Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest

Recreational Activities - Trails

Upper South Fork Trail 986

Season:	June through October
Elevation:	4,000 to 5,700 Feet
Length:	5.1 Miles
User Groups and Difficulty Rating:		to	More Difficult to Most Difficult - Hiker
Prohibited User Groups:	Pack and Saddle, Mountain Bike, Motorized Bike, ATV, 4-Wheel Drive
Trail is Not Designed for:	Barrier Free
Level of Use:	Light
Facilities:
Maps:	Butte Falls Ranger District Map USGS Quad(s): •
Fee:

Description: This primitive trail (little to no maintenance) offers the hiker a challenging workout. It winds up through the South Fork Canyon, fording the river several times. As you near the end of the trail, Beal Lake and Mud Lake offer excellent spots to look for a camp sight. Blue Lake, Meadow Lake, and Horseshoe Lake are often crowded, so if you are looking for privacy you may want to choose a more isolated spot.

ACCESS:

Butte Falls: Take Highway 821 east out of town for 1.0 mile until you reach the Prospect-Butte Falls Highway. Turn north and continue 9.0 miles until you reach Forest Service road 34. Turn east and continue 8.5 miles to Forest Service road 37. Turn south and continue 5 miles to road 720. Follow road 720 for one mile until you reach the trailhead. There is room for several cars along the side of the road.

Prospect: Take the Prospect-Butte Falls Highway towards Butte Falls for 16 miles until you reach Forest Service road 34. Turn east and follow the directions from above.