Best Cabin Camping near Blue River, OR
Blue River's cabin accommodations range from rustic retreats to fully equipped lodging options within established campgrounds. Belknap Hot Springs Lodge and Gardens offers riverside cabins with access to natural hot springs pools. Olallie Campground features basic cabins nestled among lava flows along the McKenzie River. Most cabins include electricity and basic furnishings, though amenities vary significantly by location. "The rooms are terribly dirty and dusty. The smell in the room is terrible, there is no internet and the TV also did not work," noted one visitor about lodge accommodations. Coldwater Cove Campground provides cabins with picnic tables and access to drinking water, while lacking electrical hookups.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Indian Ridge Lookout offers a more remote cabin experience with picnic tables but minimal amenities. Clear Lake Resort provides cabin accommodations with showers and toilets while maintaining a rustic feel without electrical hookups. Most cabins require reservations, particularly during summer months when demand peaks. Pet policies vary by location—Belknap Hot Springs and Coldwater Cove allow pets, while Indian Ridge Lookout prohibits them. A recent review mentioned that "we have been coming here for years and it never gets old," referring to cabins at Belknap Hot Springs.
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities range from nonexistent to basic, with some locations offering only outdoor fire pits for cooking. Several campgrounds, including Belknap Hot Springs and Clear Lake Resort, maintain on-site markets for essential supplies. Firewood is available for purchase at multiple locations including Belknap Hot Springs, Olallie Campground, and Coldwater Cove. Cell service is limited throughout the region, with one visitor noting it was "so freeing and easy to be present" without phone signal. Visitors should bring drinking water to some locations, as water quality can be inconsistent.
