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Camping options around Foster, Oregon center on the Santiam River corridor and Foster Lake, with several county parks and RV resorts providing developed sites for a variety of camping styles. River Bend County Park and Foster Lake RV Resort offer full hookup sites for RVs alongside tent camping areas and cabin rentals. The nearby Sunnyside Park provides access to Foster Lake with both hookup and non-hookup sites. Edgewater RV Resort and Marina serves as another option for lakeside camping, while more remote camping can be found at Cascadia State Park, about 12 miles east of Foster along Highway 20.
Access to most campgrounds remains available year-round, though specific facilities like Cascadia State Park operate seasonally from May through September. Summer months bring higher temperatures and increased visitation, particularly at water-adjacent sites. Foster Lake and the Santiam River serve as primary recreation draws for visitors. Most developed campgrounds require reservations, especially during peak summer weekends. Many campgrounds feature showers, flush toilets, and electric hookups, though amenities vary by location. As one camper noted, "Sunnyside campground has a place to moorage your boat for a fee overnight. The campground has lots of room for large campers and smaller tenters."
The natural setting receives consistently high reviews from visitors, with water access being a significant draw. River Bend County Park provides popular swimming holes along the Santiam River, while Foster Lake offers opportunities for boating, fishing, and kayaking. Several reviewers mentioned the cleanliness of facilities as a highlight. "This is a very clean campground. It is a ways out of town which I personally prefer! Kid friendly for sure and around the campground it's got many good swimming holes," wrote one visitor about River Bend County Park. Sites at most campgrounds provide varying levels of privacy, with some parks offering more wooded settings than others. Campers often recommend reservations during summer months, as waterfront locations fill quickly, particularly at Sunnyside Park and River Bend County Park.
"Just outside of Sweet Home Oregon (by 6 miles). Nice facilities with toilets and showers, close to South Santiam river. Great place to come for the Oregon Jamboree."
"River Bend Campground is a very nice park close to home. has direct access to the south santiam river for swimming and fishing. Close to Foster reservoir for lake activities. Love this campground"
from $26 - $70 / night
Check Availability"Campgrounds are a little ways outside of Lebanon where we were able to get camping supplies at their 24 hour Walmart. Cute little town but not a big tourist destination."
"The small bit of driving you have to do to get to Waterloo is well worth it - what we have here is a spacious, friendly campground with good nearby attractions, including a moderately raging waterfall,"
from $9 / night
Check Availability"Bathrooms are located at the parking lot. The yurt village is a ways from the RV/Tent sites. Not a quick or easy walk.
Parking at the yurt village is a little walk from #2 and #3."
"For trailer camping I would recommend loop A as it is newest and has 4 drive through spots. Overall, would definitely come back."
from $23 / night
Check Availability"The sites are nice and have a great little gravel square behind the trailer spot with a picnic table and fire ring. It definitely gets crowded on nice weekends so be prepared."
"A great place to load your boat on the Foster Lake Reservoir. Lots of water sports to play on this large lake. The Sunnyside campground has a place to moorage your boat for a fee overnight."
"Near the entrance at the picnic area there is a sign warning visitors to lock their cars. This is a beautiful park, densely forested, bordered by the Santiam River."
"The campsites here are not as private as some of Oregon’s other campgrounds. That being said, it is a well maintained site that won’t disappoint!"
"If you want to camp in Oregon this is the place to go. There are several waterfalls and hiking trails. You can see wildlife and you can't beat the beauty. You can tent camp and they also have yurts."
"Probably the easiest accessibility to the most awesome waterfalls per few square miles in Oregon. Ample Parking and many different falls and trails to choose from"
from $28 - $92 / night
Check Availability"Just steps away from Foster Lake. Edgewater is super clean, tidy, and has nice RV spots. Located just outside the cute little town of Sweet Home. Close to some great hikes, including McDowell Falls."
"This is a nice, small, well maintained RV park near town. Foster Lake is just across the road and is beautiful with a decent trail along the lake."
"All areas are secluded, you can choose any place to camp at many options, no phone service but great area to fish and explore the forests, it’s a bit of a ways in but the drive is quite nice."
"Our GPS gave us good instructions to the adjacent golf course. There wasn’t any signage until we got to the golf course."
"Mallard Creek Golf and RV Resort is located about 3 miles from Waterloo (or 8 miles from Lebanon, Oregon and 11 miles from Sweet Home, Oregon)."
Scoutnice scenery, beautiful lake just wished they took a little better care of the campground. Showers don’t work, pit toilet smelled to hi heaven, and some of the porta-potties are full and have flies.
ScoutIt is a great tv spot, spaced out from your neighbors. Unfortunately it is next to a river trail full of homeless people. Now I don’t judge but there is a lot of screaming yelling and fighting with this crowd. Not a safe feeling
GuideWe ended up here as a last-minute stay due to the wild fires. They were very accommodating.
Reasonable price, a lot of long-term residents, quiet and everyone keeps to themselves, restrooms and showers are clean. Propane refill, dump station, large fenced in dog run.
Coin laundry - no change machine tho..
TravelerWell maintained grounds and restrooms. Beautiful area with a lot of tree coverage for shade all day. Lake was very low during our stay did not get to experience much beyond the view. Fire season so there weren’t campfires permitted either. IMO fires should be allowed even in dry season in this modality of camping certainly this structured. Mandatory 5 gallon on hand anyway. But in any case the site manager was exceptionally nice and considerate they did a wonderful job keeping the amenities clean
GuideEnd of a short road off the BLM road past the Weyerhauser gravel pit. This is State of Oregon land and is nearby Stout Creek Falls. Room for a shorty skoolie at most but it would be tight, two vans would be comfortable as there is a separate location about 150 feet up the road from the end. There are multiple fire pits. T-Mobile reception was excellent with 4 bars. A small town with a gas station and market about 4 miles away.
ScoutIt is a good spot. Not very big and river access is somewhat of a climb.
GuideCross independence bridge and turn right then right again towards the bridge. Wide spot on the right but if you go past/under the bridge there is a remote farm entrance shaped like a triangle. I've parked here multiple times with no issues. 4 bars of T-Mobile.
TravelerThis is a very remote and quiet location. We stayed with a 25ft trailer with no issues, I would not recommend anything much bigger. Lots of locations for tens as well. No cell service and the tree coverage prevents use of solar other than a few spots.
GuideThe campground itself was great. The trail to soda creek falls is in the campground. Bathrooms that look straight out of the Backrooms but the showers aren’t bad. Further down the camp, there’s a row of portapotties instead of flush toilets. Didn’t use. Nice site we had but the neighbors were horrendous. Loud all night. Screaming at each other the next morning at 7am. $28 for a tent site.
Foster camping options extend beyond the Santiam River corridor, with sites spread throughout the surrounding hills and forest areas. Most campgrounds sit at elevations between 500-1,500 feet, creating distinct seasonal conditions across the area. Winter brings frequent rainfall with daytime temperatures averaging 45-55°F, while summer offers warm days with moderate humidity.
Hiking to waterfalls: Cascadia State Park features hiking trails leading to Soda Creek Falls. "The trail up to the falls is a short .75 miles but don't think it's necessarily an easy one. It's a rocky, narrow trail that requires solid soles and has a good elevation gain through old growth forest," notes Heather B., who recommends sturdy footwear for the sometimes slippery terrain.
River recreation: River Bend County Park offers prime access to the South Santiam River. "Great location with lots of amenities. One of our favorites for the summer with trail for hiking and access to the river," shares Diana C. The park includes multiple swimming spots along the river corridor.
Disc golf: Waterloo County Park provides an 18-hole disc golf course among its recreational options. "Waterloo is pretty open and has some bike trails and some parks and a pretty great disc golf course! The water is really cold but perfect for a day outside or a picnic with the kids!" reports Ally T., highlighting the multi-use nature of the park.
Spacious sites: Many campers appreciate the roominess at Sunnyside Park. "Very open sites (not much privacy) but spacious. We stayed in the non-reservable C Loop. Beautiful shade trees in almost all sites," writes Andrea P., who notes the park also features "off leash dog park, playground, sand volleyball, and horseshoes."
Quiet settings: Whitcomb Creek County Park receives praise for its peaceful environment. "Nice and quiet campground, lots of spaces and not over crowded," reports Shirley, though she mentions the tent sites are somewhat small compared to the paved trailer spots.
Natural water features: Cascadia State Park Campground draws visitors with its river access. "Some friends and I reserved the group camp and we had easy access to the river and an entire massive meadow all to ourselves. We spent most of our time walking the trail and finding spots to swim and tube down the river," shares Amber D., highlighting the recreation possibilities.
Reservation timing: Summer weekends fill quickly at most parks, especially water-adjacent sites. For Sunnyside Park, Andrea P. advises: "I arrived at 7:30 am to get in line for a spot. If you get one you pay but occupancy not required. Often people pay for additional days (Tue, Wed, Thur and don't stay) to have a site for the weekend."
Site differences: Silver Falls State Park Campground offers varied camping experiences. "Site spacing is good with lots of privacy between camps. Bathrooms and showers are super nice and clean. Roads and campsites are paved and level," reports Richard H., noting the well-maintained facilities.
Pet restrictions: Dogs aren't allowed on all trails at some parks. At Silver Falls, Krystle K. mentions, "The campgrounds are nice. The hike is amazing and beautiful though most of the trails are closed to dogs."
Frequently Asked Questions
What campgrounds are available at Foster Lake in Oregon?
Foster Lake in Oregon offers several excellent camping options. Sunnyside Park is a popular choice directly on Foster Lake with clean, well-organized sites featuring picnic tables and fire rings. It provides boat moorage, fishing ponds, and lake access for water activities. Another option is Edgewater RV Resort and Marina, located just steps from Foster Lake with clean, tidy RV spots. Foster Lake RV Resort is also available for those seeking RV accommodations with boat access. These campgrounds are conveniently located near Sweet Home, providing easy access to local amenities while enjoying the beautiful lake environment.
Do I need reservations for camping at Foster Lake?
Reservations are highly recommended for camping at Foster Lake, especially during peak season and weekends. At River Bend County Park, most sites require reservations, though a limited number (about 9) are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Whitcomb Creek County Park near Foster Lake also offers reservable sites. Campers note that Sunnyside Park gets crowded on nice weekends, making advance booking essential. For the best camping experience and to secure your preferred site, especially during summer months or holiday weekends, making reservations well in advance is strongly advised.
Is camping available at Foster Reservoir?
Yes, camping is available at Foster Reservoir (Foster Lake). River Bend County Park offers excellent camping facilities just outside Sweet Home with access to both the South Santiam River and nearby Foster Reservoir for lake activities. The park features toilets, showers, and is popular during events like the Oregon Jamboree. Foster Lake RV Resort provides another option with direct reservoir access, boat-in sites, and full hookups for RVs. Both locations allow you to enjoy Foster Reservoir's recreational opportunities while having comfortable camping accommodations nearby.
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