BLM Land in the Medford Grants Pass Field Office includes Rocky Riffle, a free dispersed campground along the Rogue River outside Merlin with a loop road that has some rocky sections. Class C rigs have made it through, though the lower half of the loop is tighter. Sites sit either close to the river or elevated above it with open sightlines toward the water. Cell service is nonexistent across all major carriers. Campers should expect no facilities, a pack-out trash requirement, and seasonal fire restrictions. Past visitors have noted trash left by others, so arriving prepared to clean up is realistic. Rafters and kayakers use the river heavily on weekends. River access requires a short walk and depends on whether nearby sites are occupied. This spot works best for self-sufficient campers comfortable with a dry, no-amenity setup.
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Map & DirectionsRocky Riffle is located in Oregon near Merlin
Dispersed CampingCoordinates
42.57682052 N
123.59171867 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Alcohol
- Pets
DISPERSED CAMPING
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.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 29 min from Grants Pass, OR
- 49 min from Medford, OR
- 2 hrs 22 min from Eugene, OR
