House Rock Campground
HOUSE ROCK CAMPGROUND
Part of Willamette National Forest
Overview
There are 17 campsites set in an upper and lower loop. Some of the sites can accommodate trailers up to 22 feet in length. The upper loop has one accessible single vault toilet while the lower loop has two accessible single vault toilets. Drinking water is available from hand pumps located in both the upper and lower loops.
The adjacent picnic area is part of the site and has four tables and two grills, and provides access to the Horse Rock Trial, a 0.8-mile loop trail.
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 may be made up to 6 months in advance of arrival date by reserving online at RECREATION.GOV or by calling 877-444-6777.
Facilities
The campground road and parking spurs are composed of packed dirt and rock. The double-loop area comes with accessible vault toilets and drinking water from hand pumps. Picnic tables, campfire rings and grills are at each site.
Campfire wood is not readily available at the park. Please plan to bring firewood or purchase from a nearby vendor. Linn County Parks staff, may occasionally, pass through the park with firewood available for purchase.
Natural Features
House Rock Campground is perched on the confluence of Sheep Creek and the South Santiam River in an old growth grove.The river is a 66-mile tributary of the Santiam River that is fed by snowmelt from the Cascade Mountains.
Recreation
Swimming is popular, especially because many sites have riverfront access to shallow swimming areas. Anglers can cast for native cutthroat trout.In addition to the House Rock Trail, hikers have access to a variety of other trails in the Tombstone Pass Area, like the Iron Mountain Trail.
Nearby Attractions
Campers enjoy hiking the House Rock Trail, which starts at the day-use area. Part of the trail shares paths with the historic Santiam Wagon Road, a trail used to transport livestock east across the Cascade Mountains to central Oregon's grasslands. In addition to the House Rock Trail, hikers have access to a variety of other trails in the Tombstone Pass Area, like the Iron Mountain Trail. Swimming is popular, especially because many sites have riverfront access to shallow swimming areas. Anglers can cast for native cutthroat trout.
Important Notices
Trailers <20ft have limited turnaround space. Trailers greater than 20ft may find it difficult to enter/exit House Rock Campground.
Site fee covers 1 vehicle; additional vehicles will be charged a $10 fee, per vehicle per night. If you have questions on what is considered an "extra vehicle", please refer to our kiosk for details.
- No electric hookups are available
- No firearms, fireworks or chainsaws
Check out is 12:00 noon
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.
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.
Campfire wood is not readily available at the park. Please plan to bring firewood or purchase from a nearby vendor. Linn County Parks staff, may occasionally, come through the park with firewood available for purchase.
For more information on Willamette National Forest, click here
Available Activities
- SWIMMING SITE - Swimming
- HIKING - Hiking
- FISHING - Fishing
- CAMPING - Camping
Directions
From Sweet Home, follow Highway 20 east for 26 miles to Forest Road 2044 and turn right. Follow Forest Road 2044 for a half mile and turn right, then drive for another quarter mile. House Rock Campground is across the Sheep Creek bridge.
Contact Information
Phone: 541-967-3917
4431 HIGHWAY 20 SWEET HOME OR 97386MANAGED BY LINN COUNTY PARKS 3010 SW FERRY ST ALBANY, OR 97322
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 009, Loop Upper, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop Lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop Upper, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop Upper, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop Upper, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop Upper, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop Lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop Lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop Upper, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop Lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop Upper, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop Upper, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop Upper, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop Lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop Lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop Upper, Type Standard Nonelectric
