Buck Prairie II
Located just 2.5 miles past Buck Prairie, Buck Prairie II offers snowshoers several miles of dog friendly trekking. Buck Prairie II was constructed to help with the over crowding at Buck Prairie and ease tensions between skiers and dog owners. It consists of flatter terrain that is easier to navigate. A Sno-Park permit is required to park here.
Terrain
Buck Prairie II has very moderate terrain with minor elevation changes. The Buck Prairie trail system runs through classic southern Oregon forest. With open glades and meadows along the way, there are some great views.
Skill Level:
Beginner to Intermediate
Directions & Map:
- From the Ashland Outdoor Store, head Southeast on Siskiyou Blvd/Hwy 99.
- Turn Left onto Highway 66/Ashland St. Follow this past the interstate and around a right curve heading out of town.
- Turn Left onto Dead Indian Memorial Road. Continue on Dead Indian Memorial Road for about 15.4 miles.
- There is a sign on the Right marking the parking lot. A Sno-Park Permit is required to park here.
Recommended Equipment
- Day Pack (15L-35L)
- Layers
- Gloves
- Hat
- Active layer - soft shell or fleece
- Insulating layer - down or synthetic fill jacket
- Hard Shell pant and top
- First Aid Kit
- Backcountry repair kit
- Basic emergency/overnight kit
- Small foam pad for breaks
- Goggles or sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Camera
Food & Water
For water, 2L-3L per person for a day trip is recommended. As for food, several small snacks throughout the day are recommended. Big meals are fun but bog you down. Small snacks allow for a continual flow of energy to your body. For your snacks, try to balance sugars, fats, proteins, and carbs so your body is continually fueled. This helps reduce crashes in energy during the day.
Additional Info
- Trailhead Lat/Long: 42° 15' 2.31" N x 122° 28' 16.42" W
- Trailhead elevation: 4755ft
Resources & Links
Weather
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