Media Kit2011

Perched along the banks of one of Oregon’s most famous rivers, Morrison’s Rogue River Lodge has spent decades perfecting the hospitality business. The

lodge is a favorite among visitors to the Rogue River. Experienced guides lend a hand catching the river’s legendary Steelhead or help navigate its epic

whitewater rapids. Morrison’s is a world-class travel and lodging option for families, couples, or

companies hoping to experience the rugged beauty of southwestern Oregon. The owners and staff know – the beauty of the Rogue may bring visitors the first

time, but the hospitality at Morrison’s keeps them coming back.

Morrison’s was first built along the Rogue in 1946 by Lloyd Morrison, a lumber worker who hand-picked the bird’s-eye pine used for the original cabins. In 1964, it was bought by B.A. and Elaine Hanten. The Hanten family has now owned and operated the lodge for three generations. Though it was originally a fishing lodge exclusively, Morrison’s now caters to whitewater rafters, horseback riders, weddings, family reunions and corporate events.

A family history

The Rogue River has seen many changes over the last century, but fishing remains as the river’s strongest lure. Anglers of all skill levels come to the Rogue each year with hopes of catching Steelhead, Chinook Salmon, or Rainbow Trout. The guides at Morrison’s have been fishing the Rogue for years, and know all the best places to cast a line. They welcome all levels of expertise – from the veteran

angler with his eyes on adventure to the novice who has never held a fly rod. Chinook in the Rogue weigh in at around 35 or 40 pounds.

A favorite for anglers

Fishing isn’t the only game on the Rogue. Many visitors now prefer to ride the river’s whitewater rapids. Those looking for a smaller dose of adrenaline can take one of the company’s half-day trips, while others may opt to spend the full day of the river. The most adventurous will take one of the company’s multi-day trips, which take boaters along 50 miles of the river. Rafters on those trips can either spend their nights under the stars in tents, or in cabins along the river, where they will enjoy hot meals and clean beds.

Thrills and spills

Travel in style

The Rogue cuts through some of the wildest country in the Pacific Northwest, and much of the area’s rugged beauty can only be experienced along the river’s banks. Morrison’s has partnered with local wrangler Mike Pierce, a lifelong local who has spent years guiding tourists through nearby Taylor Creek Canyon on horseback. The canyon, like much of the area, is teeming with wildlife. Tourists often see deer, osprey, and even black bears.

Off the river, guests at Morrison’s enjoy meals from one of the region’s finest kitchens. Originally cooked in Elaine Hanten’s private kitchen, the cuisine at Morrison’s in nationally recognized and has been featured twice in Bon Appetit magazine. Diners are offered a country-style breakfast and their choice of a gourmet in-house or box lunch. Dinner is a four-course meal specially prepared by Morrison’s chefs, with an entrée of fish, chicken, pork, or beef.

A taste of the West

With five acres of manicured lawn overlooking the Rogue, Morrison’s is a popular choice for destination weddings. The lodge has overnight

accommodations for 58 people and gourmet dining, and is within hours of local wineries and Crater Lake.

Morrison’s is also sought out as a conference destination by business, family, and church groups. The lodge’s 675-square-foot meeting room is perfect for

large events, and many conferences take advantage of the extensive lawn and patio for break-out sessions.

Weddings and conferences

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