Ft. Umpqua is located at Elkton, Oregon, which is just 20 miles east of Umpqua River Haven. Rich in history, the Umpqua River Valley holds tales of old. Over this Labor Day Weekend, those tales will be celebrated at the fort.

Tipi tales…..

There is much to do with re-enactments, mountain men, the bass tournament, a pancake breakfast served by the Lions Club, a parade, demonstrations, and activities for the whole family and a lot more.

There will be spinning…..

Ft. Umpqua was built in 1832 as a trading post by the Hudson’s Bay Company for their fur trade operations. This replica is on the grounds of the Elkton Community Education Center which also houses a butterfly pavilion. Stop in at the fort and look around—-see if you can find the piece of the fort with our name, Umpqua River Haven, on it!

Also, check out the butterfly pavilion. It is a happy place to be where butterflies of all sorts sit on your shoulder if you are quiet, still and gentle. You can adopt a Monarch or Painted Lady butterfly before they head south for the winter. Kids love it here!

Check out the entertainment, Contra Swings! Our friend, Jennifer from Coos Bay, will be fiddling away.

Bring your RV this Labor Day weekend and stay with us at Umpqua River Haven (www.umpquahaven.com). Take in all that this purely Oregon Weekend has to offer. It’s a two-day history, fun and fish weekend not to be missed!

Dancing fun!