As the Rogue River enters the Wild Rogue Wilderness, civilization falls behind and visitors are whisked away upon its emerald green waters. Thick forests, lush with groundcover line the banks and the deep pools teem with Salmon & Steelhead. Intermediate level rapids interrupt the placid pools with one larger rapid known as Rainie Falls that is most often portaged by commercial trips.

Many of the Rogue’s rapids once resembled Rainie Falls, far more treacherous and difficult to navigate but were altered through explosives by early settlers eager to use the river for commerce and transport.

Several historic lodges remain from this era along the river banks, accessible only by river, plane or trail. Multiple-day trips down the Rogue can be organized to allow for room & board within the lodges as an alternative to camping.

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