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Southern Oregon (Page 4)

Nickel Mountain Mine - Riddle Rockhounding

Nickel Mountain Rockhounding: Garnierite and Chrysoprase

2021-10-06

• Nickel Mountain Mine tailing is the only site to find garnierite and chrysoprase NickelContinue Reading

Colliding Rivers Viewpoint

Colliding Rivers – The Only Place in the U.S. Where Rivers Collide

2021-08-04

• Colliding Rivers is the only place in the US where a rare colliding phenomenonContinue Reading

Crowfoot Falls Swimming

Scenic Crowfoot Falls of Southern Oregon

2021-08-01

Access to Crowfoot Falls is privately owned and closed to the public • Crowfoot FallsContinue Reading

Cow Creek Gold Panning

Cow Creek Gold Panning & Rockhounding – Classical Prospecting Paradise

2021-07-18

• Lower Cow Creek is a productive spot for recreational gold prospectors • In additionContinue Reading

Wolf Creek Falls - Oregon

Wolf Creek Falls – Hike to the Hidden Waterfall in the Umpqua National Forest

2021-07-11

• Wolf Creek Falls is a hidden beauty in the lush ancient forest • TheContinue Reading

Wolf Creek Falls Recreation Area in Oregon: The picture "Wolf Creek Falls Recreation Area in Oregon – footbridge over creek and forest" displays a footbridge arching over a flowing creek, surrounded by green forest and rocky banks, with a large rock formation in the background.

Little River – Oregon Waterfalls, Swimming & Hidden Forest Spots

2021-06-28

• Little River is a peaceful river corridor in a scenic forest setting Within aContinue Reading

Cow Creek Rockhounding and Swimming

Cow Creek Back Country Byway – Swimming, Rockhounding & History

2021-06-19

• Cow Creek Back Country Byway, along lower Cow Creek, offers a journey through historyContinue Reading

Lithia Park - Lithia water Ashland

Lithia Park Ashland Attractions and Lithia Mineral Water

2021-02-18

• Crown jewel of Ashland, Lithia Park is the largest urban park in Southern OregonContinue Reading

Welcome Sign Lakewiew

Lakeview & Old-Perpetual Geyser

2020-12-18

Reserve Your Stay in Lakeview • Lakeview is the Tallest Town in Oregon • OneContinue Reading

Greaser Petroglyph Oregon

Greaser Petroglyph Site | Southern Oregon

2020-11-03

• Greaser Petroglyph Site is a unique evidence of Indian rock art traditions • SiteContinue Reading

Picture Rock Pass Petroglyphs

Picture Rock Pass Petroglyphs Site | Southern Oregon

2020-10-28

• Picture Rock Pass Petroglyphs Site is a unique example of Indian culture • SiteContinue Reading

Crack in the Ground, Oregon

Crack in the Ground Hike: A Journey Through the Depths

2020-10-26

• Crack in the Ground is a unique geological fissure near Christmas Valley • YouContinue Reading

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Boulder Creek Pyrite Rockhounding at Quartzville Creek Oregon: The picture "pyrite crystals in quartz matrix close-up" features two bright, metallic pyrite crystals embedded in a rough, pale gray quartz rock, surrounded by clusters of similarly colored stones and gravel.

Boulder Creek Pyrite Rockhounding Site near Quartzville Creek

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Evergreen Falls: A Quiet Roadside Cascade in the Brice Creek Area

Blue Hole Falls on Brice Creek in Oregon: The picture "Blue Hole Falls waterfall and pool closeup" displays a close view of the waterfall cascading into the iconic deep blue-green pool, with mossy cliffs and fallen logs framing the clear, tranquil water.

Blue Hole Falls on Brice Creek – A Hidden Gem in the Umpqua National Forest

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