Emigrant Lake

Accessible from Ashland and Medford in Jackson County, Emigrant Lake is a nice place to escape the Southern Oregon heat. The lake has a large shoreline and a campground along the water, making it a well-liked day trip and overnight destination. The county-run 280-foot twin-flume waterslide is one of the lake's distinctive attractions.

Emigrant Lake welcomes all kinds of boating. Visitors can anticipate seeing kayaks and water skiers skimming across the river on any given summer day. Anglers cast lines for bass, crappie, and trout when fishing, which is another pastime of visitors. On the lake's northern bank, in Emigrant Lake County Park, lies the boat ramp.

Within Emigrant Lake County Park is the campground for Emigrant Lake. The campground has thirty-two sites that can accommodate RVs and offer full hookups. Forty more campsites are more suited to a tent and little trailer camping. At Emigrant Lake, all campers have access to shower and bathroom facilities as well as fantastic water views.

Location: Jackson Country, Oregon