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Hiking the Oregon Coast Trail: Lone Ranch to Cape Ferrelo & House Rock | Southern Oregon Hikes Experience one of the most breathtaking coastal day hikes on the Southern Oregon Coast! In this video, we hit the Oregon Coast Trail starting from the Lone Ranch Picnic Area, trekking scenic bluffs up to Cape Ferrelo, and finishing at the dramatic House Rock Viewpoint. Located inside the iconic Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor, this section offers sweeping Pacific Ocean views, dense forests, an almost magical tree, and prime whale-watching perches—all just a short drive north of Brookings, Oregon. Whether you're looking for a short day hike, or planning a full trek along the OCT, this trail delivers maximum coastal scenery with relatively low mileage. Thanks for watching! LINKS & RESOURCES: • For written trail reports, gear reviews, and adaptive hiking advice, visit: https://www.amputeeoutdoors.com If you enjoyed this trail guide, please LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to Amputee Outdoors for more hiking and outdoor adventure content! See you out there! 🥾🌲 Check out my previous hikes here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VE0fvsFaW5M&t=330s&list=PL4EAiXJ42acsc492NmEytueLP8_xrb6oM&index=22 GEAR USED ON [Video Title]: Sunglasses - https://amzn.to/4g3dJTX Hiking Poles - https://amzn.to/4bXDrqt Water Bottles - https://amzn.to/4xj6a1p Tick Repellent (clothes & gear) - https://amzn.to/4boLWL2 Tick Repellent (skin) - https://amzn.to/3Ts95pT SOCIAL MEDIA: • Website: https://www.amputeeoutdoors.com/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amputee_outdoors/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmputeeOutdoors • X: @AmputeeOutdoors If you liked this video, you may also enjoy these YouTube channels: • Lee Outdoors: Camping, Cooking and Exploring places around the UK https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcBFpY6njHRB2shgOSIVu2A • Eat Carbs Outdoors: Just sharing some of my dirt time, gear, and outings. https://www.youtube.com/@EatCarbs/featured • Halla Hiking: Capturing the beauty of as many trails as I can. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRUavesgN8-euMemSahKD2w • Norway Hikes and Trails: Various hikes and trails, mainly from Norway. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWDKMT5bgGgy8Eu2Lmw8uQ • Boonedockery: Whether you are a beginner or experienced, my goal is to increase knowledge and share experience to help you enjoy and explore the beautiful outdoors. https://www.youtube.com/@boonedockery7220/featured • Swedish Hobo: My goal is to enjoy all of Swedish nature and have fun outdoors, from north to south, year round. I also want to prove that outdoors fun doesn´t have to be hard or expensive. https://www.youtube.com/@swedishhobo2995/videos 00:00 Introduction 00:37 Beach below Cape Ferrelo viewpoint 01:14 Lower viewpoint at Cape Ferrelo 01:40 Climb up to Cape Ferrelo viewpoint 03:00 The Tunnel through the forest 04:13 The Magnificent Tree 05:59 House Rock viewpoint

A Unique Piece of American History When most people think of World War II, they picture distant battlefields in Europe or the South Pacific. Few realize that tucked deep inside the old-growth forests of the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest near Brookings, Oregon, lies the site of the only wartime aerial bombing on the contiguous United States. Today, the Japanese Bombing Site Trail (#1118) is an easy out-and-back hike beneath a dense canopy of Douglas firs and giant coast redwoods. For hikers and history buffs, it offers a manageable distance with modest elevation gain, coupled with a remarkable story of wartime conflict transformed into a decades-long legacy of peace and reconciliation. Trail Specifications • Distance: ~1.6 miles round-trip • Trail Type: Out-and-back singletrack • Elevation Gain: ~100 feet • Difficulty: Easy to Moderate (adaptive scale) • Trail Surface: Dirt, packed needles, loose gravel, exposed tree roots, and small rock steps. Thanks for watching! LINKS & RESOURCES: • For written trail reports, gear reviews, and adaptive hiking advice, visit: https://www.amputeeoutdoors.com If you enjoyed this trail guide, please LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to Amputee Outdoors for more hiking and outdoor adventure content! See you out there! 🥾🌲 For more southern Oregon trail reports go to: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDj345HoPJ2s Check out my entire video catalog of gear reviews, trail reports and more at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9EgawuMkA_5PJLnX8Qulxw/ GEAR USED ON [Video Title]: Sunglasses - https://amzn.to/4g3dJTX Hiking Poles - https://amzn.to/4bXDrqt Water Bottles - https://amzn.to/4xj6a1p Tick Repellent (clothes & gear) - https://amzn.to/4boLWL2 Tick Repellent (skin) - https://amzn.to/3Ts95pT SOCIAL MEDIA: • Website: https://www.amputeeoutdoors.com/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amputee_outdoors/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmputeeOutdoors • X: @AmputeeOutdoors If you liked this video, you may also enjoy these YouTube channels: • Lee Outdoors: Camping, Cooking and Exploring places around the UK https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcBFpY6njHRB2shgOSIVu2A • Eat Carbs Outdoors: Just sharing some of my dirt time, gear, and outings. https://www.youtube.com/@EatCarbs/featured • Halla Hiking: Capturing the beauty of as many trails as I can. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRUavesgN8-euMemSahKD2w • Norway Hikes and Trails: Various hikes and trails, mainly from Norway. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWDKMT5bgGgy8Eu2Lmw8uQ • Boonedockery: Whether you are a beginner or experienced, my goal is to increase knowledge and share experience to help you enjoy and explore the beautiful outdoors. https://www.youtube.com/@boonedockery7220/featured • Swedish Hobo: My goal is to enjoy all of Swedish nature and have fun outdoors, from north to south, year round. I also want to prove that outdoors fun doesn´t have to be hard or expensive. https://www.youtube.com/@swedishhobo2995/videos 00:00 Introduction 00:13 Starting the Bomb Site Trail 00:56 The Road to the Trail 01:57 The Story of Nobuo Fujita 03:20 Commemorative Bench

Looking for a unique way to hike Wagner Butte in Southern Oregon? Skip the standard route and hit THREE peaks in a single 10-mile day hike: McDonald Peak, Split Rock, and Wagner Butte! In this video, I review the Split Rock Trail route starting down the road from Mt. Ashland Campground. I share parking advice, terrain breakdowns, and what it’s like tackling this steep, dusty trail as a 62-year-old amputee. Essential Trail Tips: • Distance: 10 miles round-trip • Water: NO WATER SOURCE ON TRAIL. Bring at least 5 liters during summer months! • Parking: Small trailhead (fits ~2 cars). Hike on a weekday to secure a spot. • Gear: Sun protection/umbrella is crucial at the peak—there is no shade at the summit. Got info on the historical barbed wire fences or the mysterious yellow trail marker at Wagner Gap? Let me know in the comments! #WagnerButte #SouthernOregonHikes #OregonTrails #HikingSouthernOregon #SplitRockTrail #AmputeeHiker For more southern Oregon trail reports go to: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDj345HoPJ2s Thanks for watching! LINKS & RESOURCES: • For written trail reports, gear reviews, and adaptive hiking advice, visit: https://www.amputeeoutdoors.com If you enjoyed this trail guide, please LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to Amputee Outdoors for more hiking and outdoor adventure content! See you out there! 🥾🌲 Check out my previous hikes here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VE0fvsFaW5M&t=330s&list=PL4EAiXJ42acsc492NmEytueLP8_xrb6oM&index=22 GEAR USED ON [Video Title]: Hiking Umbrella- https://amzn.to/3UxvLp1 Sunglasses - https://amzn.to/4g3dJTX Hiking Poles - https://amzn.to/4bXDrqt Water Bottles - https://amzn.to/4xj6a1p Tick Repellent (clothes & gear) - https://amzn.to/4boLWL2 Tick Repellent (skin) - https://amzn.to/3Ts95pT SOCIAL MEDIA: • Website: https://www.amputeeoutdoors.com/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amputee_outdoors/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmputeeOutdoors • X: @AmputeeOutdoors If you liked this video, you may also enjoy these YouTube channels: • Lee Outdoors: Camping, Cooking and Exploring places around the UK https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcBFpY6njHRB2shgOSIVu2A • Eat Carbs Outdoors: Just sharing some of my dirt time, gear, and outings. https://www.youtube.com/@EatCarbs/featured • Halla Hiking: Capturing the beauty of as many trails as I can. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRUavesgN8-euMemSahKD2w • Norway Hikes and Trails: Various hikes and trails, mainly from Norway. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWDKMT5bgGgy8Eu2Lmw8uQ • Boonedockery: Whether you are a beginner or experienced, my goal is to increase knowledge and share experience to help you enjoy and explore the beautiful outdoors. https://www.youtube.com/@boonedockery7220/featured • Swedish Hobo: My goal is to enjoy all of Swedish nature and have fun outdoors, from north to south, year round. I also want to prove that outdoors fun doesn´t have to be hard or expensive. https://www.youtube.com/@swedishhobo2995/videos 00:00 Introduction 00:10 Split Rock Trailhead 00:55 First Peak - McDonald 02:01 Fence Posts, Barbed Wire 02:51 Second Peak - Split Rock 03:13 Trail Note: Steep Decline 03:50 Join the Wagner Butte Trail - Wagner Gap 04:59 The Climb to the Peak 05:45 The Peak

Say goodbye to painful hiking blisters for good! In this video, we break down one of the most effective, battle-tested foot-care strategies for backpackers and hikers: the 2-sock layering system. By wearing a thin, snug liner sock directly against your skin beneath a cushioned merino wool hiking sock, you eliminate the friction that causes hot spots and blisters on the trail. Instead of your boot or heavy sock rubbing against your skin, the friction happens between the two sock layers—keeping your feet comfortable mile after mile. Whether you're training for day hikes, tackling long-distance backpacking trips, or breaking in new hiking boots, this simple sock setup is a game-changer. How the Dual-Sock System Works 1. Inner Layer (Thin Liner Sock): Hugs your skin, wicks sweat away rapidly, and acts as a second protective skin layer. 2. Outer Layer (Merino Wool Sock): Provides cushion, regulates temperature, absorbs trail impact, and takes the brunt of boot friction. 3. The Result: Friction occurs between sock layer 1 and sock layer 2—NOT on your skin! What's Your Go-To Foot Care Strategy? Have you tried sock liners on the trail, or do you have another favorite trick for staying blister-free? Let us know in the comments below! Here's some links for those socks. As an Amazon Affiliate, I will make a little money from qualified purchases. Fox River Liner Socks - https://amzn.to/45DBoEz Liner Socks - https://amzn.to/4xFq1Ie Women's Merino Wool Lightweight Socks - https://amzn.to/4xNt7dh Men's Merino Wool Socks - https://amzn.to/4gF1VHG Thanks for watching! LINKS & RESOURCES: • For written trail reports, gear reviews, and adaptive hiking advice, visit: https://www.amputeeoutdoors.com If you enjoyed this trail guide, please LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to Amputee Outdoors for more hiking and outdoor adventure content! See you out there! 🥾🌲 Check out my previous hikes here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VE0fvsFaW5M&t=330s&list=PL4EAiXJ42acsc492NmEytueLP8_xrb6oM&index=22 GEAR USED ON [Video Title]: Hiking Umbrella - https://amzn.to/4gkYdlo Sunglasses - https://amzn.to/4g3dJTX Hiking Poles - https://amzn.to/4bXDrqt Water Bottles - https://amzn.to/4xj6a1p Tick Repellent (clothes & gear) - https://amzn.to/4boLWL2 Tick Repellent (skin) - https://amzn.to/3Ts95pT SOCIAL MEDIA: • Website: https://www.amputeeoutdoors.com/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amputee_outdoors/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmputeeOutdoors • X: @AmputeeOutdoors If you liked this video, you may also enjoy these YouTube channels: • Lee Outdoors: Camping, Cooking and Exploring places around the UK https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcBFpY6njHRB2shgOSIVu2A • Eat Carbs Outdoors: Just sharing some of my dirt time, gear, and outings. https://www.youtube.com/@EatCarbs/featured • Halla Hiking: Capturing the beauty of as many trails as I can. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRUavesgN8-euMemSahKD2w • Norway Hikes and Trails: Various hikes and trails, mainly from Norway. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWDKMT5bgGgy8Eu2Lmw8uQ • Boonedockery: Whether you are a beginner or experienced, my goal is to increase knowledge and share experience to help you enjoy and explore the beautiful outdoors. https://www.youtube.com/@boonedockery7220/featured • Swedish Hobo: My goal is to enjoy all of Swedish nature and have fun outdoors, from north to south, year round. I also want to prove that outdoors fun doesn´t have to be hard or expensive. https://www.youtube.com/@swedishhobo2995/videos

Is this an unidentified US military surplus pack or a rare 1960s USFS Smokejumper backpack? In this video, we take a detailed look at an intriguing piece of vintage field gear: an olive green canvas backpack with a mysterious history. At first glance, it looks like standard-issue military gear—complete with "Rifle Ser. No. 23631" stenciled across the back. However, it lacks standard U.S. military inspection stamps, manufacturer tags, or foreign surplus markings. The closest historical match points toward mid-century United States Forest Service (USFS) gear, wildland firefighter packs, or smokejumper equipment issued between 1955 and 1975. See the pack on the trail at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DTKypzotwD8 Read the write up at https://www.amputeeoutdoors.com/post/a-forgotten-piece-of-gear-the-green-canvas-usfs-rucksack-1955-1975 Detailed Pack Specifications • Height: 23 inches • Width: 14.5 inches • Depth: 9 inches • Material: Heavy-duty olive green canvas with rubber-coated interior weatherproofing • Top Hardware: Thick canvas band with reinforced grommets for external frame lashing • Closure System: Cord cinch opening with top storm flap clipping to metal D-rings • Pockets: Two side gear pockets Thanks for watching! LINKS & RESOURCES: • For written trail reports, gear reviews, and adaptive hiking advice, visit: https://www.amputeeoutdoors.com If you enjoyed this trail guide, please LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to Amputee Outdoors for more hiking and outdoor adventure content! See you out there! 🥾🌲 Check out my previous hikes here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VE0fvsFaW5M&t=330s&list=PL4EAiXJ42acsc492NmEytueLP8_xrb6oM&index=22 GEAR USED ON [Video Title]: Sunhat - https://amzn.to/4hDHNqs Sunglasses - https://amzn.to/4g3dJTX Hiking Poles - https://amzn.to/4bXDrqt Water Bottles - https://amzn.to/4xj6a1p Tick Repellent (clothes & gear) - https://amzn.to/4boLWL2 Tick Repellent (skin) - https://amzn.to/3Ts95pT SOCIAL MEDIA: • Website: https://www.amputeeoutdoors.com/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amputee_outdoors/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmputeeOutdoors • X: @AmputeeOutdoors If you liked this video, you may also enjoy these YouTube channels: • Lee Outdoors: Camping, Cooking and Exploring places around the UK https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcBFpY6njHRB2shgOSIVu2A • Eat Carbs Outdoors: Just sharing some of my dirt time, gear, and outings. https://www.youtube.com/@EatCarbs/featured • Halla Hiking: Capturing the beauty of as many trails as I can. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRUavesgN8-euMemSahKD2w • Norway Hikes and Trails: Various hikes and trails, mainly from Norway. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWDKMT5bgGgy8Eu2Lmw8uQ • Boonedockery: Whether you are a beginner or experienced, my goal is to increase knowledge and share experience to help you enjoy and explore the beautiful outdoors. https://www.youtube.com/@boonedockery7220/featured • Swedish Hobo: My goal is to enjoy all of Swedish nature and have fun outdoors, from north to south, year round. I also want to prove that outdoors fun doesn´t have to be hard or expensive. https://www.youtube.com/@swedishhobo2995/videos #VintageGear #MilitarySurplus #USFS #Smokejumper #CanvasBackpack #Bushcraft #OutdoorGear #MysteryGear #VintageCanvas #WildlandFirefighter #FieldGear #SurplusCollector

You put them on, tie the laces and unless something goes wrong, don't think of them again. Take a moment and see the world from your hiking boots point of view.

When I first lost my leg, the prosthetics available to me didn't allow for hiking, at least not the hiking I wanted to do. The changes over the years have enabled me to get out and back onto the trail and explore the valleys, mountains and world around me again.