## Overview

 The site was originally a campground that has been converted into a group area.\_\_ The site is composed of 11 single campsites, of which two are tent only, with some sites able to accommodate trailers up to 22 feet in length.\_\_ The campground has a capacity of 75 people.\_\_ There is one accessible single vault toilet and drinking water is available via on hand pump located near the entrance and picnic area.\_\_\_\_ Fernview is a small group area perched on a bench above the South Santiam River. The Rooster Rock Trail is across the highway from the group site and numerous other trails and lakes are in within a short drive. Reservations for this site can be made up to 12 months in advance of arrival date by reserving online at RECREATION.GOV or by calling 877-444-6777. 
## Recreation

 Fernview Group Site is close to the Menagerie Wilderness with Trout Creek and the Rooster Rock Trails accessing Rooster Rock within the wilderness. Numerous lakes and trails are within a 45 minute drive of the site, including the Santiam Wagon Road (10 minutes), Gordon Meadows, Iron Mountain and Browder Ridge.
## Facilities

 Fernview has 11 sites, some suitable for RV\'s. One Hand pump provides water and there is a newer single CXT toilet on site. River access can be difficult from the campground, but is nearby via a short walk or drive. The Fernview Group Area was originally a campground that has been converted to a group site. Below are the details on the individual sites within the group site; every site has a picnic table and fire pit/grill. There is a parking area adjacent to the bathroom that can also be used for RV parking; this area is suitable for 1 large or 2 small RV\'s, maximum 2 RV\'s. Site 1: Back-in, gravel surface, 15 feet long, slight grade, suitable for tent or small camper, sits above river Site 2: Back-in, gravel surface, 30 feet long, slight grade, suitable for tent or small camper, sits above river Site 3: Back-in, gravel surface, 35 feet long, slight grade, suitable for tent or small camper, sits above river Site 4: Back-in, gravel surface, 35 feet long, slight grade, suitable for tent or small camper, sits above river Site 5: Back-in, gravel surface, 35 feet long, slight grade, suitable for tent or small camper, is adjacent to bathroom Site 6: Back-in, gravel surface, 35 feet long, slight grade, suitable for tent or small camper, sits above river Site 7: Back-in, gravel surface, 35 feet long, slight grade, suitable for tent or small camper, sits above river Site 8: Back-in, gravel surface, 35 feet long, slight grade, suitable for tent or small camper, sits above river Site 9: Back-in, gravel surface, 30 feet long, slight grade, suitable for tent or small camper, sits above river Site 10: Back-in, gravel surface, 20 feet long, hard access due to grade, suitable for tent, sits above river Site 11: Back-in, gravel surface, 20 feet long, medium grade, suitable for tent, sits above river
## Natural Features

 The group site is nestled in the trees on a bench above the South Santiam River. 
## Nearby Attractions

 [ The Santiam Wagon Road (trail) ][1] is ten minutes from the site and provides over 20 miles of hiking, biking and horse riding opportunities. [ Iron Mountain ][2] is located ten miles east and known to have over 300 species of wildflowers growing on its flanks. Early July is the best time for viewing wildflowers. Crescent Mountain, [ House Rock Falls ][3], Browder Ridge and the [ Middle Santiam Wilderness ][4] are nearby and provide excellent hiking opportunities. 

[1]: http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/willamette/learning/history-culture/?cid=STELPRDB5324561
[2]: http://www.fs.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsinternet/!ut/p/c5/04_SB8K8xLLM9MSSzPy8xBz9CP0os3gDfxMDT8MwRydLA1cj72DTgBAjAwgAykeaxcN4jhYG_shd123eYX5hPgYwefy6w0H24dcPNgEHcDTQ9_PIz03VL8iNMMgycVQEAObEnGA!/dl3/d3/L2dJQSEvUUt3QS9ZQnZ3LzZfME80MEkxVkFCOTBFMktTNUJIMjAwMDAwMDA!/?navtype=BROWSEBYSUBJECT&amp;recid=4345&amp;actid=&amp;navid=110000000000000&amp;pnavid=&amp;ss=110618&amp;position=&amp;ttype=recarea&amp;pname=Willamette%20National%20Forest%20-%20Iron%20Mountain%20Trail
[3]: http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/willamette/recreation/natureviewing/recarea/?recid=4309&amp;actid=64
[4]: http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/willamette/recreation/recarea/?recid=4304

Fernview Group Site

This campground sits just off HWY 20 and has access to the South Santiam River. When you pull off the highway, you’ll go over a bridge and be presented with two options. The road on the right is narrow, dusty and required me to kick in my 4-wheel-drive. With only one turn-around spot, the road ends at a locked gate. In short, don’t go this way. 

The campground is on the left immediately past the bridge, although not well-marked. The road is narrow, allowing only one vehicle at a time. Be prepared to negotiate backing out if needed. The sites are on the small side and sit atop a cliff overlooking the river. Toilets and drinking water are available and you can get down to the river with a short hike. It would be a good base camp to explore the surrounding area, but wasn’t one that appealed to me have a few days stay. Be prepared to bring your own everything except water. These site are on the primitive side. 