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A great trail in southern Oregon that follows a creek.


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10.3

Miles

16.5

KM

Point to Point

2,720' 829 m

High

1,156' 352 m

Low

2,215' 675 m

Up

1,299' 396 m

Down

6%

Avg Grade (4°)

32%

Max Grade (18°)

Dogs Leashed

Features River/Creek

No fires in unimproved campgrounds.

Description

The parking for the start of this trail is off of Taylor Creek Rd (NF-25), 3.6 miles southwest of Galice Rd. There are actually several spots to park and join the trail off of Taylor Creek Rd further down if you're looking for a shorter hike.

At 10.3 miles this would make a long out-and-back hike to do in a day; either consider camping or have a shuttle arranged.

From the trailhead, the northern portion of trail drops into the Taylor Creek drainage and starts out smooth and fairly level. Once you have reached the main stem of Taylor Creek the trail traverses the steep hill side with a few steep climbs and descents, and a few creek crossings. The trail surface is mainly smooth dirt with a few rock screes and roots to break it up. The creek provides some great pools to cool off in the hot summer heat.

There are a few trails that intersect the trail, so watch the junctions and make sure you're staying straight on Taylor Creek Trail.

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Shared By:

Nick McDaniel

Trail Ratings

  4.3 from 3 votes

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in Galice

#10083

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in Galice

#295

in Oregon

#10,083

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Photos

Scene from the 'Jedi' section of the Taylor Creek Trail
Dec 18, 2017 near Merlin, OR
Burned Timber Creek Falls
Oct 13, 2017 near Merlin, OR

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May 4, 2020
BK Hope
Trail good except for rough section between Minnow Creek and China Creek. No brush but lots of wildflowers.
Mar 1, 2020
James Steele
Trail save for a small section near Minnow Creek was clear and maintained. The Klondike and Taylor Creek fire scars are evident but the growth of n… 5mi — 2h 00m
Nov 7, 2016
BK Hope
There are now new bridges at all the creek crossings - no more wading! 10mi
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