Best Tent Camping near Wolf Creek, OR

Tent camping options near Wolf Creek, Oregon include primitive sites spread across the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest. Tin Can campground offers remote tent sites along a year-round creek, while Bear Camp Viewpoint provides tent camping with scenic forest views. Several BLM-managed tent sites are located near Merlin, including Big Slide Riffle, Doe Creek, and Wildcat Camp, providing options for those seeking more rustic experiences.

Most tent sites in this region have minimal amenities, requiring campers to pack in all supplies including water. Vault toilets are available at Big Pine Campground and Tucker Flat, but many other sites have no toilet facilities. Surface conditions vary from compacted dirt to forest floor with minimal site development. A camper noted that Boundary Campground is "a small drive out of Wallowa and a gorgeous spot with well maintained facilities." Many sites allow fires, though seasonal restrictions apply during summer months when fire danger is high. Access to some sites requires high-clearance vehicles or short hikes from parking areas.

The Wolf Creek area tent campgrounds offer excellent opportunities for solitude, especially at remote sites. Sixmile Campground provides a tranquil experience where, according to one reviewer, "we slept right by a creek and that was the only beautiful sound we could hear. No planes, no cars, no other people." Many tent sites provide direct access to hiking trails and fishing opportunities, with Bear Creek Trail being particularly accessible from Boundary Campground. Sites near water features like Rock Creek or Mule Creek offer refreshing swimming opportunities during summer months. Fall and spring camping provides cooler temperatures and fewer crowds, making these seasons ideal for tent campers seeking peaceful forest experiences.

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Tent Camping Reviews near Wolf Creek, OR

509 Reviews of 75 Wolf Creek Campgrounds


  • Greg B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 2, 2023

    Store Gulch Campground

    Small, beautiful river access…

    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. Beautiful stretch of river with swimming hole & great rocks to jump from. Beautiful sand beach. Definitely NOT big-rig friendly. Posted ‘no alcohol’, but don’t know why.

  • Diana T.
    Nov. 25, 2024

    Sunshine Bar Campground

    Beautiful and FREE!!!

    Awesome little campground in the thick of the forest that backs up to the Elk River. The drive there is a narrow, winding road along the Elk River, lush green ferns and trees, and over a dozen small waterfalls. The small campground is free to campers and managed by the United States Forest Service. Each campsite has a picnic table and a fire ring. There are vault toilets. The campsites are accessible by vehicle, making it perfect for truck camping or tent camping. There is no cell phone reception or nearby services.

  • DuBois The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 6, 2025

    Wolf Creek Park

    Nice established spot but pricy

    Nice flat sites would be good for small rigs, you can put your tent behind or next to the rv spot/table because the tent stakes aren’t gonna go in on the main part of the pad where everyone has been putting their campers (found out the hard way, lots of rocks and roots lol). Picnic table, fire ring, pit toilet with tissue. No running water. Was $25 a night for a tent spot in July which is pretty high for this area considering no water. Close to freeway but was quiet.

  • A
    Sep. 24, 2025

    Ochoco NF-Ochoco West - Prineville Area

    Great Place

    This is a great place.  The cabin is vintage and takes you back in time.  It was clean and comfortable.  The out house was very clean.  There is no water so you need to bring your own.  The Fridge and stove worked really well, we did have issues trying to get the lights to work.  But we had lanterns so it was not a problem.  We were visited by some cattle that were grazing near by.  Bring your own cleaning supplies and bedding.  The beds are full size with trundles under neath, there are two of them.  There is a small table with chairs in the kitchen.  There  is a picnic table and fire ring outside as well.

  • Anton Y.
    Nov. 6, 2020

    Lobster Creek Campground

    Easy, convenient, peaceful

    Wile road tripping to oregon from Los Angeles, we stopped here for the night. Relatively affordable, very clean, and not busy (at least while we were there). You can walk down to the river to fish, where there were also RVs camping on the beach. Tent camping is limited to very few sites but it looked like there was plenty of rv space. We set up for the night at the tent sites where we had a nice dinner with a beautiful night sky above us. The river is a good fishing spot, according to some local fisherman we met in the morning following our stay. There were bathrooms but they were locked. We had good service though. The site we chose wasn't particularly hidden or private, so anyone driving in or out of the road to the river, whether that's someone launching a boat or a ranger checking fishing licenses, they will have a full view of your entire site, something to consider if you require privacy.

  • Johnny G.
    Aug. 17, 2020

    Bolan Lake Campground

    Good place to camp by the lake.

    Tent camped at Bolan Lake on Saturday, not a lot of people here which was nice. Sites have fire pit and tables, clean space to pitch tents or use rooftop tent. No WiFi or cell reception. This weekend was hot, close to 110 and being at lake was perfect. If you want peace and quiet, water access and blooming flowers with trees, this is a good spot.

    It’s a pretty long dirt road to get to the campground, make sure you have good tires that can handed rocks/dirt terrain.

  • Raak V.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 4, 2021

    Wolf Creek - TEMPORARILY CLOSED

    Nice but Rustic

    Let me start by saying that Wolf Creek has vault toilets, which accounts for my low rating. I appreciate vault toilets - especially if they’re well-maintained, as those at Wolf Creek are - but as a tent camper, I appreciate sinks and showers far more. That said, my husband and I really like this under-used little campground. It’s well-kept. It’s only about a mile from an I-5 exit, but freeway noise is barely noticeable and the local road is barely used. As tent (truck) campers, we appreciate the fact that 20 of the campground’s 34 sites, including most of the choice sites along the seasonal creek, are designated for tent use. During our first stay there, when we arrived late on a rainy night, we really appreciated the covered picnic shelter where we cooked our dinner. And finally, we appreciate that this little gem is (according to the camp host) rarely fully booked, and therefore mostly available even without a reservation. It’s a lovely, we-forested little campground, and we’ll be back.

    (There are spigots with running water throughout the campground.)

  • Kelli B.
    Jul. 27, 2018

    Siskiyou National Forest Chinquapin Group Campground

    Group campground near the caves

    Primitive Group campground located just minutes from the Oregon Caves National Monument.

    You must call a head and reserve as gates are locked.

    The road to this campground is winding and very narrow, RV trailers not advised.

    Campground has vault toilets, picnic table, and fire pits/bbq stand. Well water on site. Swimming and hiking nearby.

    Quiet place to stay for family get together and trip to the caves.

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 7, 2021

    Charles V. Stanton County Park & Campground

    Easy Access from Freeway = Freeway Noise

    Right off of Interstate 5 near the Seven Feathers Casino is this nice little campground, but you have to put up with some road noise. It is a good place to stay for a night while traveling through.

    There are full hook up sites ($29/night) and dry camping sites ($19/night). We were only 1 of 3 campers here. Reservations are accepted though not necessary. The website states no first come first served but we just came and got a spot and the host came by and there was no problem.  The info board at the campground said that walk up sites are available for that night only if the spot isn't reserved.

    There are free hot showers, bathroom, water spigots and fountains throughout, garbage (no recycling), and playground. It is well shaded and sites are paved and include picnic tables and fire pits. There is no wifi or firewood for sale.  Sites are paved and pretty level.

    Good cell service from ATT, Verizon and TMobile.


Guide to Wolf Creek

Tent camping near Wolf Creek, Oregon provides access to several remote forest sites across the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest. This region spans elevations from 2,000 to 4,000 feet with forested terrain dominated by Douglas fir and ponderosa pine. Winter camping opportunities exist at lower elevations, while summer temperatures typically range from 45-90°F with significant cooling at night.

What to do

Wildlife viewing opportunities: Tin Can campground serves as a strategic base for spotting regional wildlife. According to one camper, "We like to camp here especially in the snow!" when describing Tin Can as a remote area with beautiful hiking trails throughout.

Stargazing conditions: The elevation provides exceptional night sky viewing at certain locations. One visitor to Onion Mountain Lookout noted, "You are at 4000 feet and you can see the milky way clearly," though they also mentioned campsites cost around $40.

Water recreation: Several campsites offer creek and river access for cooling off during warmer months. At Tucker Flat, a camper reported, "The campsites are up a steep hill from there lovely Mule Creek - a great place for wading and swimming in the crisp cool waters."

What campers like

Remote locations: Many tent sites near Wolf Creek provide genuine wilderness solitude with minimal crowds. A reviewer described their experience at Tucker Flat as "A two hour plus drive on rough, curvy road from Galice" with "Six official campsites, but room for plenty more."

Night sounds: Natural soundscapes rank highly with tent campers in this region. At Bear Camp Viewpoint, simplicity is appreciated with one camper simply stating "Loved it" when describing the forest setting.

Extended stays: Some sites offer comfortable conditions for longer camping trips. Big Pine Campground draws repeat visitors, with one stating, "Been going here for years. Great family friendly fun and lots to do."

What you should know

Road conditions: Access to many Wolf Creek area campgrounds requires navigating challenging forest roads. A Tucker Flat visitor specifically noted, "A two hour plus drive on rough, curvy road from Galice," indicating substantial travel time on difficult terrain.

Plant hazards: Several tent sites have natural hazards requiring caution. As one camper warned about Tucker Flat, "Watch out for poison oak" when describing the area around the creek.

Campground locations: Some listings may have inaccurate information. A visitor to Big Pine Campground explicitly cautioned, "The photos listed here are NOT ACCURATE this is not big pine campground in southern Oregon."

Tips for camping with families

Site selection: For families with children, prioritize campgrounds with cleaner facilities. A Big Pine Campground user shared their long-term experience stating it offers "Great family friendly fun and lots to do."

Seasonal planning: Consider scheduling family trips during shoulder seasons to avoid extreme heat and crowds. At Tucker Flat, a reviewer noted it "gets packed in October during hunting season" suggesting planning around peak usage periods.

Water safety: When camping with children near creeks or rivers, bring appropriate safety gear. The Tucker Flat review mentioned campsites situated "up a steep hill from there lovely Mule Creek," indicating supervision needs for water access.

Tips from RVers

Size limitations: Most tent sites near Wolf Creek can accommodate small trailers or campervans, but are unsuitable for larger RVs. None of the campgrounds are marked as big-rig friendly in their features list.

Hookup availability: RVers should prepare for dry camping as no electricity or sewer connections exist at these locations. Most sites have no drinking water available either, requiring complete self-sufficiency.

Road access considerations: Forest roads to many campgrounds may pose challenges for towed vehicles. The lengthy drive described for Tucker Flat on "rough, curvy road" indicates careful planning for RVers with anything beyond small trailers.

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