls, but a vault toilet is located at the Grave Creek Boat Ramp, across the Grave Creek Bridge.Point of Interest:A little over a mile down the trail, look along the river side of the trail for remnants of a hexagonal suspension bridge abutment, built in 1908. The bridge washed out in 1927 and is evidence of the area's rich mining history.

How to Get There

From Grants Pass, Oregon: Take I-5 north to exit 61, Merlin exit. Turn left and continue northwest on the Merlin-Galice Road for 23 miles.

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Rainie Falls Trail

Heading to Rainie Falls Trail? 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 Rainie Falls Trail?

No central reservation system listed for Rainie Falls Trail. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/10038578) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Rainie Falls Trail?

From Grants Pass, Oregon: Take I-5 north to exit 61, Merlin exit. Turn left and continue northwest on the Merlin-Galice Road for 23 miles.

How do I contact Rainie Falls Trail?

You can reach the park at phone: 541-471-6500 or email: BLM_OR_MD_Mail@blm.gov.