Ancient fossils still lie hidden in the bold and bronzen buttes of Badlands National Park, a protected wilderness penetrated by hiking and biking trails.
Spalding Pond is a 3 acre lake amid tall conifers. It has 3 accessible fishing platforms and a surfaced, accessible trail in a primtive setting. There is an accessible restroom and a small campground. The cool water provides welcome relief from hot valley temperatures. There is a small pebble beach. The elevation of Spalding Pond is 3,000 feet.
Fishing
Fish:
Brook Trout Rainbow Trout
Fishing Methods:
Fly,Spin,Bait
Details
Size:
3 acres
Elevation:
3000
Season:
Spring to Fall
Water Access:
By car
Camping Info
Spalding Pond Campground
Additional Details:
A valid Oregon state fishing license is needed to fish within the National Forest. Licenses are sold at sporting good and other retail stores. For information on fishing times & limits a current state fishing regulation guide is generally available free at these same locations. For more information contact the Oregon Department of Fish & Game.
Amenities
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
21.5 miles southwest of Grants Pass, Oregon. From Grants Pass, OR. proceed south on Highway 199 for 18 miles. Turn right on Forest Road 25 and proceed 7.5 miles to Forest Road 2524 (Spalding Mill Road). Turn left and proceed 4.41 miles to Spalding Pond Campground.
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