Upper Lake Creek campground
Upper Lake Creek
The campsite includes amenities such as picnic tables, fire pits, and vault toilets. It also provides potable water, but there are no shower facilities.
The campground operates on a first-come, first-serve basis and has 11 campsites available for tents and RVs. It’s important to note that the campsite is only open during the summer months from May to September.
An interesting fact about the area is that the lake is stocked with rainbow trout, making it a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts. The best time to visit the Upper Lake Creek Camping Area is during the summer months when temperatures are warm and pleasant, averaging between 60-80°F.
In conclusion, the Upper Lake Creek Camping Area in Oregon offers stunning views of the surrounding nature, easy access to nearby attractions, and basic amenities for a comfortable camping experience. With only 11 campsites available, it’s recommended to arrive early during peak season to secure a spot.
What's on-site at Upper Lake Creek
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 Upper Lake Creek, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hult Pond - Dispersed | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Upper Lake Creek Dispersed Camping | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Alsea Falls Recreation Site | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Alsea Falls | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Salmonberry County Park Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Upper Lake Creek -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| East Fork Lobster Creek Near Alsea | 3 cfs | → |
| Long Tom River At Monroe | 85 cfs | → |
| Long Tom River Near Alvadore | 52 cfs | → |
| Long Tom River Near Noti | 42 cfs | → |
| Willamette River At Harrisburg | 5,730 cfs | → |
| Alsea River Near Tidewater | 272 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Upper Lake Creek -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eugene-Mahlon Sweet Field | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Corvallis Municipal Airport | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Cottage Grove 2e | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Foster Dam | 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
- Alderwood State Wayside
- Clemens Park
- Richardson Park
- Washburne State Wayside
- William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge
- Oak Meadows Park
Boat launches
- Hult Reservoir
- Salmonberry Park
- Mill Creek Park
- Campbell Park
- Missouri Bend
- Fern Ridge Shores Rv Park
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 Upper Lake Creek as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Upper Lake Creek
Can I make reservations at Upper Lake Creek?
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 Upper Lake Creek?
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 Upper Lake Creek.