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Argo Bar

Argo Bar, near Merlin, Oregon, offers a camping experience along the Rogue River with flat, open terrain. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 90°F in summer. Campers can explore the nearby Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest and the Hellgate Canyon, both offering outdoor activities and scenic views.

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Location

Argo Bar is located in Oregon

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Coordinates

42.62552677 N
123.59740036 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

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Site Types

  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets

For Vehicles

  • Big Rig Friendly

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.


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2 Reviews

Reviewed Oct. 5, 2022

Good and Free

I'll add another review since we did go back there this summer and stay there for a night. But I'd check on the effects of the Rum Fire if you're planning to go to this area. Not sure what the river area looks like now. :(

We couldn't really find a flat place to park, and so ended up parking just along the bathroom, which was rhe flattest spot here. It was a nice and peaceful stay, quiet, watching boaters and rafting companies coming and going all day. Nobody else was there at night.

The area is beautiful but there's not much to do unless you have a boat or a car. No nearby hikes within walking distance.

Still zero cell service. 14 day stay limit. Garbage bins and recycling and bathrooms on site. Free!

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  • Review photo of Argo Bar by Laura M., October 5, 2022
  • Review photo of Argo Bar by Laura M., October 5, 2022
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Reviewed Sep. 4, 2021

Wide Open, Right On the River, and Free

We checked this spot out and ended up moving on to keep looking, but would come back here if ever in the area.  

This is a recreation site / boat ramp, and it's wide open for camping as well.  When you pull in, you first see a large area that looks like a parking lot.  It wasn't until we left the spot and looked back on it from the higher road that we saw that the camp area extended a bit past the bathrooms into more camp friendly spots, with some shade and greenery.

No cell service in this whole area.

There is a pit toilet, and trash and recycling bins.  No fires at this time!

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  • Review photo of Argo Bar by Laura M., September 4, 2021
  • Review photo of Argo Bar by Laura M., September 4, 2021
  • Review photo of Argo Bar by Laura M., September 4, 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the elevation of Argo Bar?

    Argo Bar is located at 642 feet.