Campers at Roaring River Group Campground enjoy the soothing sounds of the aptly named Roaring River flowing past their campsites. The campground is tucked in a wooded setting in Willamette National Forest and can accommodate up to 50 overnight visitors.
Fishing and hiking are a few of the best ways to spend the day here. The nearby Three Sisters Wilderness offers plenty of trails to explore.
Roaring River provides picnic tables, dumpsters, vault toilets and campfire rings. No water is provided so campers are expected to bring their own. Parking fits up to 10 vehicles.
Please be aware of our refund policy and refunds associated with wildfires. This facility is in a forested area. Wildfires can be present in the vicinity throughout the season. Reservations will not be given refunds outside of the cancellation window due to poor air quality in the case of a wildfire. Cancellations outside of the cancellation window will only be granted if the location is within a closure area due to a wildfire. Contact the McKenzie River Ranger Station if you have any questions at 541-822-3381
Please, bring your own firewood that was acquired locally.
Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
Please, make sure to scroll the code after each use to ensure passer-bys do not acquire it. Also, make sure to keep the gate closed as much as possible, even if you are in camp. This will ensure greater privacy and keep wandering vehicles out.
The group site is just a few feet from the river on the east bank, among Douglas fir, maple and alder. The Willamette National Forest stretches for 110 miles with varied landscapes of high mountains, narrow canyons, cascading streams and wooded slopes.
The Three Sisters Wilderness Area offers 260 miles of hiking trail through 286,708 acres of wild, incredible mountains and meadows. There is also access to non-wilderness hiking and mountain bike trails within 10 miles.
The Box Canyon Trail area is nearby, providing excellent hiking routes like the McBee Trail and the Roaring Ridge Trail. The Roaring Ridge Trail passes through Douglas fir forests with views of the South Fork of the McKenzie River. Mountain biking, fishing and wildlife viewing are popular activities here. Bird sightings may include osprey, great blue herons and bald eagles.
57600 MCKENZIE HWY MCKENZIE BRIDGE OR 97413
For campground inquiries, please call: 541-822-3381
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From Eugene, Oregon, take I-105 east to McKenzie Highway 126 just past Milepost 45. Turn South on Aufderheide Drive/Forest Service Road 19 and travel for 22 miles to campground. Entry is through a locked gate with a combination.