The "East ART" trail, a 5.6-mile multiple-use non-motorized trail is located approximately 5 miles south of Jacksonville, Oregon. It offers stunning vistas for hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian use. The trail predominantly follows the ridge tops above the Poorman and Bishop Creek drainages and offers a year-round
Free — you won’t need your pass here.
This site is free — no fee is charged, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
- Fee type No fee — No fee is charged here.
- Source Official / Recreation.gov ↗
- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
- Official pagewww.blm.gov ↗
- Contact 541-618-2256 · BLM_OR_MD_Mail@blm.gov
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for East Applegate Ridge Trail — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
No Is there a fee at East Applegate Ridge Trail?
No — it’s free to enter, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — trails here include BLM Road 38-2-18, Lone Bear Lane, Murphy Sterling South, and more. Check length and difficulty before you go.
Yes Can you bike here?
Yes — biking is available at East Applegate Ridge Trail. Confirm which roads or trails allow it.
Yes Can you bring a dog?
Generally yes — dogs are welcome when kept under control (usually leashed). Confirm any local rules.
Depends Are drones allowed?
Sometimes — often allowed away from wilderness and developed or crowded areas, with rules. Check locally before you fly.
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Jack-Ash Trail
ConfirmedThis site is free — no fee is charged, so you won’t need your pass to get in.