99% (249) • 10 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Oakridge
Shelter at Castle Rock Farm
1. Shelter at Castle Rock Farm
99%
(136)
32mi from Oakridge · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Shelter at Castle Rock Farm – A Private Sanctuary Camping Paradise
Sanctuary Escape | Wildlife Viewing | Pet-Friendly | Covered Shelters | Stunning Scenery | Exclusive and Peaceful
Escape to Castle Rock Farm, a breathtaking 1893 homestead nestled at the base of Castle Rock in the heart of the stunning Willamette National Forest located in McKenzie Bridge. This one-of-a-kind, private wildlife and birding preserve offers an unforgettable camping experience with covered shelters designed for comfort in all weather conditions.
Ultimate Privacy & Seclusion – No noisy highways, busy roads, or misleading locations. Just peace, quiet, and nature.
Camping in Comfort – Stay dry with covered gathering spaces, a deluxe canvas tent on a wooden platform, and handcrafted furniture made from sustainably sourced lumber.
Breathtaking Scenery & Wildlife – Camp under a majestic Big Maple Tree, next to a babbling brook, with Great Gray Owls, Pileated Woodpeckers, and over 150 bird nesting boxes surrounding you. A true birder’s paradise!
Outdoor Adventure Awaits – Just minutes from King Castle Trail, Blue Pool, hot springs, waterfalls, lakes, and endless trails for hiking, biking, rafting, and paddleboarding.
Eco-Friendly & Handcrafted – No pesticides, no herbicides—just nature at its purest. Every structure is professionally built by expert craftsmen, using heritage-cut lumber from windfallen trees.
Furry Friends Welcome! Two friendly yellow labs roam the property and love to join on morning and evening walks.Hand-feed native wild cutthroat trout in the private pond. Forage for wild strawberries along the nature trails. Enjoy the peaceful sound of the wind whispering through the trees and birds singing all around you
🏕️ Group Camping & Events:
Need space for a group? The Big Maple site accommodates up to 50 tents for special events, weddings, birding groups, biking/running retreats, and more.
🚴♂️ Adventure-Ready:
We can connect you with local rafting trips, bike/mountain bike rentals, and hiking shuttle services for a hassle-free experience.
This is not just another campsite—it’s a sanctuary. Come disconnect, unwind, and immerse yourself in nature at Shelter at Castle Rock Farm.
✨ Book your stay today and experience camping like never before! ✨
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$35
/ night
Dancing Creek Farm
2. Dancing Creek Farm
100%
(207)
41mi from Oakridge · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
In 1948 a wildfire came thru what then was a mixed forest of spars old growth conifers, evergreen and deciduous broadleaf trees burning intensely enough to render the entire area to primarily grassland. Today it is quickly returning to primarily mixed forest, recovering the ability to hold water at cooler temperatures as it once did.
Nestled on the south slope of Dickinson Mountain it offers plenty of sunshine yet some of the best cool freshwater to be found anywhere. Although much of this paradise is considerably steep there are ample cow and goat trails to make exploring extremely enjoyable.
Bachelor Creek which runs thru approximately 1/2 mile of the Southeast portion is home to beaver, cutthroat, western pond turtles, great blue heron, and many other wildlife.
There is a pair of resident Redtail hawks, wild turkeys, deer, bobcat, coyote, cougar, mink, flying, silver grey, and pine squirrels, owls (sawhete, screach, Pigmy, barred, and great horned), and many others.
There are also many swimming holes on Bachelor Creek and a tributary we call Dancing creek, although they are all somewhat small the water is nice and refreshing for a quick dip on a warm day.
This is a working farm raising cattle, and chickens. On that note please don't feed any of the animals as they could become a real nuisance. If you are going to be leaving your camp for a hike or swim etc. please secure any food items to avoid a potential disaster.
The farm is 170 acres (a half mile by a half mile) and there is a fence all the way around it. Feel free to hike wherever, as long as you don't cross any fences you are still here.
You can take a dip in the creek where it comes out of the culvert below the road and there is a picnic table at each site as well as at the dipping hole.
Toilets
Campfires
Water hookup
from
$36
/ night
Eagle Mountain Farm and Retreat
3. Eagle Mountain Farm and Retreat
100%
(5)
32mi from Oakridge · 3 sites · Tents, Lodging
Eagle Mountain Farm and Retreat is located in a picturesque, healthy forest outside Cottage Grove, Oregon. We offer two tent sites, a 20' yurt, and an intimate bedroom bungalow, available year-round for Hipcamp guests.
Our mountain property sits at the end of a private residential road, close to I-5 and downtown Cottage Grove. Alongside the hosts’ house, there are a few other residents on the property. The area is rich with recreation opportunities, including biking, hiking, canoeing, boating, mushroom hunting, swimming, hunting and fishing, gold panning, rockhounding, and wildlife viewing.
Eugene and the University of Oregon campus (including Hayward Field) are just 30 minutes away. It’s about an hour to the Oregon Coast, 15 minutes to Cottage Grove Lake, and 30 minutes to Dorena Reservoir. Umpqua National Forest is also nearby, with stunning waterfalls such as Spirit, Moon, and Pinard Falls only 45 minutes to an hour away.
The Cottage Grove area is known for its covered bridges, mining history, and the scenic Row River Trail bike path. Film buffs may recognize local spots from Buster Keaton’s The General, Stand By Me, and Animal House. You’ll also find nearby farms, breweries, and vineyards offering tours and tastings.
We are cannabis-friendly and ask that guests use responsibly.
Please refrain from wearing heavy perfumes, colognes or oils (Amber and Patchouli) No burning of incense in yurt.
Well-behaved, friendly pets are welcome, but they must be attended at all times, as our neighbors keep goats and chickens. Two pets also live on the property: one dog (Choco) and one cat (Cosmo).
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$30
/ night
99% (249) • 10 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Oakridge
Shelter at Castle Rock Farm
1. Shelter at Castle Rock Farm
99%
(136)
32mi from Oakridge · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Shelter at Castle Rock Farm – A Private Sanctuary Camping Paradise
Sanctuary Escape | Wildlife Viewing | Pet-Friendly | Covered Shelters | Stunning Scenery | Exclusive and Peaceful
Escape to Castle Rock Farm, a breathtaking 1893 homestead nestled at the base of Castle Rock in the heart of the stunning Willamette National Forest located in McKenzie Bridge. This one-of-a-kind, private wildlife and birding preserve offers an unforgettable camping experience with covered shelters designed for comfort in all weather conditions.
Ultimate Privacy & Seclusion – No noisy highways, busy roads, or misleading locations. Just peace, quiet, and nature.
Camping in Comfort – Stay dry with covered gathering spaces, a deluxe canvas tent on a wooden platform, and handcrafted furniture made from sustainably sourced lumber.
Breathtaking Scenery & Wildlife – Camp under a majestic Big Maple Tree, next to a babbling brook, with Great Gray Owls, Pileated Woodpeckers, and over 150 bird nesting boxes surrounding you. A true birder’s paradise!
Outdoor Adventure Awaits – Just minutes from King Castle Trail, Blue Pool, hot springs, waterfalls, lakes, and endless trails for hiking, biking, rafting, and paddleboarding.
Eco-Friendly & Handcrafted – No pesticides, no herbicides—just nature at its purest. Every structure is professionally built by expert craftsmen, using heritage-cut lumber from windfallen trees.
Furry Friends Welcome! Two friendly yellow labs roam the property and love to join on morning and evening walks.Hand-feed native wild cutthroat trout in the private pond. Forage for wild strawberries along the nature trails. Enjoy the peaceful sound of the wind whispering through the trees and birds singing all around you
🏕️ Group Camping & Events:
Need space for a group? The Big Maple site accommodates up to 50 tents for special events, weddings, birding groups, biking/running retreats, and more.
🚴♂️ Adventure-Ready:
We can connect you with local rafting trips, bike/mountain bike rentals, and hiking shuttle services for a hassle-free experience.
This is not just another campsite—it’s a sanctuary. Come disconnect, unwind, and immerse yourself in nature at Shelter at Castle Rock Farm.
✨ Book your stay today and experience camping like never before! ✨
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$35
/ night
Dancing Creek Farm
2. Dancing Creek Farm
100%
(207)
41mi from Oakridge · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
In 1948 a wildfire came thru what then was a mixed forest of spars old growth conifers, evergreen and deciduous broadleaf trees burning intensely enough to render the entire area to primarily grassland. Today it is quickly returning to primarily mixed forest, recovering the ability to hold water at cooler temperatures as it once did.
Nestled on the south slope of Dickinson Mountain it offers plenty of sunshine yet some of the best cool freshwater to be found anywhere. Although much of this paradise is considerably steep there are ample cow and goat trails to make exploring extremely enjoyable.
Bachelor Creek which runs thru approximately 1/2 mile of the Southeast portion is home to beaver, cutthroat, western pond turtles, great blue heron, and many other wildlife.
There is a pair of resident Redtail hawks, wild turkeys, deer, bobcat, coyote, cougar, mink, flying, silver grey, and pine squirrels, owls (sawhete, screach, Pigmy, barred, and great horned), and many others.
There are also many swimming holes on Bachelor Creek and a tributary we call Dancing creek, although they are all somewhat small the water is nice and refreshing for a quick dip on a warm day.
This is a working farm raising cattle, and chickens. On that note please don't feed any of the animals as they could become a real nuisance. If you are going to be leaving your camp for a hike or swim etc. please secure any food items to avoid a potential disaster.
The farm is 170 acres (a half mile by a half mile) and there is a fence all the way around it. Feel free to hike wherever, as long as you don't cross any fences you are still here.
You can take a dip in the creek where it comes out of the culvert below the road and there is a picnic table at each site as well as at the dipping hole.
Toilets
Campfires
Water hookup
from
$36
/ night
Eagle Mountain Farm and Retreat
3. Eagle Mountain Farm and Retreat
100%
(5)
32mi from Oakridge · 3 sites · Tents, Lodging
Eagle Mountain Farm and Retreat is located in a picturesque, healthy forest outside Cottage Grove, Oregon. We offer two tent sites, a 20' yurt, and an intimate bedroom bungalow, available year-round for Hipcamp guests.
Our mountain property sits at the end of a private residential road, close to I-5 and downtown Cottage Grove. Alongside the hosts’ house, there are a few other residents on the property. The area is rich with recreation opportunities, including biking, hiking, canoeing, boating, mushroom hunting, swimming, hunting and fishing, gold panning, rockhounding, and wildlife viewing.
Eugene and the University of Oregon campus (including Hayward Field) are just 30 minutes away. It’s about an hour to the Oregon Coast, 15 minutes to Cottage Grove Lake, and 30 minutes to Dorena Reservoir. Umpqua National Forest is also nearby, with stunning waterfalls such as Spirit, Moon, and Pinard Falls only 45 minutes to an hour away.
The Cottage Grove area is known for its covered bridges, mining history, and the scenic Row River Trail bike path. Film buffs may recognize local spots from Buster Keaton’s The General, Stand By Me, and Animal House. You’ll also find nearby farms, breweries, and vineyards offering tours and tastings.
We are cannabis-friendly and ask that guests use responsibly.
Please refrain from wearing heavy perfumes, colognes or oils (Amber and Patchouli) No burning of incense in yurt.
Well-behaved, friendly pets are welcome, but they must be attended at all times, as our neighbors keep goats and chickens. Two pets also live on the property: one dog (Choco) and one cat (Cosmo).
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$30
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Jon
6 days ago
Weekend Trip to Shelter at Castle Rock Farm
Nice secluded spot. When you lay down at night you can hear the peaceful sound of the creek in the distance. The amenities are very nice and convenient. You still get the feel of a primitive campsite by sleeping in a tent, cooking with propane stoves, cleaning dishes in a wash basin, and using an outhouse. But staying with Richard you don’t have to pack, haul, set up, and tear down all that stuff. This allowed me to really enjoy being out in nature and making a fun camp meal without as much headache.
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Kristina
1 week ago
16 ft travel trailer
With pets
This camp could not be more perfect for families, people with pets, or folks looking to just disconnect and reset at the speed of the forest. Richard has really done some amazing things with his property and definitely has thought of what each camper will need. It's beautiful, everywhere you look things are just idyllic. From the healthy, happy looking deer that wander thru at all hours, to the self-confident picturesque turkeys, to the mossy paths, the gorgeous creek crossing bridges, the mystical looking fish pond, to all the structures he so skillfully built, this place is the best.
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Hannah
2 weeks ago
Tent
Great experience! Host was great and the sauna was magical. Everything as described, bonus perk of seeing the very friendly cat!!
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Will
3 weeks ago
With pets
Really enjoyed our weekend getaway here. Super easy to get to from Eugene, pretty yet secluded spot, and comes with pretty much anything you’d need to make a camp meal. Super smooth check in and check out process as well. Bonus points for being super dog friendly. Would definitely come back!
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Brittany
February 2026
With pets
Rich was a very welcoming host and went above and beyond with provisions at the site. We are seasoned campers but if you’re not, this is the pace to go with the need to bring minimal things. He provided tent, chairs, table, firewood, lanterns, water for kitchen cleaning. There were even some mugs and citronella candles. Seriously all you need to bring is appropriate bedding for sleep. There is also a ton to explore on the property. We saw a plethora of wildlife, fed some fish in the pond, and were only a 20 minute drive from some of the best hiking in the world. Definitely check this place out. We hope to be back.
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Giuliana
February 2026
Tent
With pets
We came here for a weekend and we're definitely coming back! It's an amazing property and set up really nicely for camping :) Rich is a great host!
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Brittany
December 2025
Tent
This was an amazing spot with just about all the amenities. The outdoor shower and sauna are absolutely beautiful. Alex is a great host. I will definitely return.
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Cassidy
October 2025
2 nights at Shelter at Castle Rock Farm
The tent was cozy and the campgrounds were beautifully maintained. Richard was helpful and the kitchen and tent were well stocked with small amenities like dish soap and a battery-powered vacuum.
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Brittany
October 2025
Tent
I did hammock camping and it was awesome. The camp spots they have are super sweet, with a nice parking unloading spot right next to their outdoor kitchen. There’s a wheelbarrow to help unload your things(it’s not far, but comes in handy if you’ve got more than a handful) and lots of signs to help direct you to everything. The sauna was pretty much amazing.. almost as amazing as the people there! I would recommend to anyone and look forward to returning!! . Still kinda putting it all together but he has created something wonderful. It was a peaceful retreat in nature.
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Kara
October 2025
Group trip
This was our second time at this site. Quiet, clean and surrounded by beautiful forest. 20- 30 minutes drive from Sahalie Falls and the Blue Pool hikes. Both were stunning! We recommend Richard's property if you want your own little piece of woodsy heaven.
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Ahndreah
October 2025
Weekend Trip to Shelter at Castle Rock Farm
This was such a great campsite! Very peaceful and had everything we needed. We will definitely be coming back! All the firewood you could possibly need, a clean outhouse. It felt very secluded but was close to some restaurants and Belknap hot springs. Awesome find!
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Kate
October 2025
With pets
Rich’s property is absolutely beautiful. We arrived and found everything pretty easy to find. As soon as we pulled up Rich drove down to greet us, showed us around the site, and had a chat before it started raining — which was no problem as he’s done a really great job covering the tent, sitting area, and kitchen at the big maple site.
It’s clear that the host has thought through just about every camping amenity that you might need. I was constantly finding little things around the site and kept shouting things like “he even has marshmallow toasting sticks!! Firewood is covered and organized by size just feet away from the site. That’s the kind of convenience you’ll have here.
The rain cleared up and the stars came out and we managed to start a fire and have an incredibly cozy night with our pup. There were no other campers while we were there - so it really felt like we had complete privacy and the place to ourselves. a short walk away is a second campsite next to a huge open meadow which is where we went on our morning walk and it was absolutely stunning and serene. Saw a bunch of wildlife (the whole property is a sanctuary for it) and reluctantly packed up and continued our road trip. The whole area is ridiculously beautiful so if you’re coming from far away just know the drive alone makes it worthwhile.
10/10 would camp again!
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Ashleigh
September 2025
2 nights at Shelter at Castle Rock Farm
I recently stayed at this campsite with my dog, and we both had a great experience. After a full day of exploring the area, she was completely worn out and slept soundly in the tent, lulled to sleep by the sound of rain on the roof. Luckily, we stayed perfectly dry thanks to the well-built structure covering our setup—it made all the difference.
The site was fully equipped with everything we needed, including cooking tools, which made meals super convenient. The property itself was stunning—peaceful, natural, and full of wildlife. I spotted around 10 deer during our stay and more wild turkeys than I could count. It was such a refreshing escape.
Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking to unplug, enjoy nature, and still have a few comforts of home! Dog Approved!
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Lyndsay
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Shelter at Castle Rock Farm
This campsite was amazing! I was lucky enough to get to stay at both the Big Maple site and Tall Timber the weekend I stayed. It was just me on this trip, and it was nice to have it all to myself and enjoy the hammock and firepit but it is definitely a great spot for a group of friends to stay at too. Made for a great location while I did some hikes and exploring along the McKenzie River including Koosah and Sahalie Falls. There is so much space and privacy and its in such a beautiful setting- Very relaxing. The vacuum is nice for self cleaning, makes it super quick and easy and Rich clearly takes good care of the grounds and his guests. I loved it here so much!
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Lyndsay
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Shelter at Castle Rock Farm
I had such a great stay here! I absolutely love the camping space and set up. It’s such a beautiful spot and very peaceful and quiet. The host is also very kind and helpful! You can tell how much thought and detail was put into everything for this place! I can’t wait to come back. Definitely a favorite stay of mine.
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Emily
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Shelter at Castle Rock Farm
I really enjoyed this spot. It was secluded, had lots of great little details included such as firewood starter, water with a sink, walking sticks, table to cook on, etc. We truly enjoyed relaxing at this spot and wish we had even more time! Would love to come back in the future. The spot is located close to the Cougar Rocks Hotspring! Again, I think the host did a great job on the little details that made this place a great one to stay at!
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Forest
September 2025
2 nights at Shelter at Castle Rock Farm
Very accommodating and responsive host. He also turned me on to several interesting spots to check out as well as a great place to eat. The property is impeccably well maintained and as beautiful as an oregon rainforest can be.
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Crystal
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Shelter at Castle Rock Farm
This place was so cute and perfect for our short stay! Easy to find with the directions from our host and included everything we needed! We hiked Sahalie and Koosah Falls and went to Tamolitch Blue Pool which was really close to this spot! We will definitely stay again next summer when we return to the area! There were deer and an owl above the tent that we couldn’t see but sounded like it was only feet away.
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Sylvia
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Shelter at Castle Rock Farm
Peaceful location with a wonderful, well built set up! The host was welcoming and made sure I had what I needed. This tent site felt private and was quiet even though it’s not too far off the road. I’ll be back again!
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Dyllan
September 2025
With kids
We were lucky to have nobody else camping in the surrounding spots, but the complete emersion in nature was the best part for us! The big maple spot is amazing. Totally quiet at night besides the bugs and frogs, beautiful property in the early morning. We were even lucky enough to see deer, owls, and a blackbear in the late evening. Everything we needed was provided to make our stay so easy.
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