Umpqua River

The Umpqua River in Oregon stretches approximately 111 miles from the Cascade Mountains to the Pacific Ocean, offering a diverse landscape of forests, valleys, and scenic stretches. Particularly the North Umpqua is prized for its emerald-green waters and serves as a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors enjoy excellent fly-fishing for salmon and steelhead, thrilling whitewater rafting and kayaking, as well as swimming and floating on calmer sections during summer. The renowned 79-mile North Umpqua Trail invites hikers and mountain bikers along the river, while numerous campgrounds, waterfalls, and picnic spots provide perfect opportunities for relaxation and nature experiences in a beautiful, less crowded setting.