Slide Creek
Slide Creek Campground is a unique camping destination just 50 miles from Eugene, Oregon. Located on the east bank of the Cougar Reservoir, it is known for handy access to boating and many water activities. It is also near Terwilliger Hot Springs, a pristine area with 5 soaking pools fed by the Rider Creek waterfall.
Both campground and the day use area guests have access to drinking water, vault toilets, a boat ramp, ample parking and a swimming beach. A separate parking lot is available for boat trailers. The facility has 15 campsites that can accommodate tents, trailers or RVs and come equipped with campfire rings and picnic tables.
Notifications and Alerts
FS 19 Rd/Aufderhyde Road is temporarily closed at the dam due to emergency road work. This means it cannot be accessed from Hwy 126 from the north. Terwilliger Hot Springs and the campgrounds along FS 19 Rd can be accessed from 2 alternate roads.
- Access can be made from the south on FS 19 Rd from Westfir. From Westfir, this choice is approximately 55 miles of winding road.
- Access can be made on FS 500 Rd on the east side of Cougar Reservoir by entering from FS 19 Rd and turning left at the dam onto FS 500. This choice will bring you out by Slide Creek Campground This road (FS 500) is dirt and gravel, very rough in spots. Caution: This choice is not recommended for recreational vehicles, very slow going, lots of potholes and ruts.
If you have questions on these alternate routes, call 541-854-0718 for clarification.
If you prefer to cancel, call 801-226-3564 xt 15 or email Claudia@americanLL.com.
No Boat Launching at this Campground! The reservoir has been drawn down to the point that the boat launch is out of the water.
All fire restrictions on the Willamette National Forest will be rescinded on September 25, after widespread rainfall and cooling temperatures. Forest fires are still a threat so visitors are still asked to remain vigilant and avoid activities that could accidentally cause a wildfire.
Need to Know
- 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
- There are no electric site hook-ups at this facility
- This campground has first-come, first-serve sites
- Limit 1 vehicle per site; there is a fee for additional vehicles
- For more information on Willamette National Forest, click here
- 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.
- No discharging firearms, possession of fireworks or use of chainsaws allowed
Be sure to reserve a site that will accommodate your equipment. The site you reserve is your site. You may not move to another site.
Natural Features
The Willamette National Forest stretches for 110 miles with varied landscapes of high mountains, narrow canyons, cascading streams, and wooded slopes. Native wildlife includes Roosevelt elk, black bear, bald eagles, black tail deer and bobcats. Cougar Reservoir sits at 1,700 feet in elevation and is an estimated 1,280 acres. Some campsites have views of Cougar Reservoir and all sites are an easy walk to the swimming area.
Recreation
Activities on the reservoir include water skiing, swimming, fishing and canoeing. Anglers might catch some quality rainbow trout. The campground is close to a large network of hiking trails in the Olallie Trail Area. Half of the trails are open to biking as well.
Contact Information
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Blue River OR 97413
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 801-226-3564
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From Blue River, travel 4 miles east on Hwy 126 to Aufderheide Drive (FS road 19). Proceed on Aufderheide Drive for 9.5 miles to FS road 1900-500 and continue for 1.5 miles to Slide Creek Campground.
Available Campsites
- Site 008, Loop SLIDE CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop SLIDE CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop SLIDE CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop SLIDE CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop SLIDE CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop SLIDE CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop SLIDE CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop SLIDE CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop SLIDE CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop SLIDE CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop SLIDE CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop SLIDE CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop SLIDE CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop SLIDE CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop SLIDE CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
