Hikers and anglers find Green Canyon Campground positioned right along the Salmon River, with several sites offering direct water access for fishing or cooling off. This Forest Service campground operates on a first-come, first-serve basis from May through September, making weekend availability challenging but weekday visits more promising.
The sound of rushing water provides constant background noise throughout the 16-site campground. "Close to the river," notes S. Renae M., describing how "I heard it's lullaby at night." Sites vary in their proximity to the water, with the riverside spots also positioned along the popular Salmon River Trail that passes directly through the campground. This means hikers regularly walk past these premium locations during daylight hours.
The Salmon River Trail offers access to old-growth forest sections and extends both north and south from the campground. Campers can explore the trail system or simply wade in the river near their sites. Cell service remains unavailable throughout the campground, though the location sits just minutes from Welches for supply runs. Each site includes standard picnic tables and fire rings, with pit toilets and drinking water available.
The gravel access road can become rough in places, particularly during spring conditions, and RVs are limited to 22 feet maximum. Camp hosts maintain the sites well, with reviewers noting clean conditions and raked camping areas. "Everything was clean and ready for campers," observes Daniel S.. The $26 nightly fee covers dry camping only.
Campers seeking reservable sites might consider Mount Hood National Forest Tollgate Campground, located about three miles northeast with advance booking options.
Description
Green Canyon sits along scenic Salmon River nestled in old growth. There are several hiking trails nearby including those that take you to the surrounding Salmon-Huckleberry Wilderness. Located in the canyon carved by the Wild and Scenic Salmon River.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsGreen Canyon is located in Oregon near Welches
Directions
In Zigzag, OR, at the intersection of US Rt. 26 and Salmon River Rd./Green Canyon CG sign, turn onto Salmon River Rd. and go 4.6 miles to campground on right.
Coordinates
45.28300071 N
121.94100067 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
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 1 hr 1 min from Portland, OR
- 1 hr 37 min from Salem, OR
- 1 hr 40 min from Longview, WA
- 1 hr 55 min from Albany, OR




















