Firewood delivered to your site. That small detail says a lot about how Richardson Park operates. Set on the western shore of Fern Ridge Lake outside Eugene, this Lane County campground runs from April 15 through October 15 and draws a mix of tent campers, RV rigs, and day-trippers who come for the lake access. Sites range from spacious tent spots shaded by large trees to paved pull-throughs with electrical hookups that accommodate big rigs without difficulty.
Tanya A. sums up the setup well: "beautiful trees, with electricity in sites, free showers, bathrooms conveniently located and on a lake." The campground loop nearest the office tends to be the quietest. Sites along the highway boundary pick up noticeable road noise, so requesting an interior spot when booking is worth the effort. Cell service is inconsistent. Multiple reviewers on T-Mobile and Verizon reported weak or unusable data signals, though the park does provide WiFi.
Lake access is a consistent draw. A short walk connects the campground to a swimming area on Fern Ridge Lake, and the adjacent marina makes this a practical base for boating. The 20-plus-mile bike route around the reservoir gives cyclists a solid half-day objective. Summer programming adds outdoor movie nights, and a small on-site shop carries ice cream, ice, and basic supplies. Mosquitoes are heavy in spring and early summer. Bring repellent.
Weekend crowds fill the campground fast. Reservations are strongly advised, particularly for summer dates and holiday weekends. The dump station has had maintenance issues noted in recent reviews, so confirm its status before arrival. No pets are allowed. Campers wanting different setups in the region can look at Fern Ridge Shores RV Park and Marina or browse places to camp near Fern Ridge Lake for additional options. Richardson rewards campers who plan ahead and come prepared for a developed, family-oriented lakeside stay.
Description
This recreation area is part of Fern Ridge Lake
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsRichardson Park & Campground is located in Oregon near Alvadore
Coordinates
44.11800168 N
123.32083956 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 7/28/26
- Verizon5GGood Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 7/28/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 7/28/26
- Verizon5GGood Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 7/28/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- WiFi
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 14 min from Eugene, OR
- 37 min from Corvallis, OR
- 46 min from Albany, OR
- 1 hr 9 min from Salem, OR


























