Tacoma Main (R27.80r - Forest Service) campground
Tacoma Main (R27.80r - Forest Service)
One of the main points of interest in the area is the Rogue River Trail, a 40-mile trail that follows the river through the scenic wilderness. Visitors can also enjoy fishing and swimming in the river, as well as hiking and wildlife viewing in the surrounding forest.
The campground amenities include vault toilets and fire rings, but no potable water is available, so visitors should bring their own. The campground is also first-come, first-served, with 10 primitive campsites available.
Interesting facts about the area include that it was once a popular spot for gold mining, and remnants of old mining operations can still be seen in the surrounding hills.
The best time of year to visit the Tacoma Main R27 80R Forest Service Campsite is in the summer months, when temperatures are warm, averaging around 80 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and dropping to the 50s at night. Visitors should be prepared for occasional rain showers, as the area receives an average of 2-3 inches of rainfall in July and August.
What's on-site at Tacoma Main (R27.80r - Forest Service)
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 Tacoma Main (R27.80r - Forest Service), with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Tacoma (R27.9r - Forest Service) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Upper Tacoma (R27.70r - Forest Service) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Rogue River Dispersed Campsites | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lower Tate Creek (R27.60r - Forest Service) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Tacoma Boulders (R27.95r - Forest Service) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tacoma Main (R27.80r - Forest Service) -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rogue River Near Agness | 2,500 cfs | → |
| South Fork Coquille River At Powers | 123 cfs | → |
| West Fork Cow Creek Near Glendale | 32 cfs | → |
| Rogue River At Hwy 101 Bridge | 3,580 cfs | → |
| Cow Creek Near Riddle | 101 cfs | → |
| Illinois River Near Kerby | 229 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Tacoma Main (R27.80r - Forest Service) -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc King Mountain | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| King Mountain | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Canyonville 2s | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
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 Wild Rogue
- Wilderness Copper Salmon
- National Wild And Scenic River Elk, Oregon
- National Wild And Scenic River Rogue, Oregon
- Wilderness Grassy Knob
- National Wild And Scenic River Illinois, Oregon
Boat launches
Points of interest
- Shasta Costa Overlook
- Bear Camp Viewpoint
- Zane Grey Cabin Historic Site
- Big Tree Observation Site
- Whisky Creek Cabin Historic Site
- Whiskey Creek Overlook
Paddle runs
- Coquille River Falls (Eastern Boundary) To Coquille River Falls (Western Boundary)
- Confluence With Sucker Creek To Confluence With South Fork Coquille River
- Headwaters To Confluence With Johnson Creek
- Landslide (Se1/4 Of Sec 33, T35s, R10w) To Confluence With West Indigo Creek
- Coquille River Rna Boundary (Western) To Siskiyou Nf Boundary (North Section Line Sec 6, T32s, R11w
- Confluence With Chief Creek To Confluence With Breezy Creek
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 Tacoma Main (R27.80r - Forest Service) as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tacoma Main (R27.80r - Forest Service)
Can I make reservations at Tacoma Main (R27.80r - Forest Service)?
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 Tacoma Main (R27.80r - Forest Service)?
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 Tacoma Main (R27.80r - Forest Service).