Outdoor Activities Enjoy Ashland's many Outdoor Activities
Our fishing guides have excellent people, and fishing skills with years experience
guiding on the Rogue River, North Umpqua, and Upper Klamath Rivers. All of our
guides were chosen because of the knowledge of the rivers & passion in helping
you have the time of your life while landing the fish of your dreams. On all
of our trips your guide will help you choose the best location & technique to
land the fish of your dreams. Fly fishing only restrictions on the North Umpqua
River. Fly Fishing and Spin casting using spinners, plugs and bait are allowed
on the Upper Klamath and Rogue River. We only allow 2 fishermen per boat so
you get all the attention and instruction you desire. All Adventure Center Guides
are First Aid, CPR certified, and licensed by the Oregon State Marine Board.
The Rogue River is famous for it's year round Salmon & Steelhead fishing. The
Spring Chinook return April through July & average between 10-40 pounds. These
sprinters are legendary for there taste & fighting abilities. The next fish
species we target in this yearly cycle is the Summer Run Steelhead which return
to the river in large numbers July through November. These Steelhead range between
4-18 pounds and are also great eating. Fall Chinook began showing up in large
numbers in September through December. The Rogue River fall Chinook is the trophy
of all freshwater fish in Oregon averaging between 20-30 pounds with 40 pound
Salmon caught with regularity. In 2002 Grant Martinson caught the new Oregon
State record 71 pound Fall Chinook using flies on the Rogue. After catching
these monsters we target the Winter Steelhead run November through April. Winter
fishing is for the die hard fisherman who wants great returns. These fish run
between 7-20 pounds what a great fighting fish. Not to be overlooked is the
great Rainbow Trout fishing in the Upper Rogue between May & October with trophy
trout going between the 13-28 inches. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Downtown Ashland Mountain Bike Rentals & Mountain Bike Tours We rent mountain
bikes for the for the entire family from our convienent retail center downtown
on the plaza in Ashland. Close to Lithia Park and all the downtown Ashland hotels
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There is no better way to experience Southern Oregon in all her natural glory;
trails meandering through wildflower strewn meadows, by pristine mountains lakes,
amidst majestic firs and lofty pines. The panoramic views are breathtaking and
wildlife abounds. There's a special magic to sitting atop a gentle horse as
he climbs to new heights in Oregon's Pacific Crest Trail, splashes through creeks,
and pauses to look out over the Rogue valley with you. Raft & Ride combination
is the best way to experience all the beauty Southern Oregon has to offer. Horseback
riding trips take you into the nether reaches of pristine wilderness of the
Cascade, and Siskiyou mountain ranges beyond the reach of civilization and even
hikers instead of watching your feet you get to watch the beautiful scenery.
The horses are gentle and steady, making the ride a pure pleasure for the experienced
cowpoke or first time greenhorn. Our horseback riding trips are for children
and adults of all levels. Just sit back in the saddle and let us pamper you
Western style. Leslie Hunter of City Slicker Trail Rides handles all of the
horseback riding trips. Ms. Hunter has worked with horses for more then 28 years
and loves the outdoors and sharing her knowledge of horses, the local fauna
and wildlife you encounter on the trail ride. Raft & Ride combination is the
best way to truly experience all the beauty & excitement that Southern Oregon
has to offer. The Raft & Ride trips include day Rogue River white water trip
combined with 2 hours of horseback riding in the mountains surrounding Ashland.
It's your choice either horseback riding in the morning and rafting in the afternoon
or rafting first then horseback riding.