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Laughing Alpaca Campground's riverfront campsites accommodate pet owners with tent, RV and cabin options, all offering full pet access and facilities including clean restrooms and showers. Located on Redwood Highway, this year-round campground maintains grassy areas ideal for dog walking while providing river access for pets that enjoy water. Lake Selmac County Park and Cedar Bloom also welcome pets with diverse accommodation options including tent sites, RV hookups, cabins and glamping facilities. Most campers note the riverside sites provide excellent opportunities for dogs to cool off during summer months. Pet owners must maintain control of animals at all times, with standard leash policies enforced throughout campgrounds, especially in common areas and near waterways.
Eight Dollar Mountain's Canyon Gulch offers primitive dispersed camping with pets allowed, featuring basic pit toilets but no additional facilities for pets or humans. The area provides direct river access popular with fishing enthusiasts and their dogs. Josephine Campground supplies free camping with toilet facilities, though reviews indicate occasional maintenance issues and safety concerns regarding trash accumulation. For RV travelers with pets, several campgrounds offer full hookup sites with electric, water, and sewer connections. Store Gulch Campground provides seasonal access with pet-friendly tent and RV sites featuring picnic tables and fire rings. Some campgrounds report higher traffic during summer months, creating potentially stressful environments for noise-sensitive pets. Wildlife encounters require keeping pets secure, especially during dawn and dusk hours when activity increases.
"Level with gravel drive and grass."
"We will def be back when we are around the area."
"The children running around were so happy here - it feels like a safe place to be, tucked away in a private area of Cave Junction."
"Experience the great outdoors in style with a the amenities in short distance"
from $60 - $95 / night
Check Availability"We were down in Southern Oregon for the Caves. We stayed in the Heron loop which was the smallest and most primitive, It was wonderful and we had the whole south of the lake to ourselves."
"we love coming to lake selmac to use the yurts for winter camping. theyre heated and cozy. weve probably camped here a half dozen times or so over the past couple years, including standard tent sites."
from $20 - $35 / night
Check Availability"We stayed in site 37 next to the River. You will not be disappointed here. Drive 12 miles up on Hwy 46 from Cave Junction to the Oregon Caves."
"This has to be our all time favorite camp spot in sw Oregon. Can’t beat the price…quiet…nice trails….clean bathrooms. We love getting a spot on the creek and listen to it all night long."
"It’s got great views and near the river, but homeless camps sometimes set up around here."
"Drove around a bit, found a nice flat site, there are several. Road is rough in a couple spots however I did fine in minivan for what I needed to camp. No amenities. There are rabbits hopping around."
"Some sites here are very private feeling because you park the car up top and walk down (not far at all) to the tent that sits close to the lake. Toilets but no showers."
"There are plenty of things to do from fishing, swimming, and even renting a "peddle" boat for a leg workout while taking your trip around the lake."
"There are only 3 pet friendly yurts so keep that in mind. There are playgrounds, and other places to do activities. There are also multiple quick ways to the beach."
"Just outside of Brookings,Oregon on Rt. 101, this well kept campground was a welcome two day layover during the rainy weather that’s typical of the PNW during mid-November."
from $31 - $87 / night
Check Availability"Situated on the Illinois River in Cave junction Oregon, this rare and friendly park is perfect. It has a big park area with river access and hammocks and a deck and fire pit."
"Overflow and walk to your site. One is a small back in, camper van, suV, truck. The other is a double site, good for small 10ft less RV. We have a 5x8ft CcT so we fit amazingly in the double site."
"As described, 4 drive-ins & 2 walk-ins. Stays in closer walk-in #5. Later learned some girls had used a drive-in spot just for parking 😡. One vault toilet in fair condition, trash."
from $10 / night
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TravelerGrayback Campground is a hidden gem if you’re looking to get away out of the crowds in September. The park is rustic and quiet. We stayed in site 37 next to the River. You will not be disappointed here.
Drive 12 miles up on Hwy 46 from Cave Junction to the Oregon Caves.
TravelerThis has to be our all time favorite camp spot in sw Oregon. Can’t beat the price…quiet…nice trails….clean bathrooms. We love getting a spot on the creek and listen to it all night long. Not too far from Cave Junction for supplies.
TravelerSituated on the Illinois River in Cave junction Oregon, this rare and friendly park is perfect. It has a big park area with river access and hammocks and a deck and fire pit. There are horse shoe pits, a dog park, laundry facility, showers and bathrooms, a party/ common room. Billiards and foosball room, beautiful parks nearby and very friendly people. Just wonderful!
RangerAt $10 per night, this small campground near the Oregon Caves National Monument in Cave Junction, OR is a great option for tent campers or those with small RVs. This campground is the first one you hit on your way out to the caves.
Located right a long the creek with several campsites creekside. Plenty of hiking trails available as well to keep you busy when not exploring the caves.
Campsites were on the smaller side, but did have picnic tables and fire pits with the grill grates. Toilets also on site.
Overall a nice little primitive campground for a short stay while visiting the caves.
LegendThis campground is a paid campground, 10.00 a night without National park access pass. There is only 4 spots here Two you have to park in. Overflow and walk to your site. One is a small back in, camper van, suV, truck. The other is a double site, good for small 10ft less RV. We have a 5x8ft CcT so we fit amazingly in the double site. It’s quiet and clean. So close to Grants Pass and to Cave Junction. There is also tent only campground across the river.
ScoutWe stay here often on our migration from PNW to the Desert for winter. It is a extremely well run park, with immaculate bathrooms and well groomed sites. Sites have concrete pad, fire pit and table with FHU. An easy off of Highway 5 and close to Costco and many restaurants. Small lake/pond with walking trail around and extra large Dog Park.
GuideWould I describe this place as the pinnacle of what Oregon has to offer? Probably not, but for us it was perfect since we only had 5 days to travel the whole Pacific Coast from San Diego to Seattle. This was close to the freeway, so yeah definitely noise but everyone we met was really nice. Also not to far from here is a dog park so your furry half can stretch their legs in compliance with leash laws. First place we’ve stayed in Oregon and we really love it.
GuideClean campground, our spot was near the play area, dog park and office. They have some area tucked into the redwoods. They have some farm animals! We really appreciated that they let us check in a little early!
TravelerI've never been to land more beautiful than this place - as soon as I arrived, I felt a sense of arriving home. A place to completely relax. There are 2 areas with river access, a shallow area and a deep swimming hole, with the option to float down some mild (and fun!) rapids. The children running around were so happy here - it feels like a safe place to be, tucked away in a private area of Cave Junction. During my stay, there were beautiful fresh flowers that decorated all the main areas. There are 2 shower houses, one which has an incredible view of the river. The shower water was hot and refreshing, it was so special to know the water came directly from the river. It felt so healing. The communal kitchen was perfect for prepping breakfast, lunch, and dinner - and the staff was sanitizing all the commonly touched areas. The composting toilets were a cool touch knowing that our 'waste' would soon become a gardening resource again one day. The tea house was a perfect place to catch some shade on hot sunny days. The women's gathering they host here is also so inspiring! I imagine many women pass through this place feeling grounded and nourished afterward. Highly recommend!
Camping areas near Cave Junction sit at elevations between 1,200 and 1,600 feet in Oregon's Siskiyou Mountains. Summer temperatures average 85-90°F with low humidity, while winter brings moderate rainfall and occasional frost. The Illinois River corridor provides a natural pathway through the region, creating diverse riparian camping environments within a primarily mixed conifer forest landscape.
River swimming: Try Josephine Campground for direct access to swimming spots along the Illinois River. "This is one of the first of about three campsites on the 8$ road after the bridge crossing the Illinois River. On the near side, is a picnic spot with a pit toilet," notes Bill T.
Paddling opportunities: Lake Selmac Resort rents water equipment for families wanting to explore the lake. "The owners are great. Turns out her parents owned this and she now got it from the people who bought from her parents. They have gone beyond with the tee pees fishing hate to leave," reports debbie.
Disc golf: Lake Selmac offers an 18-hole disc golf course near the camping areas. "Campsites are clean and cleared of debris. Fishing is great but not a great lake for swimming there is to many weeds in it. And there is a pretty good 18 hole disc golf course," says Jessica D.
Riverside camping sites: Several Cedar Bloom campers mention the river access as a highlight. "There are 2 areas with river access, a shallow area and a deep swimming hole, with the option to float down some mild (and fun!) rapids," writes Nenah B.
Free boat use: Town and Country RV Park provides complimentary water equipment. "Our kids enjoyed the river and used the park's kayaks and paddle boards (for free!). We will def be back when we are around the area," mentions Raf A.
Unique accommodations: Grayback Campground offers more secluded sites that appeal to those seeking quieter settings. "Nice National Forest Campgrounds. Can have camp fires within the metal fire pits (even though your between two fires happen close by). Grounds of hwy 46 that head to the Oregon Caves National Monument between mile post 11 and 12," explains Cindy U.
Site availability varies seasonally: Harris Beach State Park Campground fills quickly during summer months. "Most campsites are rather small and can barely fit 2 tents. Careful of wild blackberry bushes everywhere! Lots of children and adults were scraped up by thorns when exploring the terrain," cautions Chanel C.
Primitive camping challenges: Some areas near Eight Dollar Mountain have limited facilities. "Came here because the camp ground down the road was gated off and locked. I only saw two sites with fire rings on the side of the road and the road was busy with cars going by all hours for the night," reports Paige P.
Water quality concerns: Some campgrounds may have occasional water issues. "The waterline provided had rust coming through it and stained my R.V. shower to the point I couldn't get it all off. They said it was a new issue and they were replacing the tank," notes Jorge C.
Choose campgrounds with activities: Lake Selmac Resort provides family-oriented amenities. "We spent a weekend at Lake Selmac camping in our RV with our four kiddos. The hosts were incredibly kind and helpful. The new Owners of the Marina were wonderful as well. The campsites were all so beautiful with all the amenities one may want," recommends susanna R.
Look for playground access: Lake Selmac County Park offers family-friendly features. "Perfect for a weeknight stop when on the road, bathrooms were clean enough. Quiet on a summer weeknight. Beautiful forest," says Jennifer M.
Consider safety at primitive sites: Some families report feeling uncomfortable at certain dispersed camping areas. "The campground is pretty, small and secluded. However, when we tried to stay there (we left after 10min), it was dirty (there is no trash pickup, so people had left their trash near the toilets), and felt unsafe and weird," warns Clara B. about Josephine Campground.
Site accessibility: Some dog friendly campgrounds near Cave Junction have limitations for larger RVs. "All RV sites are FHU and level, and the road and camper pads are a dirt/gravel mix. There is also a tent area. Some sites back up to the road with loud road noise but you will hear some road noise from all sites," explains Lee D. about Town and Country RV Park.
Hookup availability: Store Gulch Campground offers limited services. "Easy road to get to this stretch of river, and lots of campgrounds along. As described, 4 drive-ins & 2 walk-ins. Stays in closer walk-in #5. Later learned some girls had used a drive-in spot just for parking. One vault toilet in fair condition, trash. No potable water," reports Greg B.
Road conditions: Access to more remote pet-friendly campgrounds requires preparation. "The road down to the campground can be fairly windy and bumpy as most of it is not paved," notes Kassidy D. about Store Gulch.
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