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Sitting just about an hour drive east of Eugene, this popular spot features remarkably diverse nature. The McKenzie River originates here, allowing for thrilling journeys through the picturesque Cascade Mountains. Ride the coast by bike or shoot the rapids by tube — your choice!
Those are far from your only methods of locomotion. If you like to hit the slopes, you're in luck here. Hoodoo Ski Area and the Willamette Pass Ski Area are the regions' two established resorts. Both offer about 30 alpine runs that run the gamut from easy to brutal.
Of course, there are also options for good old-fashioned hiking in the area. To experience one of Willamette National Forest's most beautiful spots, schedule a journey to Opal Creek. Travel these trails to see gorgeous wate
Sitting just about an hour drive east of Eugene, this popular spot features remarkably diverse nature. The McKenzie River originates here, allowing for thrilling journeys through the picturesque Cascade Mountains. Ride the coast by bike or shoot the rapids by tube — your choice!
Those are far from your only methods of locomotion. If you like to hit the slopes, you're in luck here. Hoodoo Ski Area and the Willamette Pass Ski Area are the regions' two established resorts. Both offer about 30 alpine runs that run the gamut from easy to brutal.
Of course, there are also options for good old-fashioned hiking in the area. To experience one of Willamette National Forest's most beautiful spots, schedule a journey to Opal Creek. Travel these trails to see gorgeous waterfalls and the breathtaking emerald colors of the creek itself.
You might want to aim for the winter months, though. The crowds can become a bit of a bummer in the summer.
Shhh. It’s a secret. Except that it really isn’t because there isn’t a ton of tree cover and the sites are kind of close together. But don’t overlook this 5-site campground located on the Middle Fork of the Willamette River yet. Set far from the road and covered in interesting vegetation, the Secret Campground is just as good as any when it comes Read more...
Embody american hero Huckleberry Finn at Gold Lake Campground. Hike to a primitive log shelter circa 1940s followed by river rafting and fishing for an iconic camping experience. Open from May 23 to October 13, Gold Lake isn’t too busy so you might catch a lakeside site.
Check website for closures.
The Blue Pool Campground is close to the highway, but local attractions and activities trump the truckstop vibe! Tenters gain extra reprieve by snagging one of the seven walk-in, tent-only sites right on Salt Creek. At $17 a night its cheaper than a motel and only a mile from the McCredie Hot Springs. For those just travelin’ through, this one’s a Read more...
A local favorite, the Salmon Creek Falls Campground is a small piece of paradise (hint: think fairy wonderland). Imagine yourself swimming in turquoise pools under two cascading waterfalls or picking wild thimbleberries and hazelnuts in the old growth forest along Salmon Creek. Open from the end of April through October, catch the magic in the spr Read more...
Prance amongst Ponderosa pines you camping king or queen, you. Fish, hike, or cycle all within the vicinity of your forest fortress and take in the royal, riverside beauty of Campers Flat Campground. Campsites are equipped with toliets, drinking water, and cost $13 a night.
Check website for closures.
Be tickled by the tininess of Indigo Spring’s three-site campground set in a stand of Douglas fir trees. Located near the origin of Indigo Springs and the Oregon Central Military Wagon Road, Indigo Springs is free but provides no water.
Check website for closures.
Enjoy a touch of history at the Sacandaga Campground conveniently equipped with toilets and drinking water. Whether its the historic Oregon Central Military Wagon Road you’re after or just some easy swimming in the river, this 17-site, $8/night (what a steal!) campground has a space for everyone.
Check website for closures.
Timpanogas Campground is located in a high elevation stand of silver, grand, and noble fir. You can find activities for all seasons! Enjoy hiking, horseback riding, and fishing in the summer and fall. In the winter, follow one of the many snowmobile routes, and try cross-country skiing in the spring! The Timpanogas Basin offers 23 miles of hiking Read more...
Willamette National Forest
Plenty of choices for getting active define this adventure-minded area of the Pacific Northwest.
Sitting just about an hour drive east of Eugene, this popular spot features remarkably diverse nature. The McKenzie River originates here, allowing for thrilling journeys through the picturesque Cascade Mountains. Ride the coast by bike or shoot the rapids by tube — your choice!
Those are far from your only methods of locomotion. If you like to hit the slopes, you're in luck here. Hoodoo Ski Area and the Willamette Pass Ski Area are the regions' two established resorts. Both offer about 30 alpine runs that run the gamut from easy to brutal.
Of course, there are also options for good old-fashioned hiking in the area. To experience one of Willamette National Forest's most beautiful spots, schedule a journey to Opal Creek. Travel these trails to see gorgeous wate
Sitting just about an hour drive east of Eugene, this popular spot features remarkably diverse nature. The McKenzie River originates here, allowing for thrilling journeys through the picturesque Cascade Mountains. Ride the coast by bike or shoot the rapids by tube — your choice!
Those are far from your only methods of locomotion. If you like to hit the slopes, you're in luck here. Hoodoo Ski Area and the Willamette Pass Ski Area are the regions' two established resorts. Both offer about 30 alpine runs that run the gamut from easy to brutal.
Of course, there are also options for good old-fashioned hiking in the area. To experience one of Willamette National Forest's most beautiful spots, schedule a journey to Opal Creek. Travel these trails to see gorgeous waterfalls and the breathtaking emerald colors of the creek itself.
You might want to aim for the winter months, though. The crowds can become a bit of a bummer in the summer.
Activities in the park
60 campgrounds in Willamette National Forest
Shhh. It’s a secret. Except that it really isn’t because there isn’t a ton of tree cover and the sites are kind of close together. But don’t overlook this 5-site campground located on the Middle Fork of the Willamette River yet. Set far from the road and covered in interesting vegetation, the Secret Campground is just as good as any when it comes Read more...
Embody american hero Huckleberry Finn at Gold Lake Campground. Hike to a primitive log shelter circa 1940s followed by river rafting and fishing for an iconic camping experience. Open from May 23 to October 13, Gold Lake isn’t too busy so you might catch a lakeside site. Check website for closures.
The Blue Pool Campground is close to the highway, but local attractions and activities trump the truckstop vibe! Tenters gain extra reprieve by snagging one of the seven walk-in, tent-only sites right on Salt Creek. At $17 a night its cheaper than a motel and only a mile from the McCredie Hot Springs. For those just travelin’ through, this one’s a Read more...
A local favorite, the Salmon Creek Falls Campground is a small piece of paradise (hint: think fairy wonderland). Imagine yourself swimming in turquoise pools under two cascading waterfalls or picking wild thimbleberries and hazelnuts in the old growth forest along Salmon Creek. Open from the end of April through October, catch the magic in the spr Read more...
Prance amongst Ponderosa pines you camping king or queen, you. Fish, hike, or cycle all within the vicinity of your forest fortress and take in the royal, riverside beauty of Campers Flat Campground. Campsites are equipped with toliets, drinking water, and cost $13 a night. Check website for closures.
Be tickled by the tininess of Indigo Spring’s three-site campground set in a stand of Douglas fir trees. Located near the origin of Indigo Springs and the Oregon Central Military Wagon Road, Indigo Springs is free but provides no water. Check website for closures.
Enjoy a touch of history at the Sacandaga Campground conveniently equipped with toilets and drinking water. Whether its the historic Oregon Central Military Wagon Road you’re after or just some easy swimming in the river, this 17-site, $8/night (what a steal!) campground has a space for everyone. Check website for closures.
Timpanogas Campground is located in a high elevation stand of silver, grand, and noble fir. You can find activities for all seasons! Enjoy hiking, horseback riding, and fishing in the summer and fall. In the winter, follow one of the many snowmobile routes, and try cross-country skiing in the spring! The Timpanogas Basin offers 23 miles of hiking Read more...