Porcupine Creek Nature Trail
Umpqua National Forest, Douglas County, OR
Loop trail in Umpqua National Forest, Douglas County, OR. Hiking, Horseback riding, Mountain biking, & Walking.
- Distance
- 0.5 mi (0.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 66 ft (20 m)
- Est. Time
- 10 min
- High point
- 5,312 ft (1,619 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Questions about Porcupine Creek Nature Trail
How long is Porcupine Creek Nature Trail?
Porcupine Creek Nature Trail is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) long. Most people take about 10 min. It climbs 66 ft (20 m) in total, up to a high point of 5,312 ft (1,619 m).
How hard is Porcupine Creek Nature Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Porcupine Creek Nature Trail?
2 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Porcupine Creek Nature Trail?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Porcupine Creek Nature Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (94% under trees).
Is Porcupine Creek Nature Trail good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on Porcupine Creek Nature Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking, Walking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Porcupine Creek Nature Trail?
South Shore Pizza, 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: South Store, 1.1 mi (1.8 km).
Is this a good week for Porcupine Creek Nature Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Porcupine Creek Nature Trail
- Dellenback Bike Path Umpqua National Forest · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
- Mount Thielsen Trail Mount Thielsen Wilderness · Hard · 8.9 mi (14.3 km)
- Diamond Ski Loop Nordic Umpqua National Forest · Easy · 4.1 mi (6.5 km)
- Mount Thielsen Trail Mount Thielsen Wilderness · Expert · 9.6 mi (15.5 km)
- Dellenback Bike Path Umpqua National Forest · Moderate · 0.9 mi (1.5 km)
- Diamond Ski Loop Nordic Umpqua National Forest · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
- Diamond Lake Loop Umpqua National Forest · Easy · 10.8 mi (17.4 km)
- Diamond Ski Loop Nordic Umpqua National Forest · Moderate · 12.4 mi (19.9 km)
More hikes in Umpqua National Forest
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap