Still hoping rain is on the way...

Regardless of rain, I am headed up the Klamath and from there to Applegate, OR. Many years ago I traveled this road several times a year and have always loved driving there. Twice I went north out of Happy Camp over "Indian Creek Road" (I believe it is now named Grayback) but it has been 24 years now. The first time I used it, more than 30 years ago, part was still gravel last time it was all paved.

Going through Google Maps it shows the route to be upriver from HC to a Forest Service road north instead of Grayback. To my eyes Grayback looks like the shorter route to Cave Junction.

Anyone use these roads much?

What kind of condition are they in?

Am I correct that the road directly from HC is the shortest route?

Thanks for any input. Leaving in one week.