Facility Details - STEAMBOAT BALL FIELD GROUP S, OR

Overview

Steamboat group campsite sits near the banks of the North Umpqua River under a canopy of forest.

With access to a multitude of recreational opportunities, including ball fields, river access and a handful of trailheads within the area, this campsite offers an ideal setting for group camping and recreation excursions.

Natural Features:

Visitors to Umpqua National Forest are often taken aback by the unique landscapes of southwestern Oregon. Explosive geologic events have shaped the distinctive landscape on the nearly 1 million-acre forest, and provide spectacular scenery as well as an abundance of natural and cultural resources.

Flowing adjacent to this campground is the North Umpqua River, a tributary of the Umpqua River, and a designated National Wild and Scenic River. Possessing remarkable values related to wildlife, culture, recreation and scenery, the North Umpqua River is renowned for its emerald green waters and fly fishing.

Several designated wilderness areas provide undisturbed solitude for visitors. Encompassing 19,100 acres, Boulder Creek Wilderness offers dense old-growth forests and steep terrain that tower above Boulder Creek, which runs through the heart of the wilderness.

Diverse ecosystems support a wide range of habitat for wildlife common to the area. From eagles and owls, to salamanders and salmon, these species, along with many others, depend on surrounding undeveloped wilderness, clean streams, and diverse forests to live.

Recreation:

Fishing, hiking and swimming top the list of activities at this site. With open spaces, ball fields and horseshoe pits, this campground offers visitors plenty of recreational opportunities.

A forested bank and mountainous backdrop of the North Umpqua River is a perfect setting for both swimmers braving its cold, refreshing waters, and for anglers fishing for rainbow, steelhead and cutthroat trout.

Picnic shelters and large grills by the river provide the perfect setting for gathering after a day of activity or relaxation.

Facilities:

This campground has one large reservable group site, able to accommodate up to 100 people, and a maximum of 20 vehicles.

The site is equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings, grills and accessible vault toilets..

Baseball fields, horseshoe pits and picnic shelters available for use.

Nearby Attractions:

Visitors enjoy the North Cascades and Mt. Rainer National Parks, where interpretive programs and exhibits offer education about the diverse landscape and history of the area.

The Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), one of the world's premier National Scenic Trails, showcases some of North America's most fantastic scenery, winding its way its way from Mexico to Canada through California, Oregon and Washington, and is accessible near the campground.

Activities and Amenities

Within Facility
Accessible Group Shelters Accessible Sites Accessible Vault Toilets Birding Boating Fishing Grills Hiking	Horseshoe Pits Mountain Biking Parking Area Picnic Area Playground River Access Softball Fields Wildlife Viewing
Within 10 Miles
Berry Picking Biking Boat Ramp Fishing	Kayaking Swimming Trailhead

Know Before You Go

No drinking water available; visitors should bring their own
Hookups are not available
Please store trash in proper container
Trailers and long RVs prohibited
Livestock and vehicles prohibited on ball fields
Accessible picnic shelters on site
Off-road vehicle use prohibited in the campground
Click here for more information about Umpqua National Forest

Due to the spread of invasive insects, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Help protect our forests by purchasing or collecting firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Click here for more information.

Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
43.34028, -122.72639
43°20'25"N, 122°43'35"W

From Roseburg, Oregon, travel east on Highway 138 for 39 miles to Steamboat Workcenter. Turn right on Forest Service Road 4712 across Mott Bridge. Follow signs, then turn left on Road 4712-009 to the site.