Summary
Reservations are required via Recreation.gov; fees apply. Amenities include picnic tables, fire rings with grills, vault toilets, and potable water, but no RV hookups (small RVs can access). The quiet, shaded campground is ideal for retreats and gatherings, with nearby hiking trails like the Kentucky Falls Trail and access to the Smith River for fishing or kayaking. Best visited May–October for mild weather and full facility access, it offers a peaceful, rustic experience surrounded by towering spruce and Douglas fir trees.
Nearby Campgrounds
Fox Creek Group Campground
Humbug Campground
Cleator Bend Group Campground
Breitenbush Campground
Santiam Flats Campground
Hoover Group Campground
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Camping Essential Practices
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.
Related Links
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Elk Lake Campgound
River Runs
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Mt. Jefferson Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With Breitenbush River
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Highway 22 To Confluence With Rainbow Creek
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Confluence With North Fork Breitenbush River To Detroit Reservoir
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Opal Lake To Confluence With Battle Axe Creek
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Russel Lake To Mt. Jefferson Wilderness Boundary
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Breitenbush Lake To Confluence With North Fork Breitenbush River
Wilderness Opal Creek
Detroit Lake State Recreation Area
Detroit Lake- Mongold Wayside
Santiam State Forest
Wilderness Clackamas