Lower Table Rocks Trail closed until mid-December
MEDFORD, Ore. — The Bureau of Land Management has closed the Lower Table Rocks Trailhead, parking lot, and trail from Nov. 14, 2025, until mid-December. The trail system is closed to facilitate paving of the Lower Loop Trail and to create a wheelchair-friendly access at the Lower Table Rocks.
The BLM anticipates the paving project to last one month. They will reopen the trail as soon as the project is complete.
“This closure is necessary to ensure the safety of the public and the heavy equipment operators,” said Scott Nagel, Butte Falls field manager. “Please explore some of the other great trails in the area until the project is complete.”
The Lower Loop Trail is approximately one mile. It meanders through an oak savannah and features interpretive panels highlighting the ecology and history of the area.
The Table Rocks are designated as an Area of Critical Environmental Concern because of their cultural and biological significance. More than 50,000 visitors annually hike the Table Rocks, making it one of the most popular hiking locations in southern Oregon.
The Upper Table Rocks Trailhead, located just five miles away from Lower Table Rock, remains open. Other trails in the area offer a great alternative, including the Jacksonville Woodlands Trail, Mountain of the Rogue, East Applegate Ridge Trail, and the Jack-Ash Trail.
For more information about the Upper Table Rock, please check Plan Your Visit to Table Rocks.
The BLM manages about 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.