Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest

Recreational Activities - Trails

Silver Peak - Hobson Horn Trail 1166

Season:	Spring, Summer, and Fall
Elevation:	800 to 4,400 Feet
Length:	18.3 Miles
User Groups and Difficulty Rating:			Most Difficult - Hiker
			Most Difficult - Pack and Saddle
			Most Difficult - Mountain Bike
			Most Difficult - Motorized Bike
Prohibited User Groups:
Trail is Not Designed for:	ATV, 4-Wheel Drive, Barrier Free
Level of Use:	Low
Facilities:	None on West End
Maps:	Galice Ranger District Map Gold Beach Ranger District Map USGS Quad(s): •
Fee:	None

Description: One of the districts' most rugged and isolated, non-wilderness trails. This trail is a challenge for hikers and riders alike due to the very tight switchbacks and loose rock along the ridge. Physically challenging hike, and excellent views. The trail descends gradually for the first 3.0 miles to a jagged, brush covered ridge line where it remains for the next few miles.

This historic trail travels through some of the most spectacularly rugged landscapes in southern Oregon. Connecting the site of an old forest fire lookout to the Illinois River Trail. The trail once provided access to the rich gold producing areas along Silver Creek. Being a non-wilderness trail, this trail offers an exceptional trail ride for experienced motorcyclists seeking a near wilderness experience.

This is a very isolated and rugged trail. Be sure to carry plenty of water and always be prepared for an emergency stay in the forest by carrying extra clothes and food. The only water is found in the first 3.0 miles. Two springs, dotted with cobra-lilies (rare insect eating plants) make for an interesting sight!

NOTE:

• Horse Users - Very little water along trail route.
• Mountain Bicycles - strenuous ride with sharp switchbacks and some areas of narrow tread. Very experienced riders only.
• Mountain bike and motorcycle riders may only travel to the trailhead at Oak Flat, via the Illinois River Trail between the months of September 16 and May 14 of each year when such use is allowed.

East Access: I-5 north to exit 61 Merlin. Continue west on Merlin-Galice road. Turn left onto the Galice Creek Access road, 34-8-36, proceed approximately 10 miles to Forest Service road 2411, trailhead begins on Hobson Horn off Forest Service road 2411.

West Access: See the Illinois River Trail for driving instructions to the trailhead at Oak Flat. From the trailhead it is 5.3 miles to the junction of the Silver Peak - Hobson Horn Trail.