Savor the Season – Your Fall Getaway in Ashland
As fall settles over Ashland, the town is painted in vibrant shades of yellow and orange, creating the perfect backdrop for your getaway at the historic Ashland Springs Hotel. Nestled just steps from Lithia Park’s stunning fall foliage and Japanese Garden, you can savor wine tastings at award-winning vineyards and indulge in seasonal dishes at local restaurants. Explore cozy coffee shops, take in performances at the renowned Oregon Shakespeare Festival, and enjoy the ultimate fall adventure. Be sure to experience a rejuvenating spa treatment at our Waterstone Spa.
Start planning your perfect autumn escape with our curated checklist below!
Fall Adventure Checklist:
Rogue Valley Wine Country
Cozy cellar season awaits. Discover numerous wineries of the Rogue Valley Wine Country. Nurtured among the rugged mountains, wild rivers, and the sunny microclimates, Southern Oregon wines are as adventurous as the landscape they come from. Our warm corner of this magnificent state creates heat loving wines like Tempranillo and Cabernet Franc.
Charming Walkable Downtown Ashland & Lithia Park
Discover the enchanting, walkable downtown Ashland, where Lithia Park stands as the crown jewel, along with a bursting culinary scene, live music, art, and boutique shopping. Be sure to stop by the Japanese Garden and the Lower Duck Pond, which sits in the shadows of Oregon Shakespeare Festival grounds.
Oregon Shakespeare Festival
Experience the magic of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, where world-class performances unfold against the backdrop of Ashland’s scenic beauty. Explore timeless classics and contemporary works in an immersive theatrical journey that has captivated audiences for decades. Be sure to enjoy the vibrant Green Show on the bricks.
Taste the Season: Rogue Valley Food Trail & Fall Farmers Markets
Discover the flavors of Fall in Ashland, Oregon, by exploring the Rogue Valley Food Trail and local farmers markets. Savor fresh, seasonal produce, artisan goods, and local delicacies. From farm-fresh apples and pumpkins to handcrafted treats, it’s the perfect way to celebrate the harvest season. Experience Ashland’s culinary richness while supporting local growers and producers this Fall.
Autumn Trails Await
The Pacific Crest Trail is the crown jewel of our region’s amazingly diverse trail system. Choose Ashland as your launching point for short and longer journeys. Check out Grizzly Peak Trail offering spectacular views of the Rogue Valley. For day-hikers, enjoy a short section of the PCT, (easily accessible from Mt. Ashland) or take a short drive to hikes along any number of crystal clear mountain lakes such as Lake of the Woods. Hike volcanic plateaus at Table Rocks, or the endless trails in the Ashland Watershed. Many other trails are accessible from downtown via Ashland’s beloved Lithia Park featuring 93 acres of forested canyonland.
Top 10 Bike Town
Ashland is recognized as one of the top 10 best bike towns in the U.S.! Explore vertical mountain trails, the scenic Bear Creek bike path, or pedal your way through our picturesque wine country.
Crater Lake National Park
No place on earth combines a deep, pure lake, so blue in color; sheer surrounding cliffs, almost two thousand feet high; two picturesque islands; and a violent volcanic past. At 1,943 feet deep, Crater Lake is the seventh deepest lake in the world and the deepest in the United States. Enjoy a scenic drive punctuated with waterfalls from our hotel (74 miles).
Oregon Cabaret Theare
Experience the charm and allure of live entertainment at the Oregon Cabaret Theatre. Nestled in the heart of Ashland and minutes from Lithia Springs Resort, this intimate venue captivates audiences with its an array of musicals, comedies, and dramas. From Broadway hits to original productions.