Overview

Surrounded by picturesque, moist, green foliage along the Rogue-Umpqua National Scenic Byway sits Clearwater Falls Campground. With nine campsites available, enjoy the sounds of the Clearwater River as it meanders through the old growth Douglas fir forest.

At lower Clearwater Falls Campground, you can stay at one of five campsites and enjoy the waterfall as it drifts downward 30 feet over moss covered rocks and logs to the river below. Or you can hike the trail to the upper portion of the campground, where you will find four secluded and serene campsites that sit along the Clearwater River.

Facilities

• Vault toilet

• Nine tent/trailer sites

• Each site has a picnic table and fire ring

• Maximum trailer length: 25 feet

Natural Features

Visitors to the Umpqua National Forest are often taken aback by the unique landscapes of southwestern Oregon. High Cascades glaciation, whitewater rapids, and explosive geologic events have shaped the distinctive landscape on the 983,239 acres of forest that provides spectacular scenery as well as an abundance of natural and cultural resources.

Verdant stands of hemlock, fir and cedar transition to forests of mixed conifers and hardwoods at lower elevations, while alpine ecosystems dominate high peaks.

The translation of the word "Umpqua," meaning "thundering waters," defines the area. The Forest's waterways and diversity create desirable habitat for many species of fish and wildlife, in addition to providing outstanding recreational opportunities to our local communities and visitors.

Recreation

• Hiking

• Picnicking

• Fishing

Nearby Attractions

• Lemolo Lake

• Whitehorse Falls

• Watson Falls

• Watson Falls Trailhead (#1496)

• Silent Creek Trailhead (#1479)

• Diamond Lake

• Umpqua Hot Springs Trailhead

• North Umpqua Trail (#1414)

Contact Info

Important Notices

• Campfires are allowed in developed Forest Service installed metal fire rings when conditions allow. Learn more about current fire information: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/umpqua/fire/info

  Quiet hours between 10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.

  Check in: 1:00 p.m.; Check out: 11:00 a.m.

  Electric or water hook ups are not available.

  Drinking water is not available, please bring your own.

  Trash facilities are not available; pack it in, pack it out.

  Fireworks are prohibited.

  OHV/ATV use is prohibited in the campground.

  There is no cell phone coverage

  Dogs must be on a leash.

  Maximum length of stay anywhere on the forest is 14 days.

  Must pay via Scan & Pay onsite with the Recreation.gov app.

Available Activities

• Camping - Camping
• Berry Picking - Berry Picking
• Day Use Area - Day Use Area
• Hiking - Hiking
• Fishing - Fishing
• Picnicking - Picnicking

Directions

<p>From Roseburg, OR, travel east on OR-138 / Diamond Lake Boulevard for approximately 70 miles, turn right at the sign for the Clearwater Falls Campground. Follow the short entry road and bear left, the campground will be to the left. </p><p>For access into the four upper sites, continue to travel east on OR-138 to Forest Road 4785 and turn right, then make an immediate right and drive approximately 1.5 miles to the campground located on the right.</p>

Cancellation Policy

<p>This is a <a href="https://help.recreation.gov/helpcenter?id=kb_article&sys_id=53b5c4e91b206410201beb9ce54bcbce&table=" rel="nofollow"><strong>Scan and Pay campground</strong></a>. There are no refunds, modifications, cancellations, or other fee changes allowed with Scan and Pay payments. This system is the same as putting cash into a fee tube and cannot be refunded.</p>

Contact Information

Rental Options

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