About Table Rocks Area of Critical Environmental Concern
Rising dramatically above the Rogue Valley, these two prominent, lava-capped mesas offer outstanding hiking opportunities and access to an incredible array of biological diversity. Just a short climb—2.5 miles round trip on Upper Table Rock Trail or 3.5 miles round trip on Lower Table Rock Trail—results in panoramic views of the Rogue Valley and the surrounding Cascade and Siskiyou Mountains. The 0.5-mile wheelchair accessible Oak Savannah Loop Trail on Lower Table Rock provides a less strenuous alternative. Spring wildflowers on both Table Rocks are spectacular with up to 75 species of wildflowers on display!Know Before You Go:Open year-round.Day-use only.Trails are open to hiking only.Dogs are not allowed on the trails.Restrooms are available at trailheads.No drinking water is available.No trash cans; pack out trash.Use the weed stations at the trailheads before and after your hike to avoid spreading noxious weeds.Trails may be muddy, icy, and slippery in the winter.Be aware of ticks, poison oak, rattlesnakes, and unstable cliff edges.Point of Interest:The BLM and The Nature Conservancy cooperatively manage the Table Rocks and offer guided educational hikes for school groups and the public in the spring.Table Rocks Management AreaTable Rocks BrochureExplore Oregon Recreation: Table Rocks Recreation Area videoJunior Explorer BookDiscover your public lands by playing virtual Junior Ranger Missions
How to Get There
Lower Table Rock: From Interstate 5, take Exit 33 (Central Point). Travel east 1 mile; turn left on Table Rock Road. After 7.7 miles, turn left on Wheeler Road. The trailhead is 0.5 mile on the left.Upper Table Rock: From Interstate 5, take Exit 33 (Central Point). Travel east 1 mile; turn left on Table Rock Road. After 5.5 miles, turn right on Modoc Road. The trailhead is 1.5 miles on the left.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Table Rocks Area of Critical Environmental Concern
Heading to Table Rocks Area of Critical Environmental Concern? 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 Table Rocks Area of Critical Environmental Concern?
No central reservation system listed for Table Rocks Area of Critical Environmental Concern. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/16662) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to Table Rocks Area of Critical Environmental Concern?
Lower Table Rock: From Interstate 5, take Exit 33 (Central Point). Travel east 1 mile; turn left on Table Rock Road. After 7.7 miles, turn left on Wheeler Road. The trailhead is 0.5 mile on the left.Upper Table Rock: From Interstate 5, take Exit 33 (Central Point). Travel east 1 mile; turn left on Table Rock Road. After 5.5 miles, turn right on Modoc Road. The trailhead is 1.5 miles on the left.
How do I contact Table Rocks Area of Critical Environmental Concern?
You can reach the park at phone: 541-618-2200 or email: BLM_OR_MD_Mail@blm.gov.
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