Hikers heading into the Willamette backcountry will find Skookum Creek Campground at the end of a 3-mile dirt road. This US Forest Service site operates as a walk-in facility from late May through October, with vault toilets and a large gravel parking area that can accommodate about a dozen RVs. The campground sits primarily set up for tent camping, with a wooden bridge crossing the creek and a hiking trail leading into the forest.
Mosquitoes can be heavy during summer visits. No pets are allowed on site. Nearby alternatives include Taylor Burn and Box Canyon Guard Station Cabin for different camping experiences.
Description
Overview
This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsSkookum Creek Campground is located in Oregon near Mckenzie Bridge
Public CampgroundDirections
Exit I-5 heading east on Highway 58 heading towards Oakridge, OR. Just past mile post 31 take a left on the road across from the Middle Fork Ranger District. After crossing the metal bridge take a left at the stop sign onto Forest Service Road 19. In approximately 1 mile go straight through the intersection to remain on the 19 Road. Just before mile post 32 take a right onto the 1957 road. This road will continue for approximately 4 miles before ending in the campground parking area. Note: The 1957 road is rough and brushy. A high clearance vehicle is needed to reach the campground safely.
Coordinates
43.861544 N
122.045788 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Toilets
- Alcohol
Drive Time
- 1 hr 39 min from Eugene, OR
- 2 hrs 7 min from Albany, OR
- 2 hrs 11 min from Bend, OR
- 2 hrs 14 min from Corvallis, OR
