McGrew Trail, OR
The McGrew Trail is an extremely ruff and rocky trail that requires a minimal of 6 hours to drive. It is best traveled from East to West. The trail has a couple of sloughs that are best left for the dedicated rock machine and very experienced drivers. Most choose to take the by-passes. The trail ends close to Sourdough Campground. McGrew is best experienced in high clearance 4 wheel drives. Class I's are not recommened due to the heavy rock and Class III should only be riding by the most experienced riders. McGrew is extremely remote trail. Travel on the trail is not recommened for single vehilces.
Trail Uses & Sizes: Approximately 29 miles of trail for Class II and III ATVs.
The McGrew trail is open to all classes of ATVs. Detailed information available from the Galice Ranger District. 20 miles of 4WD trail for the very experienced driver. Area is remote and should not be attempted alone. Lots of rock and mud. Sourdough Camp (a primitive campground) is at the end of the trail. Map available from the local Forest Service office in Cave Junction. There is a wet season closure (Sept-June) on this road to help prevent the spread of spreading Port Orford cedar root rot.
Getting There:
The McGrew Trail is accessed by driving (from Grants Pass) south on highway 199 to the town of O'brien, turn right (west) on county road #5550, the Lone Mountain Road. (This road becomes Forest Road #4402). Proceed approximately 4 miles to Forest Road 4402-019. McGrew Trail requires high clearance vehicles and four-wheel drive.
Siskiyou National Forest Illinois Valley Ranger District
26568 Redwood Hwy, Cave
Junction OR 97523
Phone: 541-592-4000
