Susan Creek Falls Trail and Day-Use Area

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Overview

The Susan Creek Day-Use Area is a relaxing location where visitors can enjoy a lunch break and observe the North Umpqua River, try fly-fishing in the waters below, take a nature hike, or launch a raft or kayak on the North Umpqua River. The site lies one-half mile downstream from Susan Creek Campground and is connected by the Emerald Trail along the forested river bank. The trail continues another 0.75 miles downstream, terminating at the pedestrian Tioga Bridge where visitors can cross the mighty North Umpqua Wild and Scenic River.

The day-use area also serves as a trailhead for the Susan Creek Falls Trail which begins across Highway 138 from the parking lot. Susan Creek Falls is a spectacular 50-foot waterfall which plummets over moss lined volcanic rock cliffs and is located 0.8 mile up the trail from the Susan Creek Day-Use Area.

Know Before You Go:

• The recreation site is for day-use only; nearby Susan Creek Campground is open seasonally.
• Adjacent to the day-use area is the Susan Creek Raft Put-In / Take-Out accommodates river access for whitewater enthusiasts.
• The upper portion of the Susan Creek Falls Trail beyond the falls has a natural abundance of poison oak and is a strenuous hike.
• Angling on this stretch of the river is limited to fly-fishing only.
• The North Umpqua is a class III whitewater river. It demands your attention.

Point of Interest:

The Susan Creek Falls Trail was heavily impacted by the Archie Creek Fire in 2020. The trail is currently open, though not fully restored. Visitors should be prepared for changing trail conditions depending on the time of year.