River Road truck turnaround

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Just east of the Independence Bridge on River Road, a triangular farm entrance pull-off provides a free, drive-in dispersed spot along the Willamette River corridor. Cell coverage runs strong at four bars on T-Mobile. Dogs are welcome, and the wide paved area handles larger vehicles without issue. Campers wanting established facilities nearby can find campgrounds near Independence, or Polk County Fairgrounds offers a more developed option to the northwest.

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Map & DirectionsRiver Road truck turnaround is located in Oregon near Independence

Dispersed Camping

Coordinates

44.8458872 N
123.1760324 W

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Access

Drive-In
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Features

For Campers

Phone Service
Pets

For Vehicles

Pull-Through Sites
Big Rig Friendly

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.

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Jerry N.

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Reviewed Aug. 22, 2026

Close to Salem and Independence

Cross independence bridge and turn right then right again towards the bridge. Wide spot on the right but if you go past/under the bridge there is a remote farm entrance shaped like a triangle. I've parked here multiple times with no issues. 4 bars of T-Mobile.

Month of VisitAugust