Established Camping
Hard Rock Campground
Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
FS RD 19 is closed to travel south of Frissell Crossing CG to Westfir. Travel North from HWY 126 to Terwilliger Hot Springs, Cougar Crossing CG, Sunnyside CG, Slide Creek CG, French Pete CG, Hard Rock Group, Red Diamond Group & Frissell Crossing CG is accessible this way only.
Per the Willamette Forest Order, effective 7/31/24: fire restrictions are in effect that prohibit the building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, campfire or stove fire, including a charcoal, wood, or coal fire. However, pressurized liquid or gas stoves, lanterns, and heaters that can be switched on and off are allowed. For a full list of restrictions and exemptions, please review the Forest Order .
Hard Rock Campground is located near Coburg in the Willamette National Forest. The terrain consists of dense forest and rocky areas. Campers can explore nearby attractions such as the McKenzie River and Sahalie Falls, with temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 80°F in summer.
Description
National Forest
Willamette National Forest
Overview
Hard Rock Campground is a small, primitive group site along the South Fork of the McKenzie River in Oregon. Many hiking trails are available in the surrounding area and the river offers fishing opportunities.
Recreation
The river offers good catch-and-release fishing for wild redside and cutthroat trout. Cougar Reservoir is open to motorized boating and offers a beautiful setting.
Natural Features
The campground sits just south of Cougar Reservoir, near where Balm Creek feeds into the South Fork, at an elevation of 1,800 feet. Hard Rock is set on the western slopes of the Cascade Mountains, where gorgeous, lush mountain landscapes abound.
Nearby Attractions
Just east of Cougar Reservoir, the Castle Rock Trail leads through a dense Douglas-fir forest to the top of Castle Rock. Once on top, hikers enjoy impressive views of the McKenzie River Valley below.
Location
Hard Rock Campground is located in Oregon
Directions
From Blue River, OR, travel 4 miles east on Highway 126 to Aufderheide Drive (Forest Service Road 19). Turn right on Aufderheide Drive and continue south about 3/4 mile. Veer right at the Y and continue 10 miles to the campground.
Address
P.O. Box 8516
Coburg, OR 97408
Coordinates
44.0386111 N
122.2027778 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonGood
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Contact
General Info
Reservations
