Established Camping
Breitenbush Campground
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This facility is now managed by Linn County Parks and Recreation.
This facility is now managed by Linn County Parks and Recreation.
About
National Forest
Willamette National Forest
Overview
Breitenbush Campground is nestled along the banks of its namesake river in the forests of western Oregon. The peaceful flow of the river can be heard throughout the campground, providing a peaceful getaway for campers.__ The campground lies in the Willamette National Forest, which stretches for 110 miles along the western slopes of the Cascade Range. The varied landscape of high mountains, narrow canyons, cascading streams and wooded slopes offer varied recreational opportunities for visitors. The Breitenbush River is a tributary of the North Santiam River, and its clean waters flow from snow melt in the Mount Jefferson Wilderness. A variety of plants and foliage separate the spacious campsites and provide privacy from other sites.__ Located nearly 10 miles east of Detroit, Oregon, at an elevation of 2,100 feet.__ Visitors can reach the site from Detroit by traveling north on state highway OR-22 before turning right (northeast) onto Breitenbush Road.__ After approximately 9.5 miles the turnoff for the campground will be on the right (south) side of the road.____ There are 29 campsites, for which 23 are reservable, that can accommodate vehicles and trailers up to 24__ feet in length.__ Each site has a picnic table and firepit.__ There are four vault toilets.__ Drinking__ water is available to visitors from multiple spigots throughout the campground.__ Trash receptacles are located in the campground. This is a Scan and Pay campground. There are no refunds, modifications, cancellations, or other fee changes allowed with Scan and Pay payments. This system is the same as putting cash into a fee tube and cannot be refunded. Please download the Rec.Gov app prior to arriving at the campground as there may be no cellular service or very limited service at the campground. __ Wading and fishing are popular activities in the Breitenbush River, and rainbow trout is the most common catch for anglers.__ Reservations for this site can be made up to 6 months in advance of arrival date by reserving online at RECREATION.GOV or by calling 877-444-6777.
Recreation
Wading and fishing are popular activities in the Breitenbush River, and rainbow trout is the most common catch for anglers. The Willamette National Forest has about 1,700 miles of trail. While many are in wilderness areas, a number of trails are low-elevation, easy-access trails for year-round hiking.
Facilities
This campground has 29 sites, 23 are reservable, and all have picnic tables, grills and easy access to the vault toilets. Drinking water spigots are spread throughout the campground. Most campsites offer sweeping views of the river.
Natural Features
The campground lies in the Willamette National Forest, which stretches for 110 miles along the western slopes of the Cascade Range. The varied landscape of high mountains, narrow canyons, cascading streams and wooded slopes offer varied recreational opportunities for visitors. The Breitenbush River is a tributary of the North Santiam River, and its clean waters flow from snow melt in the Mount Jefferson Wilderness. A variety of plants and foliage separate the spacious campsites and provide privacy from other sites.
Nearby Attractions
Nearby attractions include:__ The Willamette National Forest has approximately 1,700 miles of trails. While many are in wilderness areas, a number of trails are low-elevation, easy-access trails for year-round hiking.__ Detroit Lake provides ample opportunity for water recreation like boating, water skiing and kayaking.
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
Nice riverside sites
Nice easy going campground under big Doug Firs and right on the river.
Its hard to get a site right on the river but if you do its amazing.
Its pretty peacful after 9 PM..not much road noise from 46..liked it here during the week kits a good place for a solo camper. Weekends great for families.
No cell
Pretty campground next to Breitenbush River.
This campground had lots of lovely sites that looked out onto Breitenbush River.
Breitenbush
Found this little gem last minute because everything was PACKED at Detroit. Thankfully a couple were heading out while we were coming in. The campground is clean and we had a cute little cove behind our camp site.
Location
Breitenbush Campground is located in Oregon
Directions
From Detroit, Oregon, at the intersection of State Route 22 and Forest Service Road (FSR) 46, take FSR 46 north and continue 9.3 miles to the campground on the right.
Coordinates
44.7814 N
121.9914889 W