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North Umpqua Wild and Scenic River

Glide, Oregon · Douglas County

Pack your fishing gear and your raft and bring family and friends, because this corridor has something for everyone. The North Umpqua Wild and Scenic River Corridor is known for its stunning forest setting with the emerald green waters of the North Umpqua running right through the heart of it. Nestled amongst old-growt…

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About North Umpqua Wild and Scenic River

Pack your fishing gear and your raft and bring family and friends, because this corridor has something for everyone. The North Umpqua Wild and Scenic River Corridor is known for its stunning forest setting with the emerald green waters of the North Umpqua running right through the heart of it. Nestled amongst old-growth trees, one can relax at Susan Creek Campground, take a hike along the river on the 1.5 mile long Emerald Trail or stroll up the short trail to 50’ tall Susan Creek Falls. Anglers from across the country, flock to the North Umpqua to fly-fish for the elusive salmon and steelhead. The 79-mile long North Umpqua Trail is perfect for longer distance hikes and mountain bike excursions.Know Before You GoSusan Creek Campground opens late-April and closes late-October.Pets are allowed in the campground, but must be kept on a 6-foot or shorter leash.29 individual camping sites, 15 of which can be reserved for part of the year. To reserve sites visit www.recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777.The North Umpqua is a class III whitewater river. It demands your attention.Angling on this stretch of the river is limited to fly-fishing only.Point of InterestThe spectacular 79-mile long North Umpqua Trail is popular with hiker and mountain bikers, and can be accessed by crossing the Tioga Bridge or at Swiftwater day-use area.

How to Get There

To access to the Susan Creek Recreation Area, travel 29 miles east of Roseburg along Highway 138. A parking area is located at the Susan Creek day-use area; this is where river access for rafters is located. Across the road, an easy ADA accessible 0.8 mile trail leads to the 50 foot tall Susan Creek Falls.

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Plan Your Visit to North Umpqua Wild and Scenic River

Heading to North Umpqua Wild and Scenic River? 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 North Umpqua Wild and Scenic River?

No central reservation system listed for North Umpqua Wild and Scenic River. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/1854) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to North Umpqua Wild and Scenic River?

To access to the Susan Creek Recreation Area, travel 29 miles east of Roseburg along Highway 138. A parking area is located at the Susan Creek day-use area; this is where river access for rafters is located. Across the road, an easy ADA accessible 0.8 mile trail leads to the 50 foot tall Susan Creek Falls.

How do I contact North Umpqua Wild and Scenic River?

You can reach the park at phone: 541-440-4930 or email: BLM_OR_RB_Mail@blm.gov.