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**Location & Access**
Weigle Landing is a boat ramp facility located in Myrtle Creek, Douglas County, providing access to the South Umpqua River at the confluence with Calapooya Creek. This is one of 23 county-managed boat ramps serving Douglas County's major waterways, making it a convenient launching point for paddlers and boaters in the area.
**Conditions & Considerations**
Users should be aware that the boat ramp has large voids between concrete planks, requiring caution during launch and retrieval operations. The South Umpqua River is a moderately sized river that requires intermediate paddling skills—this is not a beginner-friendly waterway. A permanent advisory from the Oregon Health Authority warns of potential cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) in both the Umpqua and South Umpqua Rivers, so check current conditions before paddling.
**Nearby Attractions**
The landing provides access to scenic river recreation in an area rich with outdoor history. Nearby, paddlers can explore the China Ditch Auto Loop and Cow Creek Back Country Byway, both featuring historic mining-era landscapes from the 1890s gold rush period. For trip planning and additional ramp information, Douglas County Parks maintains a website with maps and details on other Umpqua River access points.