Top Free Dispersed Camping near Springfield, OR

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Best Dispersed Sites Near Springfield, OR (9)


Recent Dispersed Reviews In Springfield

31 Reviews of 9 Springfield Campgrounds


  • Camper-submitted photo from Hult Pond
    July 17, 2024

    Hult Pond

    Nice (except solar/starlink)

    Pretty busy spot - even early on a weekday. I found a pretty pulloff area, but quickly realized it's no good if you rely on cell service, solar and/or starlink due to the tree coverage. Ended up staying for one night. I would recommend if you're looking for somewhere to come and disconnect from the world. Just not over holidays or weekends.

    GPS: 44.248357, -123.495729

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hult Pond
    June 6, 2024

    Hult Pond

    Beautiful but no cell service for miles

    We have a 38 foot rv. We got stuck in a ditch. Rv almost tipped over trying to u turn… if you go down the main lower path you will find a area big enough to u turn! Dont do it until then! Other wise a wonderful time. So many many many bugs though at the area we stayed ar

  • Camper-submitted photo from Quartzville Recreation Corridor
    March 30, 2024

    Quartzville Recreation Corridor

    Pull out dispersed

    A lot of the trash has been cleaned up, we only saw a little bit in a couple of spots. Some spots have 2 or 3 fire rings per pull out and would be good for a small group. Fishing is OK year round in the river at these spots.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hult Pond
    March 18, 2024

    Hult Pond

    Good spot!

    About an 1 hour from Corvallis but worth it if you can go at a good time! No service but great from a seclusion! So remember all games and firewood you need!!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hult Pond
    September 17, 2023

    Hult Pond

    Secluded Pond Great for a Quick stay

    Great spot for a quick stay. There are only a few flat spots for RVs but quite a few decent spots for tent camping next to the pond. The west side of the pond has at least 2 spots that are a good distance away from the others. At the moment, no fires or barbecues allowed but propane stoves and lanterns are fine. Look for Bandits blue squeaky disk! We lost it and never found it.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hult Pond
    July 17, 2023

    Hult Pond

    Nice Place

    Decent spots with Fire Pits off the lake. Bathrooms not too far of a drive/walk if needed. Lots of people earlier in the day. All the good ones were taken, later around 6pm a perfect one opened up and we jumped on it.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Blue River Reservoir Roadside Camping
    June 26, 2023

    Blue River Reservoir Roadside Camping

    Scenic drive along the McKenzie river when coming from Hwy 5

    Mosquitos are a bit much at dusk so ensure to bring spray. Dispersed camping outside improved areas are the best bet on weekends as this site seems to be very popular. Once outside improved areas, seclusion is easy to obtain. Water access is limited once off the paved road due to steep rocky drops. 

    Overall, this site is beautiful! The water is crystal clear and is ideal for swimming, fishing, kayaking as well as boating.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Saddle Camp
    December 23, 2022

    Saddle Camp

    Solitude

    It's best if you have four wheel drive or all wheel drive. Wouldn't recommend going in the winter months or rainy season. It is a very fun drive though taxing and it is slow going. But was out there it is complete quiet and solitude. And make sure you stock up on anything you need cuz there's nothing there

  • Camper-submitted photo from Blue River Reservoir Roadside Camping
    September 30, 2022

    Blue River Reservoir Roadside Camping

    A little sketchy

    We went looking for the other campgrounds on this road that we’re closed so we were disappointed. We didn’t leave our van due to rain but we had a nice little pullover. No fires allowed due to recent fires on the area

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hult Pond
    September 23, 2022

    Hult Pond

    Beautiful Campsites along Pond

    Campsite: was lovely

    Location: about 20 feet from the road where we parked, right along the pond. 

    Things people may want to be aware of: there were a few logging trucks and such using the road by the campsite, the bathrooms were not super close to the site, and campfires are not permitted.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hult Pond
    September 20, 2022

    Hult Pond

    Great quite area

    I love heading out that way. I have seen reviews of the place talking about tweaker the place but I have not had any encounters with anyone like that. And I love that it is dispersed camping all around there. I travel a little bit up the creek past the pond. Beautiful area a good fishing.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hult Pond
    September 19, 2022

    Hult Pond

    Not bad

    We got there a little after noon and the hood spots were taken that are on the lake. However I drove further up and camped at H5. It was a lot more private, and we had the creek to ourselves.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hult Pond
    July 3, 2022

    Hult Pond

    Great private lakefront sites

    The sites are sling the right side of the of the road, the road that leads along the left (west side) of the lake. There are several sites, we stayed in H2, which is painted on the road. It's a short 30 feet walk to the site from the parking spot. We had a lakefront site which was private and spacious. There was easy access to the lake, which us full of jumping fish. We had a great time, people were friendly and it was relatively quiet. We are glad to have made the trip to "Horton Lake". Definitely recommended.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Blue River Reservoir Roadside Camping
    June 20, 2022

    Blue River Reservoir Roadside Camping

    Peaceful camping

    Sites were secluded and quiet. I found a site nearby the creek so that I could hear the stream all night. It was so peaceful! There are a couple forks in the road but I kept right through the first two until I made it to a gravel road with pull-outs. Nice areas for tent or car camping. Only one other group out there

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hult Pond
    September 27, 2021

    Hult Pond

    Great spot with lots of dispersed camping

    I read some of the reviews when deciding to go there or not. I am so glad that I decided to go ahead and go instead of listening to the reviews. I had no issues with Tweakers wasn't harassed by anybody or anything like that. All the people we ran into very nice very courteous and we ended up camping just up the creek a little bit and it just the first sight. The area is beautiful lots of privacy and the fishing was pretty decent caught three largemouth bass.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Blue River Reservoir Roadside Camping
    June 23, 2021

    Blue River Reservoir Roadside Camping

    Favorite Spot

    The only downside to this spot is that it's hard to get there before someone else. It's very popular, & for a reason. It's right by the water, fire pit, has a vault toilet down the road, & its great swimming. Weekends are a bit busier, but during the week not terribly so. Bugs are typical, but that doesn't bother us so much. Make sure to bring spray and you'll be fine. Closest Market we found me was in Vida, about 18 miles away off of 126 going West. Brought kids to this spot & they had a blast catching salamanders & scorpions (small non-lethal kind) Also, if you're going to camp here, make sure to pack up and take your trash out. People before us left dirty diapers in the fire pit. There's a dumpster next to the vault toilet. Please use it. Overall, wonderful place!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Blue River Reservoir Roadside Camping
    June 20, 2021

    Blue River Reservoir Roadside Camping

    Magic River, Magic Forest

    The coordinates take you to right by the reservoir with one or two spots but if you keep going down the road into the National Forest/Recreation area, (not in towards the reservoir— that road is rough,) there are plenty of spots off the road to camp at. We found a spot to put our tent (right off the road) but still a safe distance away from it and was able to watch and hear this clear blue river while we fell asleep.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hult Pond
    May 28, 2021

    Hult Pond

    Quiet

    It was a nice Abe quiet place to chill for a few days. Will go back.

    No hook ups, but you can access the river.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hult Pond
    April 29, 2021

    Hult Pond

    The wrong sort of nostalgia

    Our weekend at Hult Pond was unforgettable. I know because I have tried.

    Disbursed camp sights sprawl along this man made log pond and nightmarish horror movie set along a footpath seamingly designed to dump its evening travelers into the muck that is Hult Pond. Jagged old logs poke out of the stagnant water as a reminder that someone used to get paid to spend the day here.

     If this doesn’t sound like the most picturesque of settings I would direct you to the strange log loading equipment rusting just on the forbidden side of a gated barbed wire fence. Upon closer inspection you see what must be tetanus’s way of luring barefoot boys and girls into a summer of drooling lockjaw.

    The access road is a still functioning rock quarry road that hosts a never ending parade of old rattling dump trucks and loaders. Nothing says ,”getting away from the hustle and bustle”  quite like a convoy barrelling down a narrow road spilling basketball sized boulders before returning bouncing back up  empty and clearly attempting to meet a quota.

    The whole thing gave me an uneasy sense of nostalgia. Reminding me of the days we would gather by the dozens with red solo cups full of Hams. We would drink ourselves into a vomiting delirium in a parking lot off some old logging road. We would wake up with profanities drawn on our faces as punishment for succumbing to alcohol poisoning sooner than at least one of our classmates. 

    In fact I believe that’s exactly what the 58 kids in the campsite right next to ours we’re doing each night of our trip.

    The girls  learned all sorts of colorful language and I believed, based on the way my ten year old son  was drooling that the tetanus had succeeded. I was not relieved to discover on our final morning, him wreaking of cheap beer and cigarettes and moaning how horrible he felt while proffering his undying love to a high school girl named Tiffany. 

    Not recommended.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Quartzville Recreation Corridor
    November 18, 2020

    Quartzville Recreation Corridor

    This is one of my favorite places

    I have camped here numerous times over the years. I love the dispersed camping. The sites are open, so good for solar, but do get windy.

    I have camped at the quarry a few times with my friends that have a camp trailer. I have also camped in the pull outs.

    My friends have found chanterelles in the woods, and fishing (last time I was there) has been great. It is great for fly fishing and for plunk and wait fishing.

    It is dispersed so only a few areas have bathrooms, and not being a regular campground some neighbors can get rather rowdy. But, overall it is a definite favorite.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hult Pond
    July 20, 2020

    Hult Pond

    Mediocre at best

    The views around the pond are very nice. Campsites are okay; some better than others. There's one bathroom facility but it's towards the entrance and the beginning of sites at the pond so be prepared with a shovel and TP. There are so many logging roads at this camp ground/mountain with dispersed camping available anywhere with flat ground you just might not be close to the pond. I went on a Friday and there were alot of people but the sites were spread out nicely you didn't really get bothered by anyone. My site was the last one by the water before it turns marshy though you could pass my site and drive for miles on logging roads. Fishing from shore is not advised; at least from my camp site. There's a large tree that runs out into the water which looks like a great place to fish but as you walk to the end of the log you'll see fishing lines all over. I lost 3 lures at that log and I think many others had too. Even watched one guy from camp try and fish there but he too got some snagged though he went in after them. A paddle boat or kayak is best; no motorized boats allowed. There's not a whole lot to do at this place. No trails that I could find so my dog and I walked on logging roads for a couple miles. This trip was spur of the moment and just wanted to get away for a night. I don't think I would come back. But some of the pictures and views were highlights of the trip.. there is a convenient store right before the entrance of the grounds though I never went but I'm sure you could get some essentials if forgotten.



Guide to Springfield

Camping near Springfield, 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, like River Bend County Park, are right by the water. One visitor mentioned, "We spent most of our days at the river swimming, floating in tubes, skipping rocks and looking for crawdads." This makes it a great spot for water lovers.
  • Hiking: Trails are abundant in the area. A reviewer at Black Canyon Campground said, "We drove about 5 minutes down the road to the Hardesty Trailhead and did some awesome hikes during the day before coming back to the campground to cool off by the river."
  • Family activities: Campgrounds like Waterloo County Park offer playgrounds and sports facilities. One camper noted, "Lots of activities including hiking, geocaching, fishing, swimming, and children’s playground."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Richardson Park & Campground said, "Showers and bathroom were very clean and water was hot."
  • Friendly staff: Many reviews highlight the helpfulness of campground hosts. A reviewer at Armitage Park & Campground mentioned, "Park staff and host friendly and helpful."
  • Privacy between sites: Campers enjoy having space between their sites. One guest at Black Canyon Campground shared, "Every site is gorgeous, lots of forest in between so you have privacy."

What you should know:

  • Reservation fees: Some campgrounds charge a reservation fee. A camper at Armitage Park & Campground expressed frustration about the $10 online reservation fee, saying, "We wanted to stay here... but balked at the $10 online reservation fee."
  • Limited cell service: Be prepared for spotty cell coverage in many areas. A visitor at Cascadia State Park Campground noted, "Weak Verizon- text only, no data or voice."
  • Seasonal closures: Some campgrounds have specific open seasons. For example, Richardson Park & Campground is open from April 15 to October 15.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose quieter times: If you want a peaceful experience, consider going during the week. A camper at Waterloo County Park mentioned, "During the week is better just because of younger groups who like loud music."
  • Bring games and activities: Since some campgrounds can get busy, having games on hand can keep kids entertained. A visitor at Albany-Corvallis KOA said, "The park also has things for the kids to do like a basketball court, a pool, walking trails."
  • Pack extra snacks: Campgrounds may not have markets nearby. A reviewer at Casey's Riverside RV Resort noted, "The store was great and has some very cute camp decor and souvenirs as well as all sorts of standard camping supplies."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Albany-Corvallis KOA mentioned, "We had to unhitch and park at an angle to fit."
  • Look for full hookups: Many RVers prefer sites with full hookups for convenience. A visitor at Casey's Riverside RV Resort said, "We lucked out and got a riverside site with full hookups."
  • Be aware of train noise: Some campgrounds are near train tracks. A reviewer at Casey's Riverside RV Resort noted, "We especially liked the trains that occasionally tooted and roared down the opposite side on the river canyon."

Camping around Springfield, Oregon, has something for everyone, whether you're in a tent or an RV. Enjoy the great outdoors!

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