Friday, May 13, 2011

Umpqua Falls Scenic Byway

From So. Umpqua Falls Scenic Drive
This byway lies entirely on the east side of I-5, whereas the Cow Creek Byway lies to the west.

From So. Umpqua Falls Scenic Drive
From So. Umpqua Falls Scenic Drive
This historic home has been moved to the Tiller Ranger station. The rhodadrendrons are in full bloom and are everywhere!
From So. Umpqua Falls Scenic Drive
From So. Umpqua Falls Scenic Drive
From So. Umpqua Falls Scenic Drive
From So. Umpqua Falls Scenic Drive
From So. Umpqua Falls Scenic Drive

Several of these buildings and historic lookouts have been moved to this location for display. The pictures of the interior were taken through glass, but were the only way I could see what was inside. Notice the stairs and the navigation table. As to the historic trail, could this be where I picked up the poison oak???

From So. Umpqua Falls Scenic Drive
From So. Umpqua Falls Scenic Drive
We stop and enjoy the sights along the Umpqua River. Bob is happy!


From So. Umpqua Falls Scenic Drive
From So. Umpqua Falls Scenic Drive
From So. Umpqua Falls Scenic Drive

Not at the Umpqua Falls picnic sight, we are surprised to find the water flows along solid flat lying rock. It is a nice picnic sight, however, even if the falls are very short, but I can't help wondering, is this where I got the poison oak (most likely!)???

From So. Umpqua Falls Scenic Drive
From So. Umpqua Falls Scenic Drive

There is a very interesting fish ladder at this location, and a sign explaining the migration of the Chinook Salmon.
From So. Umpqua Falls Scenic Drive

From So. Umpqua Falls Scenic Drive
From So. Umpqua Falls Scenic Drive
From So. Umpqua Falls Scenic Drive

Our last stop is at the Milo Adventist Academy with the covered bridge. It's a lovely campus but we only went across the bridge to take a few pictures.

From So. Umpqua Falls Scenic Drive
From So. Umpqua Falls Scenic Drive
From So. Umpqua Falls Scenic Drive
From So. Umpqua Falls Scenic Drive
From So. Umpqua Falls Scenic Drive

Coming Next: The 7 Feathers RV Resort in full bloom!

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