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Best Campgrounds near Lowell, OR

874 Reviews

The Willamette National Forest surrounding Lowell, Oregon provides multiple campground options along the Fall Creek Reservoir and nearby waterways. Cascara Campground offers tent and RV sites with swimming access, while Fisherman's Point serves larger groups with more extensive facilities. Dolly Varden Campground provides a more remote experience with nearby hiking trails and waterfalls. The mix of public forest service campgrounds and private RV parks like Dexter Shores accommodates various camping styles, from basic tent sites to full-hookup options for recreational vehicles.

Many campgrounds in the area operate seasonally, typically from May through September, with limited winter access. A recent review noted, "Beautiful about 30 min away from groceries and stores. Came in late to this campground. No reservation needed." Road conditions vary by site, with some campgrounds accessible via paved roads while others require travel on gravel forest service roads. Visitors should prepare for limited cell service throughout the region. Several campgrounds, including Cascara, feature swimming areas and docks when reservoir water levels are sufficient, though reviews indicate water levels can fluctuate seasonally, impacting recreation opportunities.

Waterfront camping ranks highly among visitors to the Lowell area, with several reviewers specifically mentioning swimming holes and water access. One camper shared, "Nice campground and great swimming, but there is no drinking water and very little parking." Fall Creek sites remain particularly popular for cooling off during summer months, though campgrounds can fill quickly on weekends. Tent campers have noted that while sites may lack privacy, the natural setting compensates with scenic views. The area's relative proximity to Eugene (approximately 20-30 miles) makes it convenient for weekend trips while still providing a forest retreat atmosphere. Train and highway noise affects some campgrounds near transportation corridors, so location selection matters for those seeking quiet surroundings.

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Best Camping Sites Near Lowell, Oregon (249)

    1. Black Canyon Campground - Willamette NF

    16 Reviews
    Westfir, OR
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 226-3564

    $25 - $115 / night

    "The site we’ve always stayed at is huge, way far from any other sites, and has a neat little trail between the parking spot and camping spot."

    "We needed a spot to stay for the night and after driving to a few others that were (reserve online only) closed we rolled the dice and headed towards this one."

    2. Armitage Park & Campground - a Lane County Park

    32 Reviews
    East Springfield, OR
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 682-2000

    $20 - $39 / night

    "Easy to find from I-5 and very close to Costco. Quiet location away from the road noise and has nice walking path along the McKenzie River."

    "The campsites were nicely situated so you weren’t right on top of each other and the park was great. There is an off leash dog park and access to the river."

    3. Cascara Campground — Fall Creek State Recreation Area

    7 Reviews
    Lowell, OR
    7 miles
    Website

    "Nice that Cascara is close to so much to explore.  Found a place to dip into the water, to shoot, and exploring the forest roads was a fun afternoon in general."

    "About 30 min away from groceries and stores. Came in late to this campround. No reservation needed. Lucky they had a couple of tent sites open. We ended up staying an extra day."

    4. Dexter Shores RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Dexter, OR
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (541) 937-3711

    "I had an easy stopover here on the way to Eastern Oregon. I didn’t want to use my tanks, so I used their restrooms. They were warm, clean, and well-lit."

    5. Deerwood RV Park

    10 Reviews
    East Springfield, OR
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 988-1139

    "We were lucky enough to rent a space at Deerwood for two months while we escaped the heat of Arizona and visiting our kids in Oregon."

    "One star off for highway noise. Looks like many longer term campers here - flower pots, table cloths, decorations, mostly 5th wheelers."

    6. Baker Bay Campgrounds & Marina - a Lane County Park

    10 Reviews
    El Dorado Lake, KS
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 682-2000

    $20 - $75 / night

    "We got a lakeside camp site which made it a simple walk down to the lake where we could swim and fish. The camp ground had a pretty big bathroom and separate shower room."

    "We chose this location for a few reasons.

    • We could see the lake from our site.
    • We could leave our kayaks on the shore and just hop right in and paddle if we wanted.
    • Our dog loves to swim, so having"

    7. Casey's Riverside RV resort

    13 Reviews
    Westfir, OR
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 782-1906

    $48 - $54 / night

    "Perfect location and great amenities. Right next to river. Has showers, restrooms, pool, quite, WiFi, and even $1 self serve ice cream."

    "We were able to maneuver our 5th wheel to position it around a large shade tree so we could get our slide and awning out plus have the utilities more centered on our rig."

    8. COE Dorena Reservoir Schwarz Campground

    9 Reviews
    Cottage Grove, OR
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 942-1418

    $24 - $150 / night

    "One of the standout features of this campground was its ideal location. Situated in a breathtaking natural setting, it provided easy access to various outdoor activities, including cliff jumping."

    "Schwarz campground is located just past Cottage grove, right on the Row river. I hadn't realized, until I took a nice little walk, it's located just below Dorena reservoir."

    9. Dolly Varden Campground

    2 Reviews
    Lowell, OR
    9 miles
    Website

    $18 / night

    "Trails to walk and see the waterfalls. Very easy to moderate trails that have been pretty kept up by forestry workers and the community."

    10. Fisherman’s Point Group Campground — Fall Creek State Recreation Area

    2 Reviews
    Fall Creek Lake, OR
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 937-1173

    $164 / night

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874 Reviews of 249 Lowell Campgrounds

  • C
    Sep. 27, 2025

    Doolittle Butte

    Great stars

    Nice big lot. Beautiful views of stars on a clear night. Very remote. Climb an easy dirt road back a few miles. A few deep potholes but nothing too technical.

  • Marasha L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 25, 2025

    BLM Kentucky Falls Road

    Lovely Siuslaws but Slightly Sketchy

    Birdsongs and gorgeous sunrise in the morning! Didn’t feel completely content solo due to some of the characters I drove by on the way up, but all good. Spot definitely had trash and such around, very sad—remember to pack out what you pack in. However, had a great night of sleep with lovely hiking and natural views all around.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 21, 2025

    Princess Creek Campground

    Many Lakeside sites

    This is a decently well maintained campground, the road in and through is severely potholed and I wouldn’t recommend a big rig, but I did see one guy park at least 35’ class A.

    Vault toilets, no water or electricity. Sites are not all level, some are not RV friendly, but most are. Host is doing a fab job keeping the grounds clean and tidy.

    Many sites back right up to the lake. Many back up to the road others is a bit of traffic noise.

  • Sarah S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 13, 2025

    Salt Creek Backwoods

    Salt Creek backwoods

    This spot was actually an accidental find but worked out great because we were not able to turn around on the tight road we found ourselves on. It opened up tremendously and gave us great grounds to camp on for a few nights. Close enough to a river that requires hiking if you’re up for that kind of adventure. There was little to no traffic noise from the hwy and no other campers around for days. Clear starts for start gazing at night.

  • Sarah S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 13, 2025

    Salt Creek Backwoods

    Just Forest

    We actually pulled in this part of the forest wanting to park at the “hideaway” spot but someone was already posted up there. That would have been a really cute place to camp BUT we drove farther. I really don’t recommend this spot for bigger rigs but we were able to get ours back here (40 ft total) Kind of no turn around options and driving forward was all our only choice at that point…to be honest the drive made me nervous. It was a tight dirt road but once we found a spot it was cleared pretty good. Had plenty of room and someone was back here not too long ago…they had a little campfire setup with log stumps. Probably wouldn’t come back unless I had to but we did stay tucked away back here for a few days.

  • Sarah S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 11, 2025

    Black Canyon Campground - Willamette NF

    Pleasant Stay

    We needed a spot to stay for the night and after driving to a few others that were (reserve online only) closed we rolled the dice and headed towards this one. It was late and dark but we pulled in in hopes that they had some openings. THEY DID!! We didn’t do much driving around before pulling into a spot but I with we had. We pulled into #4, one of the first available and I DONT recommend any of the first few slots because they sit right next to the highway and that was annoying but our own fault. If I had to redo I’d stay in the 20’s or 30’s because they are closer in where it’s much quieter and those spots back up to a river…super cute! The restrooms were very clean and I’m a bit of a snob when it comes to public restrooms…it was good. All in all the park is very maintained, clean and the staff is great!! Would definitely stay again!

  • marcus K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Albany-Corvallis KOA

    Nice campground - beware of rd noise

    Great campground with nicely spaced and well maintained sites. Clean restrooms, laundry and pool on site. There is a small playground too. Close to Corvalis but you do get a lot of road noise. Would come back if passing through the area.

  • Crystal J.
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Doolittle Butte

    A Billion Stars On Clear Nights

    Beautiful stop for dispersed camping someone built benches road is not too rough for most cars but it feels very much like your in the middle of no where but only really about 5 miles off shoestring rd on blm rd lot's of space for big group with multiple cars

  • Aaron The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 3, 2025

    Hult Pond

    Nice pond

    Nice pond to camp near, several campsites to choose from and trails to explore

Guide to Lowell

Camping near Lowell, Oregon, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family-friendly adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do

  • Fishing and Swimming: Many campgrounds are near lakes and rivers. For example, at Baker Bay Campgrounds & Marina, you can enjoy swimming and fishing right from your campsite. One camper mentioned, "The view was wonderful... we could swim and fish."
  • Hiking: Explore the trails around Cascadia State Park Campground. A visitor shared, "We spent most of our time walking the trail and finding spots to swim and tube down the river."
  • Boating: If you love being on the water, check out Sunnyside Park for easy access to Foster Lake. One reviewer noted, "Foster Reservoir is beautiful. Lots of paddle boarding and kayaking areas safe from boats."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. At River Bend County Park, a visitor said, "Showers and bathroom were very clean and water was hot."
  • Privacy: Many sites offer a good amount of space between them. A camper at Black Canyon Campground mentioned, "Every site is gorgeous, lots of forest in between so you have privacy."
  • Friendly Staff: Campground hosts often receive praise for their helpfulness. One reviewer at Richardson Park & Campground said, "Staff/volunteers were extremely friendly."

What you should know

  • Reservation Fees: Some campgrounds charge a reservation fee. A camper at Armitage Park & Campground noted, "We balked at the $10 online reservation fee."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. For instance, Blue Pool has no running water, so campers need to bring their own. A visitor mentioned, "There is no running water as the campground water system has been permanently dismantled."
  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy due to nearby highways or train tracks. A camper at Casey's Riverside RV Resort said, "You can hear the river really well... if you don't like the sound of a raging river, you would want to get a site further down."

Tips for camping with families

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and water access. At Sunnyside Park, one reviewer noted, "The off-leash dog park is amazing with lots of shade and water for drinking or cooling off."
  • Space for Games: Choose sites with open areas for games. A camper at Baker Bay Campgrounds & Marina mentioned, "There is a large play structure, horseshoes, and a sand volleyball pit."
  • Plan for Crowds: Some campgrounds can get busy on weekends. A visitor at Cascadia State Park Campground advised, "All spots filled up by Friday."

Tips from RVers

  • Check Hookups: Make sure the campground has the right hookups for your RV. A camper at Deerwood RV Park said, "Beautiful campsites and friendly staff... almost worth it."
  • Be Mindful of Noise: If you're sensitive to noise, choose your site carefully. A reviewer at Casey's Riverside RV Resort noted, "There was a significant increase in train traffic from the tracks across the river."
  • Wi-Fi Availability: Some campgrounds may not have reliable Wi-Fi. A camper at Deerwood RV Park mentioned, "I have a Wi-Fi signal but no internet."

Camping near Lowell, Oregon, has something for everyone, whether you're looking for a quiet getaway or a fun family adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the campgrounds near Lowell, Oregon?

Lowell, Oregon offers several nearby camping options. Armitage Park & Campground is located near I-5 with nicely spaced sites featuring trees for privacy and shade, plus walking paths along the McKenzie River. For those seeking a more secluded experience, Black Canyon Campground in the Willamette National Forest offers spacious tent sites with river access. Other options include Dolly Varden Campground directly near Lowell and Fisherman's Point Group Campground in the Fall Creek State Recreation Area. The region provides access to various outdoor recreation opportunities within the Willamette National Forest.

Are there any free camping sites near Lowell?

Yes, there are affordable and free camping options near Lowell. Lund Park Forest Camp is a budget-friendly option located on Brice Creek Road past Dorena Lake, costing only $8 per night with walk-up availability. While it offers minimal amenities (just pit toilets), it's ideal for those seeking solitude. For true free camping, Quartzville Recreation Corridor offers dispersed camping opportunities along the roadside. The area features beautiful mountain landscapes and a large lake, though facilities are limited and the road can be narrow and winding.

Can you camp at Lake Lowell and what amenities are available?

There appears to be some confusion regarding Lake Lowell in Oregon. The reviews don't reference a Lake Lowell campground directly near Lowell, Oregon. However, nearby lake camping options include North Waldo Lake, which offers peaceful tent sites directly on the water with lake access and hiking trails. Another option is Edgewater RV Resort and Marina at Foster Lake near Sweet Home, featuring clean facilities and well-maintained RV spots. For specifics about camping at water bodies near Lowell, checking with the Willamette National Forest Service is recommended as regulations may change seasonally.

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