Clay Myers State Natural Area park
Clay Myers State Natural Area
One of the main attractions in Clay Myers State Natural Area is the Rogue River. Visitors can enjoy fishing for salmon and steelhead, or take a guided river rafting tour. The park is also home to a variety of wildlife, including black bears, cougars, and bald eagles.
There are several hiking trails in the park, ranging from easy to difficult. The most popular trail is the Rogue River Trail, which follows the river for 40 miles through the park. Another popular trail is the Clay Hill Trail, which offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
Interesting facts about Clay Myers State Natural Area include that it is named after Clay Myers, a former Oregon State Parks director. The park was established in 1992 and covers over 600 acres. It is also home to several rare plant species, including the Brewer's spruce and the Port Orford cedar.
The best time of year to visit Clay Myers State Natural Area is during the spring and fall, when the weather is mild and the park is less crowded. However, visitors can enjoy the park year-round, as it offers something for everyone.
Overall, Clay Myers State Natural Area is a beautiful and unique park that is worth a visit for anyone traveling to Oregon. With its stunning views, diverse wildlife, and variety of outdoor activities, it is sure to please visitors of all ages and interests.
Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- National Park
- Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
- State Park
- Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
- Local Park
- Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
- Wilderness Area
- The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
- National Recreation Area
- Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
- National Conservation Area (BLM)
- BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
- State Forest
- State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
- Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area campgrounds
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within reach of Clay Myers State Natural Area, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whalen Island | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sand Beach | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| East Dunes | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Webb County Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Woods County Park | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Biker/Hiker Campground Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, fishing spots, and POIs so a park visit can grow into a full weekend.
Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Clay Myers State Natural Area as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Clay Myers State Natural Area
What can I do at Clay Myers State Natural Area?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to Clay Myers State Natural Area?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other parks near here
Snoflo-tracked parks within driving distance of Clay Myers State Natural Area.