Skookum Creek Campground
Skookum Creek Campground is 40 miles northeast of Oakridge, close to the Three Sisters Wilderness and the Waldo Lake Wilderness. The campground serves as a starting place for those wanting to hike or horseback ride into the wilderness. Most popular is the Erma Bell Lakes Trail. The portion of trail from the campground to Lower Erma Bell Lake is designated as wheelchair accessible, but it is very challenging.
Skookum Creek Campground has 9 tents-only, walk-in campsites in a nicely forested area. Note that there is no potable water. All of the campsites are first-come, first-served.
| Skookum Creek Campground Basics |
| Skookum Creek Campground Location: |
Skookum Creek Campground is on Forest Road 1957, 3.6 miles off Aufderheide Dr. The campground is 40 miles northeast of Oakridge. |
| Elevation: |
4,500 feet |
| Nearby Gateway Cities: |
Eugene - 80 miles
Cottage Grove - 89 miles
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| Number of Sites: |
9 |
| Open - Closed: |
Open late May to mid-October |
| Max. People per site: |
Standard campsite - 6 |
| Vehicles per site: |
Standard campsite - 2 ($5 fee for 2nd vehicle)
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| Pets: |
On leash, always attended |
| Operated by |
Willamette National Forest |
| Middle Fork Ranger District: |
(541) 782-2283 |
| Campground Reservations |
| Reservations |
There are no reservations available. All campsites are available first-come, first-served.
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| Wheelchair accessible sites: |
None designated, but as the trailhead for a wheelchair accessible trail, expect some accessible facilities. |
| Fees: |
$5 per vehicle per night
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| Check-in, check-out: |
check-in - 2:00 PM
check-out - 1:00 PM
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| Skookum Creek Campground Amenities |
| Campsites: |
Picnic table, campfire ring, no hook-ups |
| Campground: |
Vault toilets, no potable water |
| Showers: |
No |
| Dump station: |
No |
| Attractions near Skookum Creek Campground: |
Hike the Erma Bell Lakes Trail to a series of pretty wilderness lakes. Find some nice hikes on the Taylor Burn Trail |
General Camping Information
Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. Check carefully on the website when you make your reservation to be sure your vehicle will fit your campsite.
In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, firewood from outside the area is not permitted.
Accessible Sites
Designated Accessible sites are reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate
