Butler Bar Campground sits along the Elk River within Siskiyou National Forest, accessible by forest roads that lead off the main highway. This US Forest Service site features seven drive-in campsites with vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings, though no other services are available. The campground operates on a first-come basis with no fees required.
Campers position their tents and RVs directly beside the river, where swimming holes provide relief during warmer months. Recent visitors report having the entire campground to themselves during September stays. Cell service does not reach this location. The sound of flowing water accompanies overnight stays, and the short access road allows campers to set up almost under the nearby bridge for those seeking campsites near Siskiyou National Forest.
Description
This site has primitive camping with access to the Wild and Scenic Elk River. Adjacent to the Copper-Salmon Wilderness and Grassy Knob Wilderness. Facilities 7 campsites with picnic tables, and fire pits No drinking water Vault toilet No garbage disposal - Please pack it out ACTIVITIES Auto Touring: Elk River Road Biking: Need a brief description here Camping: Sunshine Bar Campground and Laird Campground nearby Adjacent to the Copper-Salmon Wilderness and Grassy Knob Wilderness Hiking: Nearby hiking opportunities include the Barklow Mountain Trail #1258. Horseback Riding: Need a brief description here Hunting: Recreation sites are adjacent to a variety of hunting opportunities. Hunting/discharging a firearm is NOT allowed in or near recreation sites. Reference: 36CFR 261.10(d) See Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife for hunting regulations. Picnicking: Need a brief description here Wildlife Viewing: Need a brief description here Swimming: Need a brief description here
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Location
Public CampgroundButler Bar Campground is located in Oregon
Directions
From Port Orford, OR, go east on Forest Road 5325 for 22 miles.
Coordinates
42.72558483 N
124.27128928 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 58 min from Grants Pass, OR
- 4 hrs 17 min from Eugene, OR
- 4 hrs 25 min from Medford, OR
