Bigfoot trap, Animal trap in Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest, Oregon, US
The wooden structure measures 10 by 10 feet with thick planks bound by metal bands and telephone poles at the corners.
The North American Wildlife Research Team constructed this trap in 1974 following local miner Perry Lovell's discovery of large footprints in his garden.
The trap represents the Pacific Northwest's connection to Bigfoot stories and stands as a physical manifestation of regional folklore traditions.
The steel door remains permanently open for safety, and visitors reach the site through a short hike from the Collings Mountain trailhead.
During its six years of operation, the trap caught two bears, one hunter, and reportedly one hippie, but never captured its intended target.
Location: Oregon
Inception: 1974
GPS coordinates: 42.05390,-123.14600
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:49
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