North Umpqua Trail

The North Umpqua Trail is a hiking network in Umpqua National Forest that follows the North Umpqua River through dense forests with numerous waterfalls and mountain views. The route is divided into multiple segments of varying lengths and difficulty levels, each offering different forest types and river scenery.

Indigenous peoples used these routes through the region for thousands of years before the modern trail system was developed. The formal network was established in recent decades to provide public access to these traditional travel corridors.

The trail network contains eleven segments that showcase the natural features of the Pacific Northwest through old-growth forests and river corridors.

The network offers options for different abilities, with both challenging multi-day routes and shorter day hikes available throughout the system. Sturdy footwear and weather protection are essential, as conditions in the dense forest can change quickly.

Individual segments were deliberately designed for different experience levels, ranging from strenuous mountain sections to leisurely river-side forest walks. This variety allows visitors of different fitness and skill levels to explore portions of the system.

Location: Oregon

GPS coordinates: 43.32760,-123.00400

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:06