Home to world-class rivers, thrilling mountain snow sports, and challenging mountain biking and hiking trails, the Southern Oregon region is an outdoor recreation paradise that offers something for everyone. Hike, snowshoe or cross-country ski around spectacular Crater Lake National Park, one of nature’s most stunning creations. Then head over to the 200-mile Rogue River, designated as one of the nation’s first “Wild and Scenic Rivers” by Congress in 1968. The Rogue boasts world-class salmon and steelhead fishing, whitewater rafting, and world famous jet boat excursions.

A must for any thrill-seeking visitor to Southern Oregon is a trip to the “Hang Gliding Capital of the West” on Black Cap Mountain near Lakeview. Hang gliders and paragliders from all over the world eagerly flock to the region to ride the strong updrafts and soar to record breaking distances. Visit on the 4th of July to see a truly remarkable spectacle as 300 hang gliders simultaneously fill the sky.

Southern Oregon has even more variety to offer the sports enthusiast, from the annual Professional Bowlers Association event in Medford to the deep, fluffy powder of Mt. Bailey, Mt. Ashland, and Warner Canyon. The newly developed Klamath County Sports Complex offers one of the finest skateboard parks in the U.S. along with an indoor soccer arena and outdoor fields for all sports.

Learn more about all the sports and recreation opportunities in Southern Oregon by visiting the links to the right, and then take a moment to explore the incredible sports and recreation opportunities that await you in the other exciting regions of Oregon.