Fishing The Rogue

4.5 mi

This beautiful state park is just north of the town of Medford and runs along the southern bank of…read morethe Rogue River. Though the river is known for its rapids up near Grants Pass, this section is mostly placid with one section of faster water that the little fishing motor boat we saw had no problem with. The dirt, mostly single track trail runs fairly close to the river, with access points for fisherman or fun like throwing rocks into the water. There were plenty of birds to view. We saw one mountain bike and and some sections of the trail had clearly been travelled by horses. There was one groomed loop that was an interpretive trail, with numbered stations but no info. It just may be too early in the season to get maps at entry since the booth was unmanned when we entered the large parking lot. A good time was had by all, including the dogs, though they came home with DOZENS of ticks so be careful out there.

Nice setting of modest size along the Rogue River but completely mismanaged. $5 entry fee via…read moreself-serve kiosk. Other visitors behind us just ignored the ticket booth without consequence. Once we paid and entered the Park we noted 75+% of the grassy/picnic areas were unusable due to being showered by sprinkler system - thus all visitors were uncomfortably squished together in the few dry spots available. The watering system went on-and-on for about an hour and a half. Thus a giant F/U shout-out is due the OR State Park workers who are either too stupid, too lazy, or just plain so inconsiderate to be bothered to handle their park maintenance chores like watering outside of the middle of the afternoon when the Park usage is at it's peak. And note there are two sets of restrooms in the Park - both apparently permanently closed. Instead there are portable units with no running water. So your $5 entry fee is paying for what, exactly? Too bad this place is so poorly managed. It could and should be a community asset. Instead it's just another example of poorly run government. BTW - when the Park employees did come around to finally shut off the spinklers (some of which watered the parking lot as much as the grass) - they didn't bother to do anything else (like check to make sure folks paid the entry fee, or pick up any trash, or bother to check if patrons were complying with Park Rules re alcohol, etc). What a waste of a resource...

Warm day in winter at Touvelle.

Winter at Touvelle.

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My boys & dogs checking out the river and Table Rock

Adventure Oregon

39.5 mi

Troy and April are super personable guides who seem to genuinely want their customers to enjoy…read moretheir time. We booked two kayaks for $50 each for a three hour self-guided tour on the canoe trail of Klamath lake. This was the best deal we could find in the area, and it was well worth it. We had so much fun, and the rental equipment was of good quality. Just remember to bring sunscreen and water. We booked our tour the day of and it worked out, but I would recommend booking in advance. This is a small operation, and we felt terrible that they had to get our rentals ready with such short notice. They did everything perfectly, from communication to the meeting spot to punctuality, but please don't do what we did and book in advance if possible!

We did both a canoe trip and a fishing trip with Adventure Oregon. It was so fun to be on the…read morewater with our guides, Troy and April. Troy, the owner, was very professional to work with, clearly loves his craft, and enjoys showing off this area of Oregon. Would definitely recommend and would definitely tour with them again.

Fishing on Pelican Bay

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Rogue Jet Boat Adventures

4.9

(110 reviews)

4.6 mi

Awesome jet boat ride. The captain shared incredible history of the area, and was super friendly…read more Saw a deer swimming across the river and a bald eagle along the bank. The island has a great selection of drinks and snacks.

My family and i showed more then earlier to choose the back of the boat and when we get there the…read morelady on charge of the loading zone Emily we explained that we like to go in the back and that's we came early , she said yes and we got excited and at the time to load she just jump over and move another crew in the back ... we got super disappointed . That was Us first and last time and I'm not going to recommend the tour

Beautiful view from the river we ride on from the jet boat.

View of discovery park from the water

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View of the lake with all of the amenities.

Morrisons Rogue Wilderness Adventures

4.8

(143 reviews)

35.2 mi

We had an amazing 3 day lodge to lodge raft trip. Our guides Brent, Carmen and Greg were fantastic…read more The overnight lodges were comfortable with good dinners and breakfasts, each one offered private rooms with private baths, hot showers. The rafting itself was amazing with a variety of rapids and scenery. We saw a lot of wildlife around the lodges and during rafting. Our guides made great lunches which we devoured at gorgeous locations along the river banks. The front desk staff that helped with our reservations as well as pre and post trip lodge accommodation at Morrions lodge were nice. Shout out to Lisa for everything she did to make our experience memorable. Highly recommend the rafting as well as the morrison lodge. We will be back soon

I have a group of friends who do hiking trips together every few years, and this year we picked…read moreMorrisons Rogue River hike with support from guides on rafts. Booking the trip was relatively straightforward, but Morrisons highly encouraged us to do trip insurance because they don't offer refunds, which should've been the first red flag. Before I go too far, I do want to give a huge shout out to our guides Drew, Adam, and Johnny. They were amazing, and if I were rating just them, this review would be 5++ stars. They were friendly, knowledgeable, helpful, and genuinely cared about us and our hike. The rest of the Morrison's staff...not so much. There was an active wildfire in the area before we started the hike. We talked to Morrison's several times in the days leading up to the trip (before we flew out) and even asked about rebooking the trip for a different time, when the forest in the area wasn't on fire. We were assured that even though they were planning a few modifications to our itinerary (i.e. at least one day of rafting instead of hiking), they were confident that it would be a wonderful trip. Fast forward to the end of day 2 of our trip...and they had to cancel the rest of the 4-day hike due to safety concerns and, ultimately, a mandatory evacuation. To be clear, I'm not upset that we were pulled out of the woods, as that was an obvious safety decision. I'm mad because we specifically asked about rebooking for different dates and were told no. Morrison's got us back to their main lodge the following morning, at which point they considered themselves done with us. There was no refund, no help finding rooms for the night, and the last lodge we were in literally wouldn't even let us use the bathroom in the hour we were waiting for vans to get us back to safety. Morrison's did at least send us all an official email about the trip cancellation so that we could share that with our travel insurance (if we'd purchased it) to try to get a refund, but that was about it. Morrisons also made the guides tell us, rather than having anyone higher up in the company talk to us. From what we can tell, they also didn't do anything to help their guides (e.g. helping them find lodging) once the trip was canceled. I will also add that I'm vegetarian, and although there was a lot of very tasty vegetarian food available, vegetarian protein was extremely scarce. For dinner the two nights we hiked (~9 mi on day 1 and 15 mi on day 2), there was no source of vegetarian protein for me to eat. (The gluten free and dairy free people fared much better.) It would've been so easy to roast a portobello mushroom the way they roasted salmon, or to do some kind of meat substitute when they did ribs (they did have meat substitute at the lunches, and eggs or veggie patties at breakfast). I had brought some protein powder with me, but not enough to make up for dinners without protein. My friends ended up giving me the protein bars they'd brought for themselves to try to make up for the dinners. To Morrison's: please consider all macronutrients (carbs, fat, AND protein) when planning meals for your guests! Overall, I would absolutely go back to the river with any of the guides, but I'll never use Morrisons again, and I recommend that you don't either.

Awesome time solo rafting through the rapids.

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Get Sum Guide Service

(1 review)

11.9 mi

Hands down a blast ... Chris put us on the fish and showed us a great time on the water..read more

From the owner: Southern Oregon is a paradise for anglers, with a diverse range of fish species and ample…read moreopportunities for both freshwater and saltwater fishing. From the majestic Rogue River to the scenic lakes and streams of the Cascades, southern Oregon has something for every type of fisherman. Southern Oregon is home to a variety of fish species, including salmon, steelhead, trout, bass, and panfish. The Rogue River is known for its abundant salmon and steelhead runs, with Chinook salmon, coho salmon, and steelhead all making their way up the river each year. The Rogue is also home to rainbow trout, brown trout, and cutthroat trout, which can be found in the river's tributaries and in the many lakes and streams of the region. Other popular fish species in southern Oregon include largemouth bass, which can be found in many of the region's lakes and reservoirs, and panfish such as bluegill and crappie, which can be caught in the smaller streams and ponds of the Cascades. Southern Oregon is home to many popular fishing spots, including the Rogue River, the Applegate River, and the Klamath River. The Rogue River is perhaps the most well-known fishing destination in the region, with its abundant salmon and steelhead runs, as well as its trophy-sized trout. Other popular spots on the Rogue include the Lost Creek Lake, the Applegate River, and the Upper Klamath Lake. We work hard to know where the fish are and to get our gests to them. Come get your trophy!

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Hellgate Jetboat Excursions

4.5

(312 reviews)

23.9 mi

super great trip! we booked the one hour for a group of 14, with ages ranging from pre-teen to…read moresenior and everyone enjoyed it! the river is beautiful, and we didn't get super wet. the restaurant that's by the river is delicious, one of the best salads i have ever had and i dont think i got the diarrhea parasite. the gift store was super fun, i got a wolf shirt to represent that i have 2 wolves inside of me. shout out to our captain joel who made this a super experience! he was a very good guide, with lots of nature facts as well as fun anecdotes about his life here!

Had a great time. Booked a 2 hour jet boat for our group of 10. We all got to sit together in two…read morerows. 5 kids and 5 adults. I recommend a phone water case, dry bag, and do not wear clothes or shoes you don't a want to get wet. It was hot and the water felt great. They stop every few mins and get splashed.

Waterfalls near loading dock.

Souvenirs.

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Waterfall on the way to lodge for dinner

Arrowhead River Adventures

(12 reviews)

28.6 mi

Our white water rafting adventure with arrowhead tours was awesome. Chris our guide was…read moreknowledgeable, helpful and knew a few good jokes too. We saw some wildlife on our way down the river & had some time to get in & float around for a few minutes. The rapids were exhilarating, highly recommend this tour group!

My daughter and I went last year and it was awesome! A local family owned and former outdoor school…read moreteacher- what could be better? Hoping to book again this year, it was awesome!!

Half-day Hellgate Canyon river trip on the Rogue River, outside of Grants Pass, Oregon

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Passengers walk around Rainie Falls on an overnight river trip on the Rogue River in Oregon.

Rogue Rods

Some of the finest fishing rods made in the United States are made at Rogue Rods. Fishing rods for…read moretrout fishing fly fish salmon fishing deep-sea fishing are manufactured here. Very high-quality

Superior Athletic Club

(60 reviews)

11.7 mi

This gym is expensive and feels old. I think it's at least $99 per…read moremonth for a couple, and $125 or more for a family membership. If playing racquetball and swimming laps are important to you, then it might be worth it. They just raised their rates and I'm not able to see any upgrades. Very few spin class options. The bathrooms are very run down, especially the men's, where there is no privacy. The men's open showers are right out of a 1950's military barrack. The ventilation is bad, so the smells coming from the one toilet stall mix with the steam and fill the whole bathroom and changing area. And though it's not the gym's fault, some of the gym members have very bad hygiene standards in the bathroom. The age demographic generally skews 65+. You can potentially save hundreds of dollars per year elsewhere.

I never step foot in that gym and they are trying to bill me, which I am low-income. And now that I…read morehave a different insurance, which they don't take, they decided to bill me privately, which they sent me an email confirmation on the new year, instead of an actual conversation informing me. This is a horrible gym.I will never pay this bill. These people will horrible when I talk to them over the phone today.They threatened me with collection instead of kindness. They were not nice.This gym is might look pretty but talk about horrible policies.Horrible, horrible policies, horrible horrible policies. You guys are disgusting the way you treat people

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Siskiyou Family YMCA

54.9 mi

Clean gym and some nice equipment and friendly staff. Even the wife was impressed. Have been a…read moremember nearly a year now.

So nice!! It's extremely clean, and the gym has absolutely…read moreeverything you need and it's all very "fresh" looking Love going there 4-5 times a week!

Orangetheory Fitness

4.3

(12 reviews)

11.3 mi

Orange Theory is a great workout. The coaches are friendly and informative without being pushy. You…read morecan adjust the workout to meet your fitness levels/goals. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and they offer classes 7 days a week, including most holidays. What I like most is it pushes me to go all out and my fitness level really improved.

Stopped by this OrangeTheory on my way back home from Washington. The facility was nice and clean--…read morethey also have showers which was a plus for me since I was on my way back to California. I really enjoyed this class-- it was challenging and the instructor Brittany was great. This location seems to have a lot of local fun charity events and fundraisers. I wish I was closer so I can attend more often. I'll definitely keep this location in mind for future road trips to the North.

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Rogue X

3.9

(13 reviews)

11.6 mi

We came here on a whim. Had zero plans for the day while visiting family. It was a scorcher…read moreoutside. Two hours was plenty of time to have fun and get wet. I will say it was LOuD and the chlorine burned my eyeballs for the rest of the day BUT well worth it. Three kids ages 8, 5 and 2 one senior and one husband that could've passed on going. We had a great time splashing around and hitting the slides. The facility is super clean, the people working are friendly and the lifeguards were working their tails off. We'll keep this place as an option for fun on our future trips to the area

I'm a retired park and recreation professional who happened to be in town and connected with two of…read morethe master minds behind the project. They invited us for a tour and what a treat it was. I have been involved with several high level facilities in the past including North Clackamas Aquatic Park. Rogue X is perfectly scaled and located to serve the Rogue Valley. It is a beautiful facility that provides a large pallet of activity for a large variety of user groups and still maintains the ability to grow to accommodate more users and varieties of activities. Excellent job Medford parks and recreation.

Water Slides, play structure

Activity Pool

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Anytime Fitness

4.3

60.7 mi

Love this gym! The staff is so amazing and so helpful!! Every time I pass through town I stop and…read moreuse this gym and stock up on their amazing marked down supplements! They're WAY cheaper than gnc and equal if not better products!!

I joined the fitness center in early June after arriving from Phoenix, AZ. I liked the idea of…read moreworking out anytime of the day or night & not checking in at a manned station. The fitness center is an excellent facility & bargain. The equipment is ample & like new. There is a large free weight area but my preference is the exercise machinery. I have yet to wait for access to an exercise station in my routine. The facility is spotlessly clean & well maintained. The staff is very accessible & helpful. The clientele is courteous & friendly ranging from the early twenties to seniors. There are some very devoted, dedicated, and diligent patrons that are fun to watch & an inspiration of what can be achieved. For me I just do my thing & realize the benefits. Overall it is well managed & an excellent Investment. Ross K

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Anytime Fitness

(11 reviews)

12.3 mi

This is a great club! Im from CHICO, California and go to the Anytime Fitness club there. Today I'm…read morehalfway through a trip to the Oregon Coast and decided to crush some iron. Because WHY NOT! If you're a member of one, you're a member of all of them. So far THIS YEAR I've visited clubs in Long Beach, Seal Beach, LA, California, Maui Hawaii and now Medford Oregon.

The facility is new, clean, and, you guessed it, open 24 hours a day. The equipment is probably…read moresome of the newest around since this location has only been open a few months now and it's all straightforward and easy to use. Most aerobic machines come with a TV on it and there are also a couple of flat screens mounted around the bottom floor. On the second floor (more of a loft) you will find the spin bikes and a rower as well as a few other pieces of equipment. They do a couple of classes here that are included in the membership - spin, boot camp, and yoga - most of which are early in the morning (think 5:30 or 6:15 am). There are 3 spacious bathrooms, all of which have showers and one of which includes a sauna. The free weight area is smallish but has all of the equipment you need to get a god workout. My only real complaints about the gym is about the music. They have today hit's (i.e. to same 15 songs) blasting at all hours of the day, which makes it hard if you didn't bring your headphone and don't like Katy Perry, Kanye West, or Bruno Mars. Even if you do have headphones, you probably won't be able to hear whatever you were hoping to because it's pretty loud. Other than that, it would be nice if there were so more class options for those of us that can't bare the thought of getting out of bed at the crack of dawn.

Free weight. area

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Grants Pass Family YMCA

3.1

(17 reviews)

24.8 mi

The players are great but the YMCA recently resurfaced the gym floor and did not put lines in for…read moreBadminton! This facility should not even be listed as a Badminton facility and has treated the badminton players as unimportant! Really not impressed with the managements decision!

I love this place and it has a nice hot tub and has a nice basketball ball gym and wait roomread more

Y-HALL After school Childcare

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Snap Ashland

3.1

(8 reviews)

22.7 mi

I called to cancel my membership at the beginning of September, and the Man I spoke with told me…read morethat he would terminate my account. It is now the middle of November and I recieved a voicemail saying that i owed them 70$+ and that it was going to be sent to collections if I didn't pay it. THIS PLACE IS A JOKE. the facility is new, SURE..... but THERE ARE A MILLION BETTER GYMS THAT WONT STEAL FROM YOU. Try planet fitness. or Athletic Edge.

Terrible. Not covid compliant at all. No one wears masks, patrons refuse to mask up when asked, and…read moremanagement does absolutely nothing to create a safe workout environment.

Photos for this place were lacking, wanted to share.

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Fishing The Rogue - fishing - Updated August 2026

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(4 reviews)

Our kids never fished before and they were so excited to catch so many fishes. Catching those…read moreking salmons were the highlights. Thank you Phil for being so patient in teaching us newbies and sorry about all the lost bait and hooks! Your partner Jason was awesome too, thanks again! "Fishing the Rogue", a must do experience!

Initially I was impressed with Phil's website. That interest led to a couple of phone calls with…read morePhil. Those conversations led to booking a trip-site unseen. I must say we choose WISELY! Not only is Phil a good guide, but he's a fantastic teacher (he taught my gf and I how to bait-bounce-a technique for salmon fishing). His equipment was in excellent repair, his boat clean and ready. I highly recommend Phil's service to anyone wanting to fish on the rivers of Southern Oregon.

Rogue Rafting Company

(79 reviews)

We had a great time! Ali was our guide and very knowledgeable. She did a great job making the…read morerapids fun but safe. We highly recommend her as a guide :)

A stellar half day excursion on the mighty Rogue. Theresa was our guide who grew up on the river…read moreand it shows. The guide is such a vital part of a trip and she heightened our experience beautifully...masterfully. Meanwhile, Ali was in the other boat and was a great part of the experience as well. Fantastic amount of great rapids...just a great trip.

Swift Water Guide Service

We had the best 2 day trip with Jake. He is so knowledgeable, kind, funny and knows the river so…read morewell 10 stars!

I've fished with Jake the past 7 years for the fall steelhead run on the Rogue, drifting with flys…read more We've always caught fish, sometimes just a couple and other times a lot, but we've always had a great time. Jake has to be the most commited to his craft that you'll find on the Rogue -- or anywhere -- skilled, experienced and totally committed to giving his clients a great experience.

The Fishin Hole Fly Shop

4.1

(29 reviews)

First class customer service. Everyone who works there is polite, courteous and very knowledgeable…read moreabout fishing the upper Rogue. I have been on several guided trips and each was its own experience with the different guides. Back at the store, they have all you need for a wonderful experience on the river. In the Deli section the food is outstanding. The lunches are delicious and a permanent stop for us on the mornings we leave, just to get a breakfast sandwich and a cup of coffee. If you are ever in Shady Cove and are a fisherman or just passing through looking for a sandwich, a cup of coffee or a cold drink, I highly recommend you go in say hello and enjoy the experience. Shout out to Angie, Jack, Pritch, Tom and Pete.

Was lucky to get a last minute trip with Jack to try and teach my two sons some fishing skills. I…read morecouldn't have asked for a better guide than Jack! Patient, knowledgeable, friendly, Jack taught us many of the basics and even a few more advanced skills! My kids had a blast in our own mini-derby hitting (I'm sure not quite) all the local spots with everyone coming home a winner! Special thanks to Angie and the deli staff for a great lunch and keeping us hydrated throughout the most fun, knowledgeable, and productive fishing trip I could have imagined!

Noah's River Adventures

4.9

(276 reviews)

Very professional and organized outfit. Trip exactly as described, and on time both coming and…read moregoing. Our guide was Trevor, who was skilled, friendly and communicative. Trevor told us that the Rogue River trip is more mellow and the Upper Klamath more intense. Our family did the half-day morning Rogue ride, and though it was mellow there were two Class 4 rapids, which were fun and wet! Perfect for us.

Great experience all around, well run operation. Pickup was as described, on-time and easy. We were…read morethen swiftly loaded onto the rafts and began the trip downriver. The guides provided clear and timely instruction, are very knowledgeable locally, and helped foster a good time. Lunch was good, and takeout was also efficient and we were back very quickly. Would consider doing this again with them if we are ever back in the Ashland area.

Indigo Creek Outfitters

(123 reviews)

Indigo Creek is the best. Will really knows how to run a good company. His crew loves their…read morecustomers as much as they loves the river. It shows. Thanks for a great trip.

Indigo Creek Outfitters gave us Beta for our first run through Caldera at the current flows of…read more1100cfs that were previously 1400cfs (no more dams). While we were a 3-raft private group with tons of Caldera experience, and not clients, they gave us the Beta on how Caldera and Hells Corner had changed, and a strategy on running them. The Beta on Hells Corner was immensurable as we ran far left, not the standard far right line. Saved us from getting pinned. My point: Congeniality and sportsmanship go a long way. Making friends over the phone / talking about a river run is part of this great sport. So please get out there with Indigo and enjoy their professionalism.

Andras Outfitters

(1 review)

I went out with TIm on very short notice and he was more than accommodating. I'm a fairly…read moreexperienced fly fisherman but this was my first drift boat trip and my first steelhead trip. TIm was amazing, he knew the river very well and exactly where to position the boat for each drift. We hooked a total of 4 Steehead, 2 juveniles and 2 big ones. I only landed one of the big ones but it was one of the best fishing trips I've ever had. Tim is a great guide and a great person. Very easy to talk to and get along with. I definitely recommend going with Andras Outfitters.

King of the Rogue Outfitters

Just got back from my 5th trip with Jordan and King of the Rogue Outfitters. This time was Bass…read morefishing. My 6 year old nephew had the time of his life and caught more fish than he knew what to do with. We caught over 100 fish today and then had riverside fresh fish tacos from our catch. Jordan whipped up fresh salsa for us while we were swimming and then we stuffed ourselves til we couldn't eat anymore. Can't wait to get back out on the water with him and the crew. We'll be back for salmon and steelhead trips this fall!!!

Jordan with King of the Rogue Outfitters is as good as it gets. We went steelhead fishing under…read moreadverse conditions and he did everything possible to catch fish. I took my brother from New Mexico who was a novice in relation to this type his fishing. His guidance and patience was incredible. I cannot wait to get back on the water with him! Zeb

Carsons Guide Service

(7 reviews)

What an incredible day on the river! I went into this trip knowing almost nothing about drift boat…read morefishing, but Chris made it easy to learn and even more fun to experience. He was patient, encouraging, and worked hard all day to put us on fish. His knowledge of the river and fishing techniques was obvious, but what stood out most was how much he wanted everyone in the boat to have a great time. Thanks to him, I caught the salmon of a lifetime and made memories I'll cherish forever. If you're looking for a guide who is knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely wants you to have an amazing experience, Chris is the one to book. Five stars isn't enough.

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