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Indigo Springs — Willamette National Forest

Indigo Springs in the Willamette National Forest features forested terrain with a mix of coniferous trees and natural springs. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 80°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Salt Creek Falls and the McCredie Hot Springs, offering opportunities for exploration and relaxation.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Willamette National Forest

Overview

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) with cash or by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

Recreation

Hikers and mountain bikers can take advantage of the nearby Middle Fork National Recreation Trail, as well as the Indigo Springs Loop and Chuckly Springs Trail. The Diamond Peak wilderness is also located nearby with several hikes into undeveloped areas on the forest. Fishing in the Middle Fork is another great option, if you follow local regulations.

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Hikers and mountain bikers can take advantage of the nearby Middle Fork National Recreation Trail, as well as the Indigo Springs Loop and Chuckly Springs Trail. The Diamond Peak wilderness is also located nearby with several hikes into undeveloped areas on the forest. Fishing in the Middle Fork is another great option, if you follow local regulations.

Natural Features

This small campground is located right alongside the beautiful Indigo Springs. Nearby old growth forests, as well as scenic views of Chuckle Springs, the Middle Fork River, and the Diamond Peak Wilderness make this a wonderful place to get into nature.

Nearby Attractions

Diamond Peak Wilderness, Indigo Springs, Chuckle Springs, Middle Fork River, Timpanogas Lake

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Location

Indigo Springs — Willamette National Forest is located in Oregon

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Directions

Exit I-5 heading east on Highway 58 towards Oakridge, OR. On the east side of Oakridge, just past mile marker 37, take a right onto Kitson Springs Road. In approximately half a mile, take a right onto Forest Service Road 21. Follow the 21 Road to mile post 29 and the entrance to the campground will be on the left.

Coordinates

43.497778 N
122.263333 W

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Reviewed Jul. 22, 2020

Small but lovely

There are only three spots in this cozy little campground, but I ended up being the first and only one here on a Tuesday in July. There are little trails to explore, but I took advantage of the empty campground and took a nap in my hammock in one of the day use areas on the other side of the creek.

There is one vault toilet, no hookups, no water, and it would be a massive struggle to turn around a trailer or RV. No cell service. None of the sites border the creek, and none of them are particularly private, but they were all clean, and the creek is loud and pretty.

  • Review photo of Indigo Springs — Willamette National Forest by Nichole Z., July 22, 2020
Reviewed Sep. 1, 2016

Very small camp site with limited RV sites.

3 Campsites , fire ring and tables but NO hookups , small areas, RV up to maybe 15 feet in ONE spot. NO drinkable water on site. One vault toilet. on side of a hill so terrace camping. Running creek by but steep banks and no swimming holes. VERY quiet and out in the Woods. No camp host. Road is dirt and no paved camp sites for RV.

Campsite is along the Middle Fork trail and has some great hiking, biking, walking and fishing along the middle fork of the Willamette River. Fishing is mainly Rainbow and Brook Trout. Please check OR fishing regs as these change from year to year depending on fish count up river. There are some nice swimming areas but also know the water is so cold! it is coming off snow packs out of the sisters. Warning – NO Cell phone service for any carriers. No updates for wild fire danger. Please check notification boards at local larger campsites in the area daily for warnings. Cell services does not start until around Packard campground somewhere around 15 miles away back towards Oakridge.

Warning – Cougar and bear sightings, lockup food, watch your kids at all times.

Open all year but September to March Weather advisor ! can have heavy snow during winter.

  • Review photo of Indigo Springs — Willamette National Forest by Carie L., September 1, 2016
  • Review photo of Indigo Springs — Willamette National Forest by Carie L., September 1, 2016
  • Review photo of Indigo Springs — Willamette National Forest by Carie L., September 1, 2016
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