Riverside At Detroit (Willamette National Forest, OR)
RIVERSIDE AT DETROIT (Willamette National Forest, OR)
Part of Willamette National Forest
Overview
Riverside Campground provides 32 single campsites that can accomodate trailers up to 24 feet in length, 1 double campsite. This campground has both reservable and FCFS campsites. The campground is situated with two main loops. All sites are equipped with picnic tables and fire rings. Water is provided via individual faucet risers located throughout the campground. There are three double-vault toilets located in accessible locations. Trash receptacles are located in the campground.
Campfires allowed until and unless otherwise posted. Fire bans are common during summer months. Please plan accordingly.
Scan and Pay might be offered at this campground; It is recommended that you pay by cash or check for FCFS campsites. There are no refunds, modifications, cancellations, or other fee changes allowed with FCFS payments. This system is the same as putting cash into a fee tube and cannot be refunded. Please download the Rec.Gov app prior to arriving at the campground as there may be no cellular service or very limited service at the campground. If no Scan & Pay option is available you must pay via cash or check.
Reservations for this site can be made up to 6 months in advance of arrival date by reserving online at RECREATION.GOV or by calling 877-444-6777.
Facilities
This campground has 37 sites, 26 are reservable. The campground is comprised of two sections. The southeast (upriver) section has more secluded sites on a bluff overlooking the river. Northwest (downriver) sites have partial shade and a more open setting.
Drinking water spigots can be found throughout the campground. Waste gray water disposal sites are provided. Firewood is available for sale on-site.
Natural Features
Riverside is located along the North Fork Santiam River at an elevation of 2,400 feet. Surrounding vegetation includes hemlock, rhododendron and fern, among the towering conifers.The campground is in the North Santiam Travel Corridor of the Willamette National Forest. The forest covers 1.6 million acres on the western slopes of the Cascade Range.
Recreation
Anglers enjoy fishing for rainbow trout on the river. Among the many options for hiking and biking trails, the Mt. Jefferson-Pamelia Lake Trail Area is bound to please all types. Hikers looking for a challenging trail will enjoy the Minto Mountain Trail.Nearby Attractions
The Marion Forks Fish Hatchery, along Marion and Horn Creeks, is an interesting place to visit. Here, visitors can see rainbow trout, summer steelhead and spring chinook being harvested.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (541) 967-3917.Important Notices
- No electric hookups at this facility
Limit one vehicle per campsite; a $10 per vehicle per night fee will be charged for additional vehicles
- You must stay in the campsite that you reserved. Site swapping is not allowed
No discharging firearms, possession of fireworks or use of chainsaws allowed
Scan and Pay might be offered at this campground; It is recommended that you pay by cash or check for FCFS campsites. There are no refunds, modifications, cancellations, or other fee changes allowed with FCFS payments. This system is the same as putting cash into a fee tube and cannot be refunded. Please download the Rec.Gov app prior to arriving at the campground as there may be no cellular service or very limited service at the campground. If no Scan & Pay option is available you must pay via cash or check.
Campfires allowed until and unless otherwise posted. Fire bans are common during summer months. Please plan accordingly.
Check-In 2:00PM
Check-Out 12:00PM
No Overflow Parking. No Day Use Parking.
Tight corners in campground may not allow passage of vehicles over 30 feet in length.
Be bear aware; keep all food out of sight in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from the area after eating
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.
Available Activities
- Hiking - Hiking
- Fishing - Fishing
- Birding - Birding
Directions
From Detroit, OR, take Route 22 toward Sisters. Go 14.2 miles to the campground on right side of the road.<br /><br /> From Sisters, head toward Detroit on Route 22. Go 43 miles to the campground on the left.
Contact Information
Phone: 801-226-3564
Detroit Ranger District, 44125 N. Santiam Hwy., Detroit, OR 97360Managed by Linn County Parks and Recreation, 3010 Ferry St. SW, Albany, OR 97322
OR
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 026, Loop West Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop East Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 034, Loop West Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 038, Loop West Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop East Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop East Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 028, Loop West Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop East Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 025, Loop West Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 027, Loop West Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop East Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop East Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop East Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 033, Loop West Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 030, Loop West Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 019, Loop East Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 018, Loop East Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop East Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 021, Loop East Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 024, Loop West Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop East Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop East Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 029, Loop West Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 023, Loop West Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop East Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 037, Loop West Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop East Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 031, Loop West Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop East Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 035, Loop West Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 036, Loop West Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop East Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop East Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop East Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop East Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 032, Loop West Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 020, Loop East Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
