Oregon
Off the Map: Choose Your Pace Hiking & Camping Along the Rogue River
Program No. 2384060MEADV-1116-60
Experience the great outdoors from different perspectives as you choose which hiking, rafting and floating adventures are right for you along the marvelous Rogue River trail.
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6 days
5 nights
14 meals
5B 4L 5D
1
Check-in, Registration, Welcome Dinner, Orientation
Galice resort
2
Hiking in the Rogue River Wilderness
Camping along the Rogue River
3
Kelsey Creek, Winkle Bar, Zane Grey's Cabin
Camping along the Rogue River
4
Mule Creek Canyon, Blossom Bar Rapid, Half Moon Bar
Camping along the Rogue River
5
Flora Dell Falls, End of the Trail
Galice resort
6
Program Concludes
Galice resort
At a Glance
On quiet trails along the Rogue River, wildflowers sprout colorful blooms of pinks and yellows and bald eagles soar above verdant cliffs. Welcome to your home for the week: a beautiful remote river canyon in Southwest Oregon. With experts by your side, unplug from the outside world and spend three nights camping on one of the west coast’s most picturesque trails. In this hiker’s paradise, choose the trails perfect for your desired level of physical activity, or float along in a raft with new friends. Along the way, learn about the local wildlife and study unique flora before resting your eyes under the stars.
Activity Level
Outdoor: Choose Your Pace
Each day, choose from hiking and rafting options based on your desired level of challenge and pace. Depending on the day, hikes range from 2.2-6.3 miles on maintained trails with varied terrain.
Micro Group
These adventures feature our smallest group size, with 12 participants or fewer.
Best of all, you’ll…
- Join experts on either a hiking or rafting adventure to your campsite at Horseshoe Bend.
- Enjoy a pleasant lunch at a cabin built by American Western novelist Zane Grey.
- Experience a serene float to Winkle Bar as you immerse yourself in the wonders of the wilderness.
General Notes
Due to accommodation limitations, single rooms and roommate matching are not available for solo travelers on this program. This is a Micro Group program, with 12 or fewer participants. This program is part of our “Off the Map” series, exploring truly remote areas of the United States as a way to connect with local culture and landscapes, and disconnect with the hustle and bustle of our everyday lives. Our goal is to bring you to places that have limited (or no) access to Wi-Fi, cell service and other technology so you can enjoy authentic learning experiences without modern distractions. Due to the nature of this program, listening devices are not available.
Suggested Reading List
(5 books)
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You can find many of the books we recommend at the Road Scholar store on bookshop.org, a website that supports local bookstores.
Off the Map: Choose Your Pace Hiking & Camping Along the Rogue River
Program Number: 23840
The Hip Pocket Naturalist: A Guide to Oregons Rogue River Basin
Illahe: The Story of Settlement in the Rogue River Canyon
(Out of print.)
The Rogue: A River to Run
The story of pioneer Rogue River runner Glen Wooldridge.
The Rogue River - A Comprehensive Guide
A waterproof, spiral-bound map and guidebook.
Rogue River Float Guide
Waterproof booklet
Program
At a Glance
Duration
6 days
Program Begins
Galice resort
Program Concludes
Galice resort
Group Type
Micro Group
Meals
14
| 5B |
4L |
5D |
Activity Level
On quiet trails along the Rogue River, wildflowers sprout colorful blooms of pinks and yellows and bald eagles soar above verdant cliffs. Welcome to your home for the week: a beautiful remote river canyon in Southwest Oregon. With experts by your side, unplug from the outside world and spend three nights camping on one of the west coast’s most picturesque trails. In this hiker’s paradise, choose the trails perfect for your desired level of physical activity, or float along in a raft with new friends. Along the way, learn about the local wildlife and study unique flora before resting your eyes under the stars.)
Best of all, you'll...
- Join experts on either a hiking or rafting adventure to your campsite at Horseshoe Bend.
- Enjoy a pleasant lunch at a cabin built by American Western novelist Zane Grey.
- Experience a serene float to Winkle Bar as you immerse yourself in the wonders of the wilderness.
General Notes
Due to accommodation limitations, single rooms and roommate matching are not available for solo travelers on this program. This is a Micro Group program, with 12 or fewer participants. This program is part of our “Off the Map” series, exploring truly remote areas of the United States as a way to connect with local culture and landscapes, and disconnect with the hustle and bustle of our everyday lives. Our goal is to bring you to places that have limited (or no) access to Wi-Fi, cell service and other technology so you can enjoy authentic learning experiences without modern distractions. Due to the nature of this program, listening devices are not available.
Activity Level
Outdoor: Choose Your Pace
Each day, choose from hiking and rafting options based on your desired level of challenge and pace. Depending on the day, hikes range from 2.2-6.3 miles on maintained trails with varied terrain.
Micro Group
(12 Max)
These adventures feature our smallest group size, with 12 participants or fewer.
Suggested Reading List
View Full List
(5 Books)
You can also find many of the books we recommend at the Road Scholar store on bookshop.org, a website that supports local bookstores.
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Duration
6 days
5 nights
What's Included
14 meals | 5B | 4L | 5D |
8 expert-led field trips
An experienced Group Leader
5 nights of accommodations
Taxes and customary gratuity
Road Scholar Assurance Plan
Day
1
Check-in, Registration, Welcome Dinner, Orientation
Location:
Galice resort
Meals:
D
Stay:
Galice Resort
Activity Note
Lodge check-in from 4:00 p.m.
Afternoon:
Program Registration. We'll meet in front of the Galice Store at 4:00 p.m. then go to our lodge for the evening and assign rooms. After you have your room assignment, join us at the Road Scholar table to register with the program staff and get your welcome packet containing the up-to-date schedule that reflects any changes, other important information, and to confirm the time and location of the Orientation session. If you arrive late, please ask for your packet when you check in. Remember to bring your name-tag (sent previously).
Dinner:
In the Galice Lodge dining room, we'll enjoy a meal served by O.R.E. staff with coffee, tea, water, juice, and wine. Feel free to bring your own alcoholic beverages.
Evening:
Orientation. The Group Leader will greet everyone and lead introductions. We will review the up-to-date program schedule, discuss roles and responsibilities, logistics, safety guidelines, emergency procedures, and answer questions. This program includes both river rafting and raft-supported hiking. Rafts will carry most of your personal gear, as well as food and group supplies. You’ll need to bring a day pack, but you will need to carry only those few items you’ll need along the trail during the day. The location of the camps will result in long hikes on certain days. To avoid this, we transport hikers by raft around certain sections of trail. The sections of the river rafted are mild (class II whitewater and below). Periods in the schedule designated as “Free time” and “At leisure” offer opportunities to do what you like and make your experience even more meaningful and memorable according to your personal preferences. The Group Leader will be happy to offer suggestions. Program activities, schedules, personnel, and indicated distances or times may change due to local circumstances/conditions. In the event of changes, we will alert you as quickly as possible. Thank you for your understanding.
Day
2
Hiking in the Rogue River Wilderness
Location:
Camping along the Rogue River
Meals:
B,L,D
Stay:
Rogue River Campsite
Activity Note
Hiking 3.3-5 miles in the morning, 4.6-6.3 miles to Black Bar in the afternoon. Hiking 2.5 miles or rafting to campsite in the afternoon.
Breakfast:
Meal prepared by program staff at Galice Lodge. Coffee, tea, juice, and water provided.
Morning:
We'll check out of the lodge and depart for the trail at approximately 8:30 a.m. We will have the choice of a 3.3- or 5-mile hike this morning to either Whiskey Creek or Tyee campsite for our lunch stop. In general, the elevations encountered today (and on subsequent days) are low – starting with 689 feet at the trailhead – but the trail climbs and descends multiple times. In addition, though the trail is of moderate difficulty overall, participants may find certain sections of the trail more challenging. Hikers should be prepared for conditions including rocky slopes, loose gravel, washouts, and downed trees. Hikers should also be aware that poison oak grows along the trail (for this reason we recommend that you consider wearing long-sleeved shirts and long pants).
Lunch:
At riverside, we’ll meet the hiking group and enjoy a lunch freshly prepared by O.R.E. staff.
Afternoon:
We'll elect to begin a 4.6- or 6.3-mile hike to Black Bar. From there, we'll have the choice of rafting to our next campsite at Horseshoe Bend or hiking another 2.5 miles.
Dinner:
At the campsite, we'll gather for a meal prepared by O.R.E. staff.
Evening:
Evening hours each day include leisure time, allowing for swimming, fishing, exploring the area and other campsite activities. Each day may also include instructional presentations on a variety of topics concerning the region’s cultural or natural history.
Day
3
Kelsey Creek, Winkle Bar, Zane Grey's Cabin
Location:
Camping along the Rogue River
Meals:
B,L,D
Stay:
Rogue River Campsite
Activity Note
Hiking 5.5 miles or rafting to Winkle Bar in the morning; hiking 5.8 miles or rafting to campsite in the afternoon.
Breakfast:
Meal prepared by program staff at campsite.
Morning:
The first hiking section will be 5.5 miles to Winkle Bar and lunch. 3.6 miles in, we'll stop for a break by the cool waters of Kelsey Creek. The choice to float the first section of the day is available. At the end of the section, we'll meet the raft guides for lunch at a cabin built by the American Western novelist Zane Grey.
Lunch:
Meal prepared by program staff at riverside.
Afternoon:
From Winkle Bar, we'll continue hiking for 5.8 miles to Rogue River Ranch, our campsite for the evening. Those who wish to raft this section are welcome to do so.
Dinner:
Meal prepared by program staff at campsite.
Evening:
At leisure.
Day
4
Mule Creek Canyon, Blossom Bar Rapid, Half Moon Bar
Location:
Camping along the Rogue River
Meals:
B,L,D
Stay:
Rogue River Campsite
Activity Note
Hiking 5.2 miles in the morning. Choice of hiking 5 miles or rafting to camp in the afternoon.
Breakfast:
Meal prepared by program staff at campsite.
Morning:
We'll set out on a 5.2-mile hike from the Rogue River Ranch and watch the raft leaders run the difficult and demanding Blossom Bar rapid. We follow the river as it flows through Mule Creek Canyon. Due to the nature of the river, everyone will be required to hike this section. At Half Moon Bar, we'll meet up with the raft leaders for lunch.
Lunch:
Meal prepared by program staff.
Afternoon:
We'll have the choice of hiking 5.4 miles or rafting through the lower part of the river through Huggins Canyon to our camp at Tacoma.
Dinner:
Meal prepared by program staff at campsite.
Evening:
At leisure.
Day
5
Flora Dell Falls, End of the Trail
Location:
Galice resort
Meals:
B,L,D
Stay:
Galice Resort
Activity Note
Hiking 2.2 miles in the morning, 4.4 miles in the afternoon; trail climbs away from the river. Getting in/out of a van; driving about 40 miles, approximately 2-4 hours to Galice Lodge; mixed surface road with some gravel.
Breakfast:
Meal prepared by program staff at campsite.
Morning:
We'll head out on a 2.2-mile hike from Tacoma Camp to Flora Dell Falls.
Lunch:
Meal prepared by program staff at riverside.
Afternoon:
We're into the homestretch! We'll split from the raft leaders and continue on the final 4.4 miles of the Rogue River Trail. (The choice to float the final segment may be available but is not guaranteed.) At the end of the trail, cool drinks will be available before we board a van and ride back to Galice Resort in time for dinner.
Dinner:
Meal prepared by the Restaurant at Galice Resort.
Evening:
At leisure. Prepare for check-out and departure in the morning.
Day
6
Program Concludes
Location:
Galice resort
Meals:
B
Activity Note
Lodge check-out 10:30 a.m.
Breakfast:
Meal prepared by program staff at Galice Lodge.
Morning:
The van is set to leave for the airport at 10:30 a.m. This concludes our program. If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on independently, have a wonderful time. If you are transferring to another Road Scholar program, detailed instructions are included in your Information Packet for that program. We hope you enjoy Road Scholar learning adventures and look forward to having you on rewarding programs in the future. Don’t forget to join our Facebook page and follow us on Instagram. Best wishes for all your journeys!
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MEALS
14 Meals
5 Breakfasts
4 Lunches
5 Dinners
LODGING
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- Sep 01, 2025 - Sep 06, 2025
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Participant Reviews
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For hikers, rafters, and outdoor enthusiasts this trip is a perfect combination of moderately challenging hikes and fun rafting! I loved camping along the river each night.
— Review left June 3, 2024
excellent in all aspects, including Head Boatman Ted
— Review left September 14, 2023
This was a fantastic program. It was well described and met all my expectations and beyond. I hiked in the morning and rafted in the afternoons. All the staff were knowledgeable and helpful.
— Review left September 8, 2023
Very pleasant not too strenuous supported (by rafts) hiking experience along a wild and scenic river. Head guide Ted and his crew are personable, knowledgeable, accommodating -- and also erected and took down the camp tents and cots each day. They worked diligently to maximize our enjoyment of the Rogue. In addition to discussion of human and natural history, particularly geology, the wIldflower display was memorable and the grass flora rich. The BLM plant guide is sketchy and covers only the eastern portion of the trail. A typical agreeable RS small group.
— Review left August 16, 2022
Hiking, camping and rafting on the Rogue River is a fabulous experience. Outstanding river guides with a wonderful camp set up. Glorious views of the river as you hike up high, and peaceful walks through the forest. The rafting is fun, not too scary, although you will get wet! Make sure to bring water shoes as well as hiking shoes. Hiking poles a must. Our hiking leader was passionate about the river and wanting to save its beauty.
— Review left September 8, 2021