Golden Lodge Recreational Guidebook
City/town information
The historic town of Wolf Creek, founded in September of 1854, was named after the wolves that were once abundant in the state.
Here, the famous Applegate Trail or South Road to Oregon (a guided, wagon train trail) ran through Wolf Creek. This trail provided a safer and more direct route to the Willamette Valley or near by mining towns.
The town of Wolf Creek includes two gas stations, a general store, post office and public library.
Wolf Creek
The historic town of Wolf Creek, founded in September of 1854, was named after the wolves that were once abundant in the state.
Here, the famous Applegate Trail or South Road to Oregon (a guided, wagon train trail) ran through Wolf Creek. This trail provided a safer and more direct route to the Willamette Valley or near by mining towns.
The town of Wolf Creek includes two gas stations, a general store, post office and public library.
Sightseeing
A 7 minute drive from Golden Lodge, this is a fun place to stop and enjoy some food and refreshments while learning about local history.
Wolf Creek Creek Inn, built in 1883, is the oldest continually operated hotel in the Pacific Northwest. It was a long, sought after refuge after journeying over mountains and valleys by stage coach.
Be sure to check ahead for the dining hours and days the restaurant is open. Guided tours of the facility can, also, be arranged.
The inn is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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Wolf Creek General Store
397 Old Hwy 99 SA 7 minute drive from Golden Lodge, this is a fun place to stop and enjoy some food and refreshments while learning about local history.
Wolf Creek Creek Inn, built in 1883, is the oldest continually operated hotel in the Pacific Northwest. It was a long, sought after refuge after journeying over mountains and valleys by stage coach.
Be sure to check ahead for the dining hours and days the restaurant is open. Guided tours of the facility can, also, be arranged.
The inn is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
A 2 minute drive from Golden Lodge, explore a once bustling, gold mining town a half mile up the road from the Golden Lodge. Now abandoned, Golden Townsite State Heritage Site explains the rich history of mining in the area. One can visit the structures that are still standing which are the church with adjacent cemetery, an original homestead, general store/ post office, school house and barn.
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Golden
A 2 minute drive from Golden Lodge, explore a once bustling, gold mining town a half mile up the road from the Golden Lodge. Now abandoned, Golden Townsite State Heritage Site explains the rich history of mining in the area. One can visit the structures that are still standing which are the church with adjacent cemetery, an original homestead, general store/ post office, school house and barn.
A 36 minute drive from Golden Lodge, Seven Feathers Casino Resort is a short, half hour drive up I-5 from the Golden Lodge. Experience the excitement of Nevada-style gaming with hundreds of the hottest slot machines and table games.
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Seven Feathers Casino Resort
146 Chief Miwaleta LnA 36 minute drive from Golden Lodge, Seven Feathers Casino Resort is a short, half hour drive up I-5 from the Golden Lodge. Experience the excitement of Nevada-style gaming with hundreds of the hottest slot machines and table games.
An 8 minute drive from Golden Lodge, London Peak is named after Wolf Creek Inn's most famous guest, Jack London. He was an American author known for completing his novel Valley of the Moon (1913) while staying at the inn that is visible from the overlook in the valley below.
Hike to the view point that overlooks the town of Wolf Creek. The breathtaking view is awe-inspiring and worthwhile. The trail features beautiful wild flowers and is primarily used for hiking, nature trips, and bird watching. Dogs are also able to use this trail, but must be kept on a leash.
Two different trail heads are located on the mountain right, directly behind Wolf Creek Inn. Choose the lower trailhead at the base of the peak if you desire the challenge of a more difficult and steep climb. The trailhead starts in the Wolf Creek park at the picnic area. You have to cross the creek right away (check water level in the winter and spring) to find the access point. This county park has a $5 per vehicle parking fee payable at the park's entrance kiosk.
For a short, barrier-free hike choose the upper trailhead. The road to the upper trailhead is open year round and parking there is free. Directions can be found in the guest room for your convenience.
London Peak
An 8 minute drive from Golden Lodge, London Peak is named after Wolf Creek Inn's most famous guest, Jack London. He was an American author known for completing his novel Valley of the Moon (1913) while staying at the inn that is visible from the overlook in the valley below.
Hike to the view point that overlooks the town of Wolf Creek. The breathtaking view is awe-inspiring and worthwhile. The trail features beautiful wild flowers and is primarily used for hiking, nature trips, and bird watching. Dogs are also able to use this trail, but must be kept on a leash.
Two different trail heads are located on the mountain right, directly behind Wolf Creek Inn. Choose the lower trailhead at the base of the peak if you desire the challenge of a more difficult and steep climb. The trailhead starts in the Wolf Creek park at the picnic area. You have to cross the creek right away (check water level in the winter and spring) to find the access point. This county park has a $5 per vehicle parking fee payable at the park's entrance kiosk.
For a short, barrier-free hike choose the upper trailhead. The road to the upper trailhead is open year round and parking there is free. Directions can be found in the guest room for your convenience.
A half-hour drive from Golden Lodge, one of the United States first jetboat companies, Hellgate Jetboat Excursions run adventures through the wild and scenic Rogue River. Glide inches above the water, share a meal at the River Lodge and take in the sights and sounds of the Historic Hellgate Canyon. Gorgeous scenery, exhilarating fun, and fantastic guides!
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Hellgate Jetboat Excursions
966 SW 6th StA half-hour drive from Golden Lodge, one of the United States first jetboat companies, Hellgate Jetboat Excursions run adventures through the wild and scenic Rogue River. Glide inches above the water, share a meal at the River Lodge and take in the sights and sounds of the Historic Hellgate Canyon. Gorgeous scenery, exhilarating fun, and fantastic guides!
Just 9.4 miles up Coyote Creek Road that turns into BLM land, experience breathtaking, panoramic views from on top of the mountain. Watch a serene sunset, hike or quad past tall, Douglas Fir and pine trees, hike through snow, sled, or snowboard during winter months. Located on BLM land, this is a wooded, recreational, mountain paradise. Map provided in guest room.
Kings Mountain
Just 9.4 miles up Coyote Creek Road that turns into BLM land, experience breathtaking, panoramic views from on top of the mountain. Watch a serene sunset, hike or quad past tall, Douglas Fir and pine trees, hike through snow, sled, or snowboard during winter months. Located on BLM land, this is a wooded, recreational, mountain paradise. Map provided in guest room.
Just 20-30 minutes away from Golden Lodge, the Rogue River, a popular, whitewater river, can be accessed from the towns of Grants Pass or Merlin.
Rafting, kayaking and swimming on the Rogue are favorite summertime activities. Visitors may experience the river as a private, self-guided group or as passengers of a fully outfitted, commercially guided trip. There are many raft rental companies to choose from in the town of Merlin.
Driving along the river or hiking the 40 mile Rogue River National Recreation Trail are other sought after adventures. Imagine spending a day hiking one of the country's most pristine and remote wilderness canyons. Find yourself surrounded by ferns and lush vegetation at one moment and later on amongst expansive, old-growth oak and cedar groves. About every quarter mile, creeks flow under bridges, giving you an opportunity to sit in the shade. Hike past water falls and sparkling creeks, while spotting bald eagles, osprey, and blue heron. Turtles, geese, river otter, and black bear are common sights.
Rogue National Wild and Scenic River
Just 20-30 minutes away from Golden Lodge, the Rogue River, a popular, whitewater river, can be accessed from the towns of Grants Pass or Merlin.
Rafting, kayaking and swimming on the Rogue are favorite summertime activities. Visitors may experience the river as a private, self-guided group or as passengers of a fully outfitted, commercially guided trip. There are many raft rental companies to choose from in the town of Merlin.
Driving along the river or hiking the 40 mile Rogue River National Recreation Trail are other sought after adventures. Imagine spending a day hiking one of the country's most pristine and remote wilderness canyons. Find yourself surrounded by ferns and lush vegetation at one moment and later on amongst expansive, old-growth oak and cedar groves. About every quarter mile, creeks flow under bridges, giving you an opportunity to sit in the shade. Hike past water falls and sparkling creeks, while spotting bald eagles, osprey, and blue heron. Turtles, geese, river otter, and black bear are common sights.
An 8 minute drive from Golden Lodge, at the park, a small playground, swimming area, hiking London Peak trail head, disc golf, and a baseball diamond are the recreational activities provided. There is, also, a picnic area next to river, as well as, a reservable picnic shelter available.
Wolf Creek Park
370 Main StAn 8 minute drive from Golden Lodge, at the park, a small playground, swimming area, hiking London Peak trail head, disc golf, and a baseball diamond are the recreational activities provided. There is, also, a picnic area next to river, as well as, a reservable picnic shelter available.
A 40 minute drive from Golden Lodge, the state park lies along the Applegate Trail and the 1857 gold rush. The hills and streams surrounding the Rogue River Valley were once a rich, gold mining region.
There are two beautiful, tree-lined trails to choose from, the first being the River's Edge Trail, where you can hike a 1 1/4 mile route along the Rogue River. Along the trail you will find a platform for salmon and wildlife viewing near the campground/ program area.
The other option is the first segment of the Rogue River Greenway Trail, a 3 1/2 mile paved, multi-use trail for biking, hiking, etc. through the park. The trail connects the park with the city of Rogue River.
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Parque Estadual Valley of the Rogue
Valley of the Rogue State ParkA 40 minute drive from Golden Lodge, the state park lies along the Applegate Trail and the 1857 gold rush. The hills and streams surrounding the Rogue River Valley were once a rich, gold mining region.
There are two beautiful, tree-lined trails to choose from, the first being the River's Edge Trail, where you can hike a 1 1/4 mile route along the Rogue River. Along the trail you will find a platform for salmon and wildlife viewing near the campground/ program area.
The other option is the first segment of the Rogue River Greenway Trail, a 3 1/2 mile paved, multi-use trail for biking, hiking, etc. through the park. The trail connects the park with the city of Rogue River.
An hour and a half drive from Golden Lodge, hiking or biking enthusiasts, can enjoy an 11 mile, scenic trail through the forest and meadow that skirts around the lake.
The park, also, has a swimming area, horseshoe pits, a group picnic area, a sand volleyball court, 3 miles of river access for fishing, and a boat ramp.
Joseph Stewart State Recreation Area
Oregon 62An hour and a half drive from Golden Lodge, hiking or biking enthusiasts, can enjoy an 11 mile, scenic trail through the forest and meadow that skirts around the lake.
The park, also, has a swimming area, horseshoe pits, a group picnic area, a sand volleyball court, 3 miles of river access for fishing, and a boat ramp.
An hour and 20 minute drive from Golden Lodge, heading to or from the Oregon coast on Hwy 99, this day-use park is perfect picnic spot or place to stretch your legs on a short walking trail. There is a 9-hole disc golf course as well.
Parque Estadual Illinois River Forks
An hour and 20 minute drive from Golden Lodge, heading to or from the Oregon coast on Hwy 99, this day-use park is perfect picnic spot or place to stretch your legs on a short walking trail. There is a 9-hole disc golf course as well.
A 12 minute drive south of Golden Lodge, located in beautiful, Sunny Valley, the interpretive center offers a glimpse into the colorful history of this rugged area. Stories of pioneer settlers, the naming of Grave Creek, the discovery of gold, the impact of the stage line and the building of the railroad, along with many historical displays are among the many things that can be learned from your visit.
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Applegate Trail Interpretive Center
500 Sunny Valley LoopA 12 minute drive south of Golden Lodge, located in beautiful, Sunny Valley, the interpretive center offers a glimpse into the colorful history of this rugged area. Stories of pioneer settlers, the naming of Grave Creek, the discovery of gold, the impact of the stage line and the building of the railroad, along with many historical displays are among the many things that can be learned from your visit.
A half-hour drive from Golden Lodge, explore the park where more than 80 animals live in sanctuary. Learn about the bears, wolves, badgers, big cats, birds of prey and more.
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Wildlife Images Rehabilitation and Education Center
11845 Lower River RdA half-hour drive from Golden Lodge, explore the park where more than 80 animals live in sanctuary. Learn about the bears, wolves, badgers, big cats, birds of prey and more.
An hour north of Golden Lodge, this internationally recognized wildlife park saves rare and endangered species from all around the world. The park is dedicated to conservation, education, and animals placed in wide-open spaces. It features over 600 animals and is the only drive through animal park in the state of Oregon. Escape on a wild, African Safari, getting up close to ostrich, lion, and zebra. Venture through the homes of hippos, rhinos, giraffes, elephants, cheetahs, tigers, bears, bison, and elk. Wildlife Safari is truly an experience beyond a zoo.
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Safari da Vida Selvagem
1790 Safari RdAn hour north of Golden Lodge, this internationally recognized wildlife park saves rare and endangered species from all around the world. The park is dedicated to conservation, education, and animals placed in wide-open spaces. It features over 600 animals and is the only drive through animal park in the state of Oregon. Escape on a wild, African Safari, getting up close to ostrich, lion, and zebra. Venture through the homes of hippos, rhinos, giraffes, elephants, cheetahs, tigers, bears, bison, and elk. Wildlife Safari is truly an experience beyond a zoo.
A 2 1/2 hour drive from Golden Lodge, Crater Lake, is a gorgeous, picturesque, natural phenomenon. It is a lake of deep water inside a sleeping volcano.
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Crater Lake
A 2 1/2 hour drive from Golden Lodge, Crater Lake, is a gorgeous, picturesque, natural phenomenon. It is a lake of deep water inside a sleeping volcano.
A half-hour drive from Golden Lodge, hike the scenic 3.7 mile moderately, trafficked, out and back trail that follows along side the Rogue River. The trail is accessible year-round. Dogs are able to use this trail as well.
In the Fall, you can witness salmon jumping up stream, along with beautiful, autumn colors.
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Rainie Falls
A half-hour drive from Golden Lodge, hike the scenic 3.7 mile moderately, trafficked, out and back trail that follows along side the Rogue River. The trail is accessible year-round. Dogs are able to use this trail as well.
In the Fall, you can witness salmon jumping up stream, along with beautiful, autumn colors.