Willamette National Forest

Mmm, hazelnut, and no, we’re not talking about the coffee creamer. Spacious and scented, the Sand Prairie Campground is heavily wooded with hemlock, cedar, dogwood, Douglas fir and hazelnut perfect for taking in not only the sights and sounds, but the smells of basecamp! If the tree variety doesn’t leave you in awe, the 27-mile Middle Fork Trail l Read more...

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...

North Waldo Campground is the most popular campground on Waldo Lake. With a drier climate than many nearby campgrounds, fewer mosquitos are found here in the summer. The campground is a common starting point for the many gorgeous hiking trails and other nearby lakes in the area. Enjoy water activities including boating, swimming, and fishing. 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. Read more...

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. Read more...

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...

Fish for Brook in the alpine air at Blair Lake Campground; or go the herbivore route and eat all of the wild huckleberries that grow in the late summer and early fall. At $8 a night this tent-only, lakeside campground has three car-accessible and five walk-in sites, vaulted toilets and drinking water. Check website for closures. Read more...

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...

Packard Creek Campground is huge and nearly fully accessible. Perfect for large gatherings, Packard Creek hosts 36-sites–about half sit directly on the water–boat docks, restrooms and an amphitheater. Family reunion anybody? Check website for closures. Read more...

You can find Shadow Bay Campground on a bay at the southern end of Waldo Lake, surrounded by a towering forest of conifers. This spot is quieter than other campgrounds on the lake, but is also populated by more mosquitos in warmer months. Enjoy sailing, fishing, canoeing, and swimming in the lake, and many nearby hiking trails! The campground 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. Read more...

Today’s menu: angler’s delight. Far removed from the main road and set next to a picturesque babbling brook, the Frissell Crossing Campground is a quiet place to set up camp. Tote your hook and rod down to the river for some fishing and practice some self-reflection amidst this unbelievably beautiful area. Check website for closures. Read more...

Islet Campground is located near the sandy beaches of northern Waldo Lake. The wind blows consistently in afternoons, offering relief from the hot summer sun. Several stunning hiking trails and wilderness areas are nearby; you can opt for a short walk along the lake or a longer hike on the Pacific Crest Trail. You’ll also have access to a nearby h Read more...

Recently shaped by fire and restored in 2005 (reconstruction of amenities and habitat revival), Bedrock Campground is the place to BE during summer weekends when visitors seek shelter from the high urban temps. Also during the summer months you’re likely to catch a glimpse of an impressive fireweed bloom that sets the hills ablaze with Mother Natu Read more...

Bunker down for a night or two at Broken Bowl Campground before heading down the 13. 7 mile Fall Creek National Recreation Trail to enjoy mature forest shade and natural bath in the Fall Creek. Picnic tables, toilets and drinking water available onsite make for an easy going stay. Check website for closures. Read more...

Black Canyon Campground is going up pretty much every weekend of the summer so arrive early to stake your spot. Luckily, your chances aren’t too shabby as this isn’t just another 5 site respite, here you’ll find 72 tent, auto, and trailer sites. That’s what’s up. Stationed alongside the Middle Fork of the Williamette River, you can bet this is the Read more...

Skookum Creek Campground is a popular starting point for backcountry hiking, fishing, and horseback riding. Nine tent sites with water and fire rings are located on the creek, a short walk from the parking lot and restrooms. No reservations necessary! Make sure to check the official site weather alerts or closures. Read more...

Don’t move too fast at the Kiahanie Campground or risk distrupting the perfect quietness of this fly-fishing nirvana. It is rarely crowded and has access to all of our favorite camping activities: hiking, swimming, picnicking and naturally, fly-fishing. Check website for closures. Read more...

McKenzie Bridge Campground is kind of a big deal. You have picnic tables, toilets, drinking water, nearby boatin’, river and stream fishin’. Sounds like a choice spot to us! Wanna guarantee your place? Of the 20 available sites, 8 can be booked in advance, so reserve now or forever hold your peace, love, and camping. Check website for closu Read more...

Surrounded by water and connected through trails, the Delta Campground is huge! With a total of 38 sites, an amphitheatre and Delta Day use area, this pristine camping area has a lil’ sumthin’ for everyone. And did we mention it’s location in a grove of centuries old Douglas fir trees? if If you never want to leave this enchanted forest, we get it Read more...

It’s at the end of the road, folks. The Puma Campground sits literally at the end of the road and at the intersection of two creeks–pack the polka dot bikini. The small 11-site, family-friendly campground has toilets, picnic tables and drinking water. Check website for closures. Read more...

Big Pool Campground is a small, shady, and splashy five site camp that offers wet ‘n’ wild water access and sustains heavy traffic during summer weekends! Sites are open with little shrubbery to space one campsite from the next, so this may not be the most welcome place to waltz around in your birthday suit. Like all the cool places, it’s first-co Read more...