Whittaker Creek Recreation Site campground
Whittaker Creek Recreation Site
The campground has several amenities, including 17 campsites, picnic tables, fire pits, vault toilets, and potable water. It is a great place for RVs and tents and is pet-friendly. The Whittaker Creek Recreation Site Campground is open year-round and is free to use on a first-come, first-served basis.
Interesting facts about the area include the presence of endangered species such as the northern spotted owl and the Oregon silverspot butterfly. The Siuslaw watershed is also home to several salmon species that spawn in the Whittaker Creek.
The best time to visit the Whittaker Creek Recreation Site Campground is from May to September, with average temperatures ranging from 50°F to 70°F. However, the area is beautiful throughout the year, with fall foliage and winter snow adding to its charm.
Sources:
- https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/siuslaw/recarea/?recid=42655
- https://www.outdoorproject.com/united-states/oregon/whittaker-creek-recreation-site
- https://oregonstateparks.org/index.cfm?do=parkPage.dsp_parkPage&parkId=155
What's on-site at Whittaker Creek Recreation Site
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 Whittaker Creek Recreation Site, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whittaker Creek Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Whittaker Creek | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Clay Creek Recreation Site | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Clay Creek | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Archie Knowles | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Whittaker Creek Recreation Site -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Siuslaw River Near Mapleton | 345 cfs | → |
| Long Tom River Near Noti | 42 cfs | → |
| East Fork Lobster Creek Near Alsea | 3 cfs | → |
| Long Tom River Near Alvadore | 53 cfs | → |
| Umpqua River Near Elkton | 1,730 cfs | → |
| Alsea River Near Tidewater | 262 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Whittaker Creek Recreation Site -- 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 | → |
| Cottage Grove 2e | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Corvallis Municipal Airport | 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
- Fern Park
- Bolton Hill Sports Complex
- Ralph Johnson Park
- Territorial Park
- Veneta City Park
- Alderwood State Wayside
Boat launches
- Whittaker Creek
- Whittaker Creek Campground
- Ford Access
- Richardson's Pole Slide
- Konnie Fishing Access
- Mapleton Transient Float
Points of interest
- Whittaker Creek Campground Watchable Wildlife
- Siuslaw River Viewpoint
- Siuslaw Vista Day Use
- Holman Vista Day Use
- South Jetty Watchable Wildlife Site
- South Jetty Dog Ponds
Paddle runs
- Siuslaw River Seg C
- Wildcat Creek Launch Site To Clay Creek Campground
- Eastern Siuslaw Nf Boundary To Confluence With Jump Creek
- Confluence Of Lake Creek To Launch Site At Wildcat Creek
- Nelson Creek
- Confluence With Jump Creek To East Section Line Of Sec 36, T19s, R10w
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 Whittaker Creek Recreation Site as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Whittaker Creek Recreation Site
Can I make reservations at Whittaker Creek Recreation Site?
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 Whittaker Creek Recreation Site?
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 Whittaker Creek Recreation Site.