Camping near Medford, OR

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    The Medford region in southern Oregon encompasses a variety of campground options ranging from full-service RV parks to more basic tent sites. Valley of the Rogue State Park, located near Gold Hill, provides year-round camping accommodations including tent sites, RV hookups, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Several privately owned campgrounds like Southern Oregon RV Park and Holiday RV Park offer convenient access to Interstate 5, while public lands in higher elevations, such as Mount Ashland Campground, provide more rustic experiences. Jackson Wellsprings and Emigrant Lake Recreation Area round out the diverse selection of developed campgrounds that support various camping styles.

    Seasonal considerations affect camping experiences throughout the region, with summer bringing warmer temperatures and higher visitor numbers to most campgrounds. Most developed sites in the Medford area remain open year-round, though facilities like showers may be limited during winter months. Many campgrounds require reservations, particularly during peak summer season when popular sites fill quickly. The area experiences hot, dry summers with temperatures often exceeding 90°F, while winters bring cooler temperatures and occasional snow at higher elevations like Mount Ashland. Water access varies significantly between locations, with Emigrant Lake Recreation Area offering boat-in camping options. According to one visitor, "The sites are level and have grass and fire pits. There is a walking bike trail that goes along Bear Creek to Ashland."

    Southern Oregon RV Park receives consistently high ratings for its well-maintained facilities and convenient location. Visitors appreciate the concrete pads, fire pits, and accessible amenities. The property features fishing ponds and walking trails, though some reviewers note significant highway noise due to proximity to Interstate 5. Holiday RV Park offers a creek-side setting that campers enjoy, with one reviewer noting it provides "a beautiful little river that runs through the property making the spot a beautiful place to stop." Several campgrounds provide swimming pools during summer months, which proves popular with families. Mount Ashland Campground stands out as one of the few free camping options in the region, offering primitive sites with vault toilets but no drinking water, making it suitable for self-contained camping setups.

    Best Campgrounds near Medford (255)

      1. Valley of the Rogue State Park Campground

      3.9(55)16mi from Medford170 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Great RV sites that are close to the River with FHU’s. Hiking paths border the river and connect the many camping loops. Stayed in loop B which has back-in’s and drive throughs."

      "Do Not let the close proximity to I-5 keep you from staying here. We are on B loop and while outside the traffic noise is audible, it gets lost in the wind through the trees."

      from $31 - $83 / night

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      2. Jackson Wellsprings

      3.9(23)10mi from MedfordRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "relaxed atmosphere and reasonably priced for car and tent camping, plus camping fees include access to the rejuvenating sulphur-rich hot spring pool, swimming pool and sauna."

      "I do have drinking water and free bathroom use around the back side of the building. For car camping there is no shade just a gravel parking lot."

      from $25 - $40 / night

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      3. Southern Oregon RV Park

      4.7(12)5mi from MedfordRVs

      "It is easily accessible and located on the northern part of Medford in Central Point (Medford suburb if you will).  The landscaping and grounds are impeccable. "

      "This RV Park is well-kept and located conveniently near Interstate 5. It is great stop over for access to Crater Lake, Bend, or points north. All sites are paved and have full hook-ups."

      from $38 - $48 / night

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      4. Holiday RV Park

      4.0(9)4mi from MedfordRVs

      "Years ago HWY 99 was dotted with RV stopping places from Ashland tp Medford.  We stopped in to empty our tanks.  The desk staff were friendly and helpful.   "

      "The staff is excellent here always out to help you the location could be better you don't you hear the highway noise there's a lot of older campers in the sites but they're all pull through slots with"

      from $47 - $50 / night

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      5. Medford-Gold Hill KOA

      3.6(11)11mi from MedfordRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "It is close to Hwy 5 so a lot of road noise. But most in this area are. Sites are tight like most KOAs. We chose an end spot and did alright. Plus it was quiet part of year."

      6. Ashland's Creekside Campground & RV

      3.4(17)17mi from Medford4 sitesRVs, Tents

      "We liked that the campground was off the highway and very quiet. Very clean sites and bathrooms. Easy access to downtown."

      "Good points: I think this is the cheapest campground with amenities near Ashland, only $27.50/night for a tent site with a water pump."

      from $37 - $55 / night

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      7. Point RV Park at Emigrant Lake

      4.4(15)17mi from MedfordRVs, Tents

      "Stayed 2 nights in a tent... my site was on the edge next to a forest of oak trees... good site for a tent and comes with a campfire if wanted. 2 buildings with toilets and showers - 1 building had showers"

      "Be aware the wind picks up in the afternoon but tends to die down after sundown and there's not a lot of shade trees, but the view is amazing, it's about 15 minutes from the Oregon Shakespeare Festival"

      from $43 / night

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      8. Mr. Bigfoot RV Park

      5.0(3)3mi from Medford

      "A beautiful RV campground in south Medford, right next to Lithia Fields. Baseball just a short walk from our RV. Beautifully kept grounds, sparkling pool and attentive staff."

      "Recently took the family to Medford for a baseball tournament and stayed at Mr. Bigfoot RV Park. We had the best time! The park was clean and the amenities were amazing!"

      from $75 - $85 / night

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      9. Emigrant Lake Recreation Area - Oak Slope Campground

      4.1(14)17mi from MedfordRVs, Tents

      "Emigrant Lake may not be your destination if you are looking for a lot of privacy and quiet, but is a nice option to get out in nature while still being close to town."

      "Very close to restrooms which are clean. Lake access is a 5-7 min walk away so it’s very close."

      from $30 / night

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      10. Mount Ashland Campground

      4.3(17)20mi from MedfordTents

      "Lovely place, lovely drive in. Spots are scattered and hard to find at night. Had dear running around while I was setting up the tent. Pit toilets, hiking close by, accessible in any vehicle."

      "Gorgeous campsite and well situated for doing PCT trail magic if you're so inclined."

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    Recent Reviews near Medford, OR

    929 Reviews of 255 Medford Campgrounds

    • MThe Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 13, 2026

      Eagle Ridge Park

      MTB and Duck Hunting

      This campground is 4 miles from the highway down a well maintained dirt road. You’ll pass Spence Mountain MTB trails and a big gravel parking lot for bikers. There’s only about 5 legit spots but there’s several dispersed areas before and after the actual campground. There’s a vault toilet and a water pump and trash cans. I arrived on Friday of Columbus Day weekend. Duck hunting season opened the next morning and the area was busy with hunters and boats and a lot of shooting at daybreak. By Monday almost all had departed. The biking trails are incredible.

    • Nick B.The Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 12, 2026

      Thousand Springs Sno-Park

      Excellent spot

      Great location for dispersed camping. The parking lot is large and can accommodate rigs of any size. It's about 30 minutes to the park entrance and there are vault toilets on site. Stay up to 14 days.

    • dThe Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 12, 2026

      Rocky Riffle

      Large free area. Warning

      This is a very unique site. Looks as if mostly used for logging. Long narrow roads, that weave like a maze. Not a lot of spots. As they're no sites. Did find a big clearing at the end of the road to the left when entering. Road to right was blocked by a broken down dump truck. So couldn't tell you about that side. Others have mentioned homeless encampments and not so friendly people. As of Oct 2026 area was very clean and nobody living there. Roads are very narrow and some are a bit rocky. Not a place for a 5th wheel or regular car ( may ground out on high rocks in road) river access is easy. But in October no flow so a big swamp.

    • dThe Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 12, 2026

      Ennis Riffle County Park

      Large and open, not free

      Very large open area along the river. Pick a spot and enjoy. No water or electricity. Pack out your trash. $5 per vehicle

    • JThe Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 10, 2026

      Jackson Campground On The Applegate River

      Quiet and great location

      The campground sits right on the river and even though it is near the road, there is not much traffic. At night it was super quiet. The camp host was friendly and the bathrooms were clean and there is a nice trail along the river.

    • S.Allan The Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 10, 2026

      Tree Of Heaven Campground

      The Boondock

      It's a beautiful camp, but there is a conflict between their (gov run) website information and in park board. Some sights are first come first serve, but some can be reserved online, but aren't marked, so there can be a reservation for a first come first serve spot. I've been there three times, the last wasn't bad, but twice the above issues caused inconvenience to my camp. Still a beautiful place, though

    • John & Amy M.The Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 9, 2026

      Mr. Bigfoot RV Park

      Excellent RV Park

      Can’t say enough about this little gem of an RV park. Super clean, all brand new amenities. Paved, level back-in and pull-thru sites with full hook-ups. Pool and laundry facilities. Staff was super attentive and seemed to be always out cleaning. It was so nice to have a place for our dogs to relax in the grass right at our site. They even have two “dog sites” that have chain link enclosed areas to relax off leash. The only downside is a lack of mature trees for shade since the park is so new. That will change as the ones they have planted mature.

    • Lisa M.The Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 8, 2026

      Rocky Point Resort

      Beautiful view

      Park is a little funky, old, and a bit rundown., But our space was right on the lake and we had a beautiful view of all kinds of birds. Scott, the park manager was super nice and accommodating. Showers and bathrooms were pretty dirty and you had to pay to take a shower. There is a little store on site where you can purchase minimal food and drinks. Also a restaurant that we did not go to, as it was closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, which is when we were there. Sites were a bit funky to get into and our site was having a little issue with the electric. Also not very level. I give it a four stars because of the view and quietness.

    Guide to Medford

    Camping near Medford, Oregon, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

    What to do:

    • Hiking and Biking: Explore the many trails around the area. Campers at Joseph H. Stewart County Park rave about the "several miles of paved trails to explore," making it a great spot for biking and walking.
    • Water Activities: Enjoy the Rogue River for fishing, swimming, or kayaking. One visitor at Riverpark RV Resort mentioned, "About 1/3 of the campsites are adjacent to the Rogue River," highlighting the great access to water activities.
    • Wildlife Watching: The area is home to various wildlife. A camper at Point RV Park at Emigrant Lake noted, "Geese and ducks are on and around the lake," making it a perfect spot for nature lovers.

    What campers like:

    • Clean Facilities: Many campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Ashland's Creekside Campground & RV Park said, "Clean bathrooms and showers. Has a nice little market if you forgot or need anything."
    • Spacious Sites: Campers enjoy the roomy sites at various campgrounds. One reviewer at Valley of the Rogue State Park Campground mentioned, "The sites are nice, large and well spaced."
    • Friendly Hosts: Many campgrounds have welcoming staff. A camper at Jackson Wellsprings shared, "Everyone is so friendly. Staff helpful."

    What you should know:

    • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds are near busy roads, which can be noisy. A camper at Medford-Gold Hill KOA noted, "It is close to Hwy 5 so a lot of road noise."
    • Reservation Policies: Many campgrounds require reservations, especially during peak seasons. A visitor at Schroeder Park mentioned, "Self check-in if you have no reservations, one night at a time due to people reserving online."
    • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may not have full amenities. A reviewer at Tree Of Heaven Campground pointed out, "Not RV friendly but great for tents."

    Tips for camping with families:

    • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds or water access. A camper at Joseph H. Stewart County Park mentioned, "This campground has one of our favorite dog parks," which can be fun for kids too.
    • Plan for Heat: Summers can get hot, so bring plenty of water and sunscreen. A visitor at Valley of the Rogue State Park Campground noted, "It was HOT! We pretty much ran our a/c non-stop."
    • Pack Snacks: Having snacks on hand can keep kids happy during outdoor activities. A camper at Riverpark RV Resort appreciated the "friendly and customer-minded" owner, which can make for a pleasant stay.

    Tips from RVers:

    • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site before booking. A reviewer at Medford-Gold Hill KOA mentioned, "Pull thru sites are short my 35 footer and car just fit."
    • Use Dump Stations: Many campgrounds have dump stations available. A camper at Point RV Park at Emigrant Lake noted, "There is also a dump station at the entrance, free for use by campers only."
    • Stay Connected: Check cell service availability if you need to stay connected. A visitor at Joseph H. Stewart County Park mentioned, "ATT had good service but the Verizon phone was roaming."

    Camping near Medford, Oregon, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. With a variety of campgrounds and activities, you're sure to find a spot that fits your needs.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What camping is available near Medford, OR?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Medford, OR offers a wide range of camping options, with 255 campgrounds and RV parks near Medford, OR and 30 free dispersed camping spots.

    Which is the most popular campground near Medford, OR?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Medford, OR is Valley of the Rogue State Park Campground with a 3.9-star rating from 55 reviews.

    Where can I find free dispersed camping near Medford, OR?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 30 free dispersed camping spots near Medford, OR.