Overview
Merlin is a town in Southern Oregon.
2 things to do · 1 bars & cafés
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Best things about Merlin
Indian Mary County Park
Park known for its camping and fishing, along the rogue. Many trails nearby with steep overlook trail located across Galice Road.
Rafting the Rogue
Many companies provide services that take you up the rogue at various points and raft down. This stretch of the rogue offers class 1 and class 2 rapids.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Summer highs reach about 92°F; winter lows dip to about 32°F. Very hot (Jul, Aug) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Dec and Jan. (climate data from nearby Medford)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- MFR Rogue Valley International-Medford Airport, Medford — 31 mi away. Directions
- CEC Jack Mc Namara Field Airport, Crescent City — 66 mi away. Directions
- PDX Portland International Airport, Portland — 216 mi away (major hub). Directions
From I-5: take exit 61 towards Merlin Road and continue until the town of Merlin.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Indian Mary County Park
- Afternoon Rafting the Rogue
- Evening Iron Oar Bar and Grill
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Understand
Merlin is a small town near the Rogue River.
Get in
By car
From I-5: take exit 61 towards Merlin Road and continue until the town of Merlin.
Do
Do Rafting the Rogue
Many companies provide services that take you up the rogue at various points and raft down. This stretch of the rogue offers class 1 and class 2 rapids.
Drink
Drink Iron Oar Bar and Grill
Bar and grill serving burgers, fries, and many kinds of liquids.
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