Glamping near Williams, Oregon offers direct access to the Rogue River, natural hot springs, and year-round accommodations. The area sits at approximately 1,600 feet elevation between the Siskiyou Mountains and Rogue Valley, with temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 90°F in summer. Campgrounds typically fill during summer weekends while spring and fall provide quieter conditions with moderate temperatures.
What to do
Disc golf course access: Lake Selmac County Park features an 18-hole disc golf course adjacent to camping areas. "The local jet tours will often come by so keep an eye out for them," notes a visitor to Griffin Park about river recreation options.
Boating and fishing: The Rogue River offers multiple access points for water recreation. According to one camper at Lake Selmac County Park, "Fishing is great but not a great lake for swimming there is too many weeds in it. And there is a pretty good 18 hole disc golf course."
Hot springs soaking: Natural mineral waters offer year-round relaxation opportunities. A visitor to Jackson Wellsprings shared, "Developed hot pool for day use, with a discount if you are staying there overnight. Sauna and steam room available. An amazing peaceful place to be just outside of Ashland."
What campers like
Proximity to towns: Many campgrounds offer convenient access to nearby communities. A camper at Valley of the Rogue State Park noted, "Right off I-5 and close to town of Rogue River if you need food or supplies."
Shower facilities: Clean washrooms rank high on campers' priority lists. One visitor to Griffin Park reported, "Showers are super nice and clean, good pressure and hot. Campground is clean and well maintained."
River views: Many sites feature water proximity. A camper at Smoke on the Water mentioned, "They were nice and clean and just a minute walk from the lake. There are a lot of turkeys nearby so you might be woken up by them in the morning."
What you should know
Campground noise levels: Highway proximity affects some locations. According to a visitor at Valley of the Rogue State Park, "The park is near a highway, so if you're the camper who wants to sit outside your camper and read a good book to the sounds of nature, this might not be great."
Water quality issues: Some locations have mineral content in water systems. One camper at Jackson Wellsprings noted, "The drinking water and shower water smell like sulfur which is a bit nauseating."
Site spacing: Privacy varies significantly between campgrounds. A reviewer at Medford-Gold Hill KOA shared, "Sites are small and we were in a tent. Closed both bathrooms at the same time every day, why not close one and then the other? Clean bathrooms though, nice pool."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several campgrounds offer dedicated recreation areas. A visitor to Schroeder Park observed, "There is a boat ramp, dog park, and kid park adjacent to camping area."
Swimming spots: Safe water access points are available at select locations. One camper at Cedar Bloom reported, "Great for kids with a river on site nearby. One part of the river is designated as a nudist-friendly beach but is well-marked."
Educational programs: Some parks offer structured activities. A camper at Valley of the Rogue State Park mentioned, "The park has a lot of nice features, including the river and hiking trails, it also has a kids program, campfire nights and the camp hosts are very helpful."
Tips from RVers
Parking surface quality: Site levelness varies between parks. According to a camper at Whitehorse County Park, "Sites are so unlevel that I don't think our leveling blocks would have made a dent."
Hookup limitations: Power capacity differs between locations. A visitor at Whitehorse County Park noted, "It's $35 for a 'FHU' site, but there is only 20amp power available."
Pull-through accessibility: Site configurations affect larger vehicles. One RVer at Medford-Gold Hill KOA reported, "Pull thru sites are short my 35 footer and car just fit. Multiple sites car were sticking in to the road making it a little close pulling out in the morning."
