Summary
No reservations or permits are required, and there are no fees to camp. There is no drinking water or RV hookups, and access is best for tent campers or small RVs. Set in a peaceful, forested setting near the South Umpqua River, it offers a secluded, rustic camping experience. Nearby attractions include hiking, wildlife viewing, and the South Umpqua Falls. Best time to visit is late spring through early fall for mild weather and full access, as snow can linger into early summer.
Nearby Campgrounds
Josephine Campground
Josephine Creek Camp
Josephine Creek Campground
Little Falls Campground
Sixmile Camp
Sixmile Campground
Weather Forecast
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.
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Nearby Snowpack Depths
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Confluence With Lightening Gulch To Confluence With Josephine Creek
Middle Of Sec 15, T39S, R4E To Confluence With Canyon Creek
Headwaters To Middle Of Sec 15, T39S, R4E
Miami Bar to Oak Flat
Cheney Creek
Middle Of Sec 15, T40S, R4E To Siskyou Nf Boundary (East Section Line Of Sec 13, T40S, R4E)
Illinois River Forks State Park
Rough and Ready State Natural Site
Rough and Ready Creek Botanical Wayside