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Applegate Valley

Explore the Applegate Valley

The Applegate Valley stretches along the Applegate River 50 miles north from the California border to the Rogue River, just west of Grants Pass. Secluded state highway 238 and its tiny side roads wind along the bubbling Applegate River through a steep and scenic valley, dotted with lovely vineyards delivering tasty wines. This rugged, beautiful valley is full of rural scenery, friendly people, and winemaking talent.

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Rogue Valley

Kriselle Cellars

Visit Kriselle Cellars and enjoy hand crafted premium wines in a beautiful setting. Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Franc, Tempranillo, Malbec, Sangiovese, […]

12956 Modoc Road
White City, OR. 97503
541-830-8466
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Relax on the sundeck as you sip wine at Weisinger Family Winery.

Established in 1988 by John Weisinger in Ashland, Oregon, Weisinger Family Winery is the oldest commercial winery in the Rogue Valley, […]

3150 Siskiyou Blvd
Ashland, Oregon, OR. 97520
541-488-5989
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Rogue Valley

Puck’s Donuts

Tucked away in the heart of Phoenix, Oregon, Puck’s Donuts is a must-visit culinary experience for all food lovers. Located […]

109 S Main Street
Phoenix, Oregon, OR. 97535
541-897-0592
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Image courtesy of Travel Southern Oregon & Medford Gold Hill KOA

Relax in beautiful Southern Oregon at Medford / Gold Hill KOA Journey. Conveniently located only a half-mile from I-5, the […]

12297 Blackwell Road
Central Point, Oregon, OR. 97502
541-855-7710
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Oak Hill Bed & Breakfast

Savor a delicious multi-course breakfast served in the dining room or in the shade of the oak tree on the […]

2190 Siskiyou Blvd
Ashland, Oregon, OR. 97520
541-482-1554
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Rogue Elk County Park

27766 Hwy. 62
Trail, OR. 97541
541.774.8183
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Ray's Guide Service
Rogue Valley

Ray’s Guide Service

Enjoy a guided fishing experience on the rivers of Southern Oregon with your guide, Ray Slusser.

Merlin, OR. 97532
541-476-8047
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Mariachi Sol De México event photo

José is a master of mariachi music. He is a Grammy Award-winning world-renowned musician, composer and music educator. He is […]

350 S 1st St
Jacksonville, OR. 97530
541-773-6077
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Fish Lake Resort

Fish Lake Resort offers cabins, tent sites and RV sites. Surrounded with the natural beauty of the Rogue Siskiyou National […]

Hwy 140 (Mile Marker 30)
Eagle Point, Oregon, OR. 97524
541-949-8500
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Getting There

East - West

Located between Medford and Grants Pass. Highway 238 provides access to this agriculture-rich region. The Applegate is filled with award-winning wine, local farms, and memories waiting to be made.

WORLD-CLASS WINE

If you follow Highway 238 from Jacksonville to Grants Pass, you’ll discover some of Oregon’s most pastoral scenery in the Applegate Valley. Visit Applegate Lake and enjoy a picnic stop at McKee Bridge, one of Oregon’s historic covered bridges. The valley is also home to a number of increasingly high profile award-winning family-owned wineries.

APPLEGATE LAKE

The picturesque 988-acre Applegate Lake is nestled in the heart of the of the Applegate Valley. There is a trail that travels around the entirety of the 17.5-mile long shoreline, as well as offshoots in the area to keep hikers, bicyclists, and equestrians going! Picnic and day-use areas can be found around the lake, as are swimming areas and campgrounds. There are conventional boat launching areas–please note that the speed limit on this no-wake lake is 10 mph! Applegate Lake has large populations of trout, landlocked Chinook salmon, bass, and crappie.

ROGUE VALLEY FOOD TRAIL

The Applegate is home to a growing number of culinary and agricultural delights, including cheese, charcuterie, and chocolate. Visit fragrant lavender fields and tour farms boasting organic medical and culinary herbs. Pair any with delicious wine along the way.