Cascade-SiskiyouBuck Prairie Winter Recreation |
Brochure and Map of the Buck Prairie Winter Trails System at Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument (NM) in Oregon. Published by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).
featured in
Oregon Pocket Maps |
Snowshoe enthusiasts are welcome at Buck Prairie. Please stay to the
right or the left of the cross country ski tracks. Walking directly in the
tracks creates difficult conditions for skiers.
SHArED UsE
Many miles of snowmobile (shared-use) trails are available just east of the
Buck Prairie Ski Area as identified in the area map. Many of these shared
use trails access the non-motorized (ski and snowshoe trails) Buck Prairie
system and are heavily used by skiers and snowshoers. These are shared
trails. Please yield to non-motorized activities.
Fido’s Run is a fun out and back with a short loop near the end of the
trail. The trail is fairly flat except for a short downhill or uphill portion of
the loop section, depending on which way you go on this loop section of
the trail. Beginners may wish to stay to the left when the trail splits and
tackle this loop portion of the trail going uphill.
ICE’s EsCApE: EAsY
Beginning at the Buck Prairie – Fido’s Trailhead, Ice’s Escape is named
after a legendary white German Sheppard that would “head for the
hills” as soon as the car door was opened. Ice’s Escape allows skiers,
snowshoers, and their dogs to “head for the hills” and access Fido’s
Run and Homers Hide Away from the Buck Prairie 2– Fido’s Trailhead.
TABlE MTN: DIffICUlT
From Buck Prairie Trailhead, in combination with Natasha’s Web, the
Table Mtn. trail provides experienced skiers with a scenic 9.6 mile loop.
The trail leaves Natasha’s Web in a meadow and enters the forest. At
the trail’s high point, skiers enter a clearing with a view of Mt. Ashland.
From this clearing, skiers descend a steep, narrow section of trail. Trail
markers lead skiers to a shared use (both motorized and non-motorized)
trail (Table Mountain Loop). Turn left and follow the road back to the
trailhead.
RYAN’s TrAIl: EAsY
A lost trail crew out working on the Table Mtn. Loop trail resulted in this
trail. It is a short cut for those looking to take a little length off of their
excursion on the Table Mtn. Loop or another opportunity for those looking
for additional ski trails.
SOUTHErN OrEGON NOrDIC ClUB
Southern Oregon Nordic Club (SONC) is the Bureau of Land
Management’s non-profit private partner in management of the
Buck Prairie Winter Trails System. As a club SONC provides
hundreds of hours of volunteer trail maintenance per year and
provides grooming of many trails within the Buck Prairie system.
SONC organizes ski trips for skiers of all abilities and disciplines
(Classic, Telemark, and Skate Skiing). Ski lessons for beginners
are also available from the SONC.
More information is available at www.onc.org/sonc-onc
DOGs
Dogs are not allowed on many of the Buck Prairie Ski Trails originating
from the Buck Prairie Trailhead. Dogs can create unsatisfactory ski
conditions by post holing ski tracks and by defecating in and around the
trails, making it difficult to ski. Dogs are allowed on shared use trails and
non-motorized trails originating from the Buck Prairie-Fido’s Trailhead.
G etting T here
SNOWsHOEs
FIDO’s RUN: MODErATE
From Buck Prairie Trailhead follow Natasha’s Web to where the road splits
near the restroom, just past the restroom take a left. This trail is steep in
a few sections.
Four trail heads offer access to
the Buck Prairie Trail System.
Dead Indian Memorial Highway
and Highway 66 are both plowed
by Jackson County. East Hyatt
Lake Rd from Highway 66 to the Hyatt Lake campground is
plowed on a more infrequent basis.
Dress in layers, this will allow you to add or remove layers throughout
the day in response to weather and internal temperature changes. Wear
several layers of lightweight, warm clothing (quick drying, not cotton)
underneath a water-repellent, breathable outer layer. This will allow
you to add or remove layers throughout the day in response to weather
and internal temperature changes. Avoid bulky coats or parkas as they
restrict movement and are generally too warm for aerobic activity.
Remember to protect yourself from the sun; light reflecting off the snow
can be intense. Wear protective sunscreen and bring sunglasses.
Homer’s Hide Away offers the ability to complete a loop trail with your
best “animal” friend. The trail is named for a long time Park Rangers
best buddy who recently passed away. Like Homer himself known for
his zeal for adventure, this trail passes along the edge of a forested area
and stream plus an open meadow, assuring you of your own adventure.
Access is from Buck Prairie 2 – Fido’s Trailhead.
FAWN HOllOW LOOp: MODErATE/DIffICUlT
When skiers approach one another from opposite
directions, the skier going uphill should yield to the faster
moving skier traveling downhill.
BUCK PrAIrIE 2– FIDO’s TrAIlHEAD
Fido’s Run Trailhead offers a dog friendly alternative to the trails
originating from the Buck Prairie Trailhead. Bring man’s best friend
along on your next winter adventure. Over 3 miles of winter trails are
available for use with your dog. To reach these dog friendly trails
continue past the Buck Prairie TH 2 ¾ miles (NE) on Dead Indian to
Buck Prairie 2 – Fido’s Run Trailhead.
TABlE MOUNTAIN WINTEr PlAY ArEA TrAIlHEAD
From the Table Mountain Winter Play Area the Buck Prairie System
is accessed by a shared use (open to both motorized and nonmotorized) trails originating in the sledding hill parking area. Look
for a small kiosk in the southeastern portion of the parking area
with a locator map showing where the trails are located.
From Interstate 5,
take the south Ashland
exit #14. Take Highway
66 for approximately
17 miles until you
reach the Green
Springs Inn. Turn left
onto East Hyatt Lake
Rd. Continue on East
Hyatt Lake Rd for
approximately 5 miles
until you reach Table
Mountain Rd (39-3E-3)
on your left, you will
also see a sign for the
Table Mountain Winter
Play Area.
Tubing Hill at Table Mountain
B uck P rairie
W inter T rails S ystem
BLM
WHAT TO WEAr
HOmEr’s HIDE AWAY: MODErATE
Medford District
• Winter First Aid Kit
• Extra Food and Water
• Extra clothing, including a wool or synthetic sweater, hat, gloves
and a rain jacket
• Flashlight or headlamp with good batteries
• Plastic whistle
• Emergency reflective blanket
• GPS locator device ( Spot™ GPS locator or similar device)
D og F riendly T rails
LOCAl SErVICEs
Plan for changing weather conditions and the unexpected. Always let
someone else know where you are going and your expected return
time. Cell phone coverage is limited in much of the Buck Prairie area.
Consider including the following in a small day pack.
Peabody’s Wayback offers experienced skiers an alternative return to the
Buck Prairie Trailhead. The trail begins just before the end of Bullwinkle’s
Run. This steep trail makes several sharp switchbacks through trees and
is not suitable for beginner
Green Springs Inn
BE PrEpArED
View into Rogue Valley from ski trail overlook
LOCAl SKI AND
SNOWsHOE RENTAls
K now B efore Y ou G o
Hyatt Lake Campground Trailhead is located at the entrance to the
BLM Hyatt Lake Campground. From here the Buck Prairie System
is accessed by shared use (open to both motorized and non-motorized) trails originating from the campground. From Interstate 5,
take the south Ashland exit #14. Take Highway 66 for approximately
17 miles until you reach the Green Springs Inn. Turn left onto East
Hyatt Lake Rd. Continue on East Hyatt Lake Rd for approximately 3
miles until you reach the entrance to the Hyatt Lake Campground
on your right. A plowed parking area at the campground entrance
is unmarked.
Offers food, hot chocolate, bar,
cabin, and inn rentals during
the winter months.
PEABODY’s WAYBACK: DIffICUlT
HYATT LAKE CAmpGrOUND TrAIlHEAD
Kokopelli River Center
2475 Siskiyou Blvd.
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 201-7694
Leave Natasha’s Web trail and continue past the junction with Bullwinkle’s
Run. This short trail ends in a large meadow. At the lower end of the
meadow, skiers may either continue on the Table Mountain Loop or return
on Natasha’s Web.
11470 Greensprings HWY 66
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 890-6430
www.greenspringsinn.com
ROCKY’s FlIGHT: MODErATE
Buck Prairie Trailhead is the most popular trail head for accessing
the winter trails system. From Interstate 5, take the south Ashland
exit #14. Take Highway 66 for approximately .5 miles to the Dead
Indian Memorial Highway. Turn left on Dead Indian and follow it to
the summit at mile post 13. The parking area is on the right. Do not
park in the chain up area across the road from the SnoPark. SnoPark
Permits are required. If the parking area is full, consider continuing 2
¾ miles (NE) further on Dead Indian to Buck Prairie – Fido’s Trailhead.
Campers Cove
Natasha’s Web trail enters a meadow at the end of the upper road.
Bullwinkle’s Run cuts across an opening to the right and enters the forest.
This short trail ends at a scenic overlook with views of the Rogue Valley.
BUCK PrAIrIE TrAIlHEAD
Ashland Outdoor Store
37 N. Third Street.
Ashland OR 97520
(541) 488-1202
BUllWINKlE’s RUN: EAsY
Many other trails connecting the Buck Prairie System to Hyatt
Lake and Camper’s Cove are shared use trails (motorized and
non-motorized use). The Buck Divide Trail connects with the Hyatt
trail to connect Hyatt Lake Campground to the Buck Prairie Ski trail
system. Following the Dam Trail from the Hyatt Lake campground
can also connect you with Campers Cove and eventually the Buck
Prairie Ski trail system.
Cabin rentals, bar, food, and
a general store during the
winter months.
Beginning at the Buck Prairie snopark, the first mile of Natasha’s Web
provides access to all ski trails and is excellent for learning. When the road
splits, near the restroom, stay to the right and follow the road uphill. You
can access additional trails or continue to follow Natasha’s Web through a
large meadow eventually returning skiers to the Buck Prairie Trailhead on
the lower road. Beginners may want to continue straight when the road
splits near the restroom and then return the same way.
Ashland Mountain Supply
31 N. Main St.
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 488-2749
The Buck Prairie trail system offers miles of interconnected trails on the ridges just west of Howard Prairie, Hyatt Lake and northwest of the
Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument. On clear days, skiers and snowshoers can enjoy views of the Rogue Valley and Siskiyou Mountains to the
west, the Cascade Mountains to the east, Mt. McLaughlin to the north, and Mt. Shasta to the south.
NATAsHA’s WEB: EAsY/MODErATE
O ther T rails
7900 Hyatt Prairie Rd.
Ashland, OR 97520
www. hyattlakeresorts.com
SYsTEm DEsCrIpTION
S ki T rails
Black Bird
1810 W. Main Street,
Medford, OR 97504
(541) 779-5431
B uck P rairie W inter T rails S ystem
42°16’
42°15’
122°31’
18
5
00
0
1 Kilometer
122°30’
5000
1 Mile
De a d
BLM
In
d
38-3E-29
5000
ia
17
n
20
M
38-3E-2
0
3 8-
1.1
em
o
ria
450
0
0.3
21
3E
0.2
-3
550
0
yback
Wa
3 83E
1.5
l
122°29’
5000
50
00
B ul
-2
0.8
Natasha’s
45
00
50
00
lw
0.3
0.5
E-29.5
38-3
-21.1
E
ay
21
16
BLM
High w
0.3
Ice's
0.4 Escape
le
122°28’
3
9
E-1
-3
Fidos
Run
0.6
38
0
450
15
22
34
122°27’
-33
38-3
E
P
Hyatt
Tra
il
50
irie
122°26’
14
5000
35
2
26
Rd
0
P
00
0.
39-
7
.2
E-5
550
0
39
40-3E-3
0.5
E asts
id
-3E
42°16’
BLM
Ro a d
.1
3E-11
39-
42°15’
42°14’
42°13’
42°12’
T39S-R03E
T38S-R03E
BLM
e
bl
.3
E-5
-3
38-3E-32
-
BLM
11
.2
-11
-3E
39
.5
1
G ul
ch
-11
1.
E-1
39-3
3E
0.7
39-3E-9
.1
39-3E-11
per's
Cam
e
Monument
39-3E-8.3
1.
2
1.2
e
Con n
ct
m
55
00
Hya
tt
il
Tra
.
Pr
Rd
122°26’
23
BLM
14
National
d
oo
W
BLM
Howard
Prairie
Lake
23
Prairie
00
50
Easy Trail
5000
Moderate Trail
Difficult Trail
Trailhead
Parking
Viewpoint
0
500
Dogs Allowed
Snowmobiles
Allowed
Restrooms
BLM
Land Ownership
Private
2.0
0.
5
3
2.5
t
ake
– L
Cascade – Siskiyou
il
39
-
Tr
a
.3
1.1
W
ild
ca
t
Pra
Private Property is shown in a
lighter shade. Please respect the
rights of private property owners
by remaining on trails at all times.
38-3E-34.2
27
3
BLM
E-3
10
1
-19
-3E
4.
Sled
3 8-3
r
cto
ne
Tubing Hill
Connector
38
BLM
BLM
5000
383E
-33
.1
op 1.6
Lo
00
55
BLM
Mountain
ri e
r ai
Buck P
Ta
b
Allowed
28
0.8
33
4
Table
Mountain
Winter
Play
Area
n
15
500
-3
0.5 38-3E-21.3
1
3E-2
38-
Homer's
Hideaway
383E
0.6
0.7
1.2
3E-2 Dogs
38-
38
-3E
-33
.6
0
38-3E-19
550
38
.4
-33
3E
8-
-3 E - 9 . 2
0.7
io
39-3E-16
l
Trai
l
ai
39-3E
-16
.1
BLM
Trai l
9
21.4
3E8-
00
55
-32
-3E
38
Web
0.3
4
39
0.6
Natasha's View
0.3
1
-29.
38-3E
Fawn
Hollow
Loop
32
393
39
Buck Prairie 2
Fido's Run
Buck Prairie Nordic Trail System
0
contour interval is 50 feet
Latitude & Longitue coordinates
North
5000
383 E20.
2
.1
0.6
Pe
a
b
od
y’s
29
0.6
Run
9.6
9.3
E-2
l e ’s
38
-3
in
k
Rocky’s
Flight
38-3E
-32.2
38-3E-32.1
M
5
5.1
9
9.4
Cove
16
0.7
Hyatt Lake
Campground
22
5000
0
BLM
19
-2
0
Buck Prairie
Snopark
38
-3
E
1.
0
55
00
Boris’
Bluff
BLM
Ryan'
s C
on
600
0
3 9-3 E-
Mo
u
n
ta
in
Cam p er's
1.5
Da
34
393E
-
6037
Henry
Mtn
Table Mtn
6056
0
Ro ad
BLM
21
3E-
Peabody's
Lookout
BLM
Mr. Big’s
Lookout
-7.1
Ta
6000
8
500
3 .5
rie
00
50
3.2
30
31
6
3E
Natasha Fatale's
Vantage Point
9-
5500
17
BLM
20
- 33.
3
-3 E
38-3E-3
Tr a il
38-3E-32.3
38
-3E
-32
-3
0.3
ain
nt
2.8
To
Ashland
42°14'
42°13
T38S-R03E
T39S-R03E
42°12’
50
00
7
Snowmobiles allowed
1.6 mi Buck Prairie Loop
1.2 mi Camper's Connection
1.2 mi Dam Trail
1.6 mi Eastside Trail
5
2.5 mi Hyatt–Lake of the000Woods
8.4 mi Table Mountain Sled Trail
0.7 mi Tubing Hill Connector
1.1 mi Wildcat Gulch
Trails
00
38-3E-23.2
00
42°10’
42°11’
55
00
39-3E
-21
55
Mileage between tics
122°27’
s
-3
122°28’
th
e
of
00
Snowmobiles prohibited
0.6 mi Bullwinkle’s Run
1.5 mi Camper's Cove
1.7 mi Fawn0Hollow
Loop
0
45
1.1 mi Fido’s
Run
1.6 mi Homer's Hideaway
0.4 mi Ice's Escape
3.0 mi Natasha’s Web
1.0 mi Peabody’s Wayback
0.5 mi Rocky’s Flight
0.5 mi Ryan's Connector
2.7 mi Table Mountain Trail
2.0
122°29’
To
Hwy 66
39-3E-11
t
at
Hy
voir
ser
Re
Hy
at
50
38-
tt
00
0.8
2.7
60
122°30’
E H yatt Rd
ya
H
-3E
39
0.5
Tr
Da
m
0
38
39-3E
-
55
0
3
P ra
i
9.3
e
Sled
550
39-3E-5.5
att
Hy
42°11’
13
42°10’
24
122°31’
3E-
Littl
le
Ta
b
ou
0.2
393E5.
39-
450
4000
3E7.2