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Siskiyou National Forest Chinquapin Group Campground

Siskiyou National Forest Chinquapin Group Campground is located in a forested area with a mix of trees and rugged terrain. The weather in this region typically sees highs around 85°F in summer and lows near 30°F in winter. Nearby attractions include the Oregon Caves National Monument and Preserve, offering cave tours and hiking trails.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest

Overview

The Chinquapin Group Campground is located at the former site of the Camp Oregon Caves Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camp. During the Great Depression from 1933- 1941 the Camp Oregon Caves Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camp was home to over 200 men who worked on projects in the Siskiyou National Forest and the Oregon Caves National Monument. Today, the only structure currently remaining at the site is the historic Grayback Ranger Station, constructed by CCC crews around 1936 and located immediately adjacent to the Chinquapin Group Campground. The large Port- Orford cedar tree located near the back of the parking area was dedicated in 2011 as the 56th Oregon State Heritage Tree and is a living reminder of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) and Camp Oregon Caves CCC camp. The large meadow at the Chinquapin Group Campground makes a great location for group events such as reunions, church camps, school field trips and scouting events. Water, picnic tables and fire rings are readily available at three locations in the campground and a restroom is located at the back of the parking area. Within a short walking distance there are swimming areas in Grayback Creek and creek side trails with meadows, marshes, spring wildflowers, wildlife and berry picking. No electricity is available at the Chinquapin Group Campground. Visitors can continue 10 miles east on Hwy 46 and visit Oregon Caves National Monument for a tour of one of the few marble caves in the world.

Recreation

The Grayback Interpretive #1204 follows Grayback Creek adjacent to Chinquapin Group Campground and is open to hikers who occasionally may use the toilet in the campground.

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Location

Siskiyou National Forest Chinquapin Group Campground is located in Oregon

Detail location of campground

Directions

From the Redwood Hwy (Hwy 199) in Cave Junction, turn east on Hwy 46 towards Oregon Caves National Monument. Continue on Hwy 46 for approximately 10.5 miles and just a quarter mile past the Grayback Campground on the left is Cedar Guard Station. Chinquapin Group Campground is located behind Cedar Guard Station and is accessed through the gate immediately to the right (east) of Cedar Guard Station.

Address

CHINQUAPIN GROUP CAMPGROUND 26568 REDWOOD HWY
Cave junction, OR 97523

Coordinates

42.14033 N
123.456603 W

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  • Fires

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Reviewed Jun. 3, 2019

Really nice for a private group experience.

My family camped here and had a great time. We took 16 people, and only took up a small section of the place. There are lots of small holes(could be snake, gofer...who knows didn't see anything). There are a couple nice trails surrounding the place and a nice watering hole across the street. There were a lot of mosquito's and the standing cooking fire pits(2) are small. The ground cooking one is surrounded by grass, so come prepared. There is a good pit for a campfire though. We love this place, kids loved it because of the huge field and the parking lot (locked gate aloud them unlimited fun). Dogs loved having free reign. I recommend this place for any family gathering or just if you want some privacy.

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Reviewed Jul. 27, 2018

Group campground near the caves

Primitive Group campground located just minutes from the Oregon Caves National Monument.

You must call a head and reserve as gates are locked.

The road to this campground is winding and very narrow, RV trailers not advised.

Campground has vault toilets, picnic table, and fire pits/bbq stand. Well water on site. Swimming and hiking nearby.

Quiet place to stay for family get together and trip to the caves.

Month of VisitJuly

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