The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is responsible for 1 in every 10 acres of land in the U.S.
BLM sites, which are tracts of unincorporated public lands, are a perfect way for visitors to view the local landscape. These areas often allow for hiking, fishing, or camping, and they're usually low-cost or free. To find Bureau of Land Management camping sites, search for "BLM camping near me."
The Wolf Creek Recreation Area is part of the Umpqua National Forest, and it isn't far from Crater Lake National Park. The area offers a beautiful hike through old-growth forest to a large two-tier waterfall that drops 75 and 50 feet respectively into two pools. The trail and waterfall offer different sights and opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography depending on the season, so visitors can enjoy the area, which is open all year, at any time.
The Wolf Creek Falls Trail leads to a spectacular two-tiered waterfall. Visitors can enjoy a leisurely walk, take in the gorgeous forest, spot local wildlife, or stop for a picnic along the way.
Length: 2.1 miles
Intensity: Easy
This short trail leads to one of Umpqua National Forest's most famous and picturesque waterfalls. A perfect hike for the entire family, this trail offers plenty of wildlife spotting and photography opportunities.
Length: 0.9 miles
Intensity: Easy
This trail, which leads through the Umpqua National Forest, offers a moderately challenging hike that ends at a dramatic waterfall.
Length: 1 mile
Intensity: Moderate
Perfect for a bit of a challenge, this trail loops past two waterfalls and leads along a beautiful creek.
Length: 4.8 miles
Intensity: Moderate
For experienced hikers only, this trail leads up Mount Thielsen, offering a good amount of exercise and challenge. Hikers are rewarded with stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
Length: 10 miles
Intensity: Difficult
The Little River, which is not far from Wolf Creek Falls, offers excellent fishing and swimming opportunities. Toketee Lake, located about 50 miles from the Wolf Creek Recreation Area, also offers excellent trout fishing. In addition, the many creeks and streams of the Umpqua National Forest offer dozens of fishing, rafting, kayaking, and swimming opportunities.
The Callahans, which are a series of sandstone cliffs, are located right outside Roseburg, the town closest to the Wolf Creek Recreation Area. These cliffs offer over 100 different climbing opportunities and are a great way for climbers to practice their skills or challenge themselves to something new. The Honeycombs, which are also just outside Roseburg, are a series of spires that also offer many different climbs.
The Wolf Creek Recreation Area is itself an excellent spot for sighting some of the area's native wildlife, including raccoons, foxes, deer, bats, and even bears or cougars, as well as over 200 different bird species. The creek is also home to an abundance of amphibians. The BLM North Bank Habitat, located between the Wolf Creek Recreation Area and Roseburg, is also a beautiful place to spot wildlife, do some bird watching, or take pictures.
The Wolf Creek Recreation Area features two picnic sites. One is located across the road from the start of the trail, and the other is about half a mile up the trail. Toketee Lake also features picnic spots with scenic views. River Forks County Park, which is located right outside Roseburg, also offers beautiful views and open areas for play, and it is known as one of the best picnicking locations in the area.
The area around the Wolf Creek Recreation Area has plenty of RV camping options, although the site itself doesn't offer any BLM RV camping. The Wolf Creek Campground offers parking spaces for vehicles up to 30 feet. There are five campsites, as well as three tent sites, each with picnic tables and fire rings. The campground also offers dump service facilities. Elk Haven RV Resort is located between the recreation area and Roseburg. It's well-maintained and quiet, and it offers beautiful views. Whistler's Bend County Park and Campground has 13 sites with full hookups and over 40 non-hookup tent sites. There are restrooms and showers.
Although the Wolf Creek Recreation Area isn't large enough to offer Bureau of Land Management free camping, there are still several free or dispersed camping options nearby. The Tyee Campground is one of several Bureau of Land Management campgrounds in the area and offers bathrooms and freshwater.
The Wolf Creek Recreation Area is beautiful at any time of the year, and because it's open all year, there's never a bad time to visit. Summers are quite warm and relatively dry, whereas the spring, fall, and winter can be very damp, and the area experiences a good amount of rain. Winters are also very cold, and there is a chance of snow. For this reason, it's always best to check the weather forecast before planning a trip and to pack accordingly.
Most BLM campgrounds don't require reservations, but this can vary from site to site, so it's best to call ahead. In general, BLM campgrounds allow for a stay of 14 days within a month's time. Before you head out on your trip, check out our blog for all you need to know about BLM camping.
Whenever you visit any nature or BLM site, it's important to leave the areas as untouched as you found them. Remember to take all of your trash with you and dispose of it in a trash can. Only make fires in designated areas when the fire risk is at an acceptable level. Try not to disturb the plants or animals, and don't take any rocks, plants, or animals home with you.
From Roseburg, take Highway 138 east. Turn right on Little River Road, also known as Country Road #17. Drive for almost 11 miles until you reach the Wolf Creek Falls Trailhead, which will be marked by an arched footbridge.
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