MERLIN -
GALICE PROFILE
Information for Merlin - Galice -
Hellgate Canyon and the Rogue River
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Merlin & Galice, Oregon
The little hamlet of Merlin is located northeast of
Grants Pass and is the home base for many outfitters and
fishing guides. This and the fact that Merlin is close
to the 84-mile segment of the Rogue River set aside by
Congress under the National Wild and Scenic Rivers Act
of 1968, is why Merlin is known as the "Gateway To The
Wild & Scenic Rogue River."
Also located nearby is the famous Hellgate Canyon (on
Galice Hwy.) where the famous "Jump" segment of the
movie "Butch Cassidy & The Sundance Kid" (starring Paul
Newman and Robert Redford) and many other Westerns were
filmed. Above Merlin is Grave Creek, the starting point
for the 32 mile "wild" section of the Rogue River. |
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Great white water rafting, fishing and
guided tours on the
Rogue River are but some of the activities available in
the Merlin area. One of the best hiking trails around is
the famous Rogue River Wild and Scenic Trail which
starts at Grave Creek above Merlin and runs downstream
40 miles through the Wild and Scenic section of the
Rogue River to Foster Bar. A permit, available by
lottery, is required in the summer for floating some
sections of the river; contact US Forest Service, River
Permits, 14335 Galice Rd., Merlin, OR 97532. More info
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Recreational Highlights Of
The Merlin-Galice Area
Indian Mary Park
Located north of town is the historic Indian Mary Park. It is the
smallest Indian reservation ever created. Indian Mary Park is now a
county park set on the beautiful Rogue River. Camping space is
available and includes RV's and tents.
For questions contact:
parks@co.josephine.or.us
Pottsville
For an interesting journey back in time visit the legendary
Pottsville, the home of historic gas engines and buildings. It is
located on Pleasant Valley Rd., off of Merlin-Galice Hwy.
Haines Apple Tree
Visit the site of the Haines Family. One family's fight against a band
of angry warriors and the massacre that happened within sight of the
apple tree.
Galice Resort See out Lodging or Activities
Secetion
Historical Background On Galice
Louis Galice, a French doctor, was one of the first to prospect in the
wild country of the lower Rogue canyons. In 1851, a few miles below
Hellgate Canyon, he discovered gold nuggets in the creek which now
bears his name. Located in Galice is Galice Resort, Morrison's Lodge
and some rafting activities.
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