Butler Bar campground
Butler Bar
Reservations are not accepted at Butler Bar camping area, and campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. It is recommended to arrive early, especially during peak seasons, to secure a spot. The best time of year to visit this camping area is during the summer months, from June to September, when the weather is generally pleasant and conducive to outdoor activities.
While exploring the camping area, campers can enjoy the scenic beauty of the surrounding nature. Butler Bar is situated near the beautiful Rogue River, providing opportunities for fishing and boating. Visitors can also indulge in hiking trails nearby, which offer stunning views of the surrounding landscapes. However, it is important to be cautious of wildlife, including bears and snakes, and to follow proper safety precautions, such as storing food securely and staying on designated trails. Overall, Butler Bar camping area offers a serene and natural environment for campers to enjoy a peaceful getaway in the beautiful state of Oregon.
What's on-site at Butler Bar
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Butler Bar, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bear Bar Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Butler Bar Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Sunshine Bar | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Sunshine Bar Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Sunshine Flat Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Butler Bar -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rogue River Near Agness | 2,310 cfs | → |
| South Fork Coquille River At Powers | 96 cfs | → |
| Rogue River At Hwy 101 Bridge | 3,580 cfs | → |
| West Fork Cow Creek Near Glendale | 23 cfs | → |
| Chetco River Near Brookings | 327 cfs | → |
| Cow Creek Near Riddle | 81 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Wilderness Grassy Knob
- National Wild And Scenic River Elk, Oregon
- Wilderness Copper Salmon
- Humbug Mountain State Park
- Battle Rock Wayside
- Buffington Memorial Park
Boat launches
- Edson Creek Recreation Site
- Edson Boat Ramp
- Iron Head
- California Street 1325, Port Orford
- Sixes River Store
- Foster Bar
Points of interest
- Big Tree Observation Site
- New River
- Shasta Costa Overlook
- Bear Camp Viewpoint
- Zane Grey Cabin Historic Site
Paddle runs
- Headwaters To Confluence With Johnson Creek
- Sixes River
- Confluence With Sucker Creek To Confluence With South Fork Coquille River
- Coquille River Falls (Eastern Boundary) To Coquille River Falls (Western Boundary)
- South Fork Coquille River
- Coquille River Rna Boundary (Western) To Siskiyou Nf Boundary (North Section Line Sec 6, T32s, R11w
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Butler Bar as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Butler Bar
Can I make reservations at Butler Bar?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Butler Bar?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Butler Bar.