PACKARD CREEK DAY USE AREA

Boat Launches River Access Weather
November 17, 2024
Winter Storm Warning
Until 2024-11-17T17:00:00-08:00 National Weather Service
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 10 to 30 inches at pass level, up to 3 to 4 feet above 5500 feet. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...West Slopes of the Northern and Central Oregon Cascades, and South Washington Cascades. * WHEN...From 10 AM PST Sunday to 10 PM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

The Packard Creek Day Use Area boat ramp is located in the Umpqua National Forest in Oregon. According to the latest information available, it is a concrete boat ramp that is 14 feet wide.

This boat ramp services the Diamond Lake, which is a popular recreational lake in the Umpqua National Forest. The lake is approximately 2 miles long and 1 mile wide, and it is located at an elevation of 5,183 feet above sea level.

Diamond Lake is known for its excellent fishing opportunities, especially for rainbow trout. The lake is also popular for boating, with a variety of watercraft permitted on the water. These include motorized boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards.

Overall, the Packard Creek Day Use Area boat ramp provides easy access to Diamond Lake for a variety of recreational activities. Its concrete construction ensures durability and longevity, making it a reliable resource for visitors to the area.

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Point of Interest

E.E. Wilson Wildlife Area

E.E. Wilson Wildlife Area

The E.E. Wilson Wildlife Area is a 1,800-acre wildlife area located near Corvallis, Oregon. This area is open year-round and offers a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, birdwatching, and wildlife viewing. One of the main reasons to visit this wildlife area is to see the diverse range of wildlife that call this area home. Visitors can spot over 200 bird species, including bald eagles, great blue herons, and waterfowl. The area is also home to mammals such as deer, beavers, river otters, and coyotes. The E.E. Wilson Wildlife Area has several points of interest to see, such ...