Within Umpqua National Forest, South Diamond Sno-Park provides a no-frills overnight stop for self-sufficient campers. The US Forest Service manages this forested area near Diamond Lake, where conifer trees dominate the landscape and a creek runs nearby. Snow can persist into April, though temperatures remain manageable according to recent visitors.
Cell service proves unreliable throughout the region, but the open sky accommodates satellite internet users. Oregon allows free overnight parking at snow parks, though permits are required from November through April. The site offers zero amenities, requiring campers to pack everything they need and pack out all waste to maintain the area's condition.
Description
South Diamond Sno-Park is near the intersection of Interstate OR-230 and OR-138, in a plowed section of Forest Road 6592. At this location, recreationists can cross-country ski, snowmobile or enjoy dog sledding. Nordic trails include Pizza Connect Trail , Horse-N-Teal Trail , Outback Trail , Diamond Lake West Trail, Silent Creek Trail , and North Crater Trail .
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundSouth Diamond Sno-Park is located in Oregon
Directions
From Roseburg, OR, turn east onto OR-138 east / northeast Diamond Lake Boulevard and continue for approximately 82 miles. Turn right onto OR-230, and continue for 0.2 mile. The Sno-Park is located at the junction of OR-230 and Forest Road 6592.
Coordinates
43.12710446 N
122.1357814 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 7 usersLast on 4/9/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 19 usersLast on 4/9/26
- AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 25 usersLast on 4/9/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 7 usersLast on 4/9/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 19 usersLast on 4/9/26
- AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 25 usersLast on 4/9/26
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 1 hr 23 min from Medford, OR
- 1 hr 30 min from Bend, OR
- 1 hr 43 min from Grants Pass, OR
- 2 hrs 14 min from Eugene, OR







