Agness is a hiker’s paradise, offering a large network of spectacular hiking trails. Here are three popular ones: Lower Rogue River Trail: Hikers can enter this beautiful trail next to the Library/Community Building at the east trailhead. The trail continues twelve miles downriver, a wonderful day hike with lots of wildlife, going past Copper Canyon and ending at Morey … [Read more...]
#48 – Cape Blanco State Park
Cape Blanco is located about 9 miles north of Port Orford along a mountainous stretch of Oregon coastline. Jutting out a mile and a half into the Pacific, it is a large and fairly level promontory about 200 feet above sea level, with white, chalky cliffs that face the ocean (hence its name) and jagged, rocky formations extending from its northern end. The Sixes River flows into … [Read more...]
#47 – Port Orford Heads State Park & Battle Rock Park
Port Orford Heads State Park is a beautiful expanse of coastal land running along the western edge of Port Orford, and Battle Rock Park another, running along the town’s southeastern shore. Both are rich in natural beauty, recreational opportunities sand historical significance. Port Orford Heads State Park has excellent hiking trails on the headlands affording dramatic … [Read more...]