Frissell Crossing Campground
This beautiful and quiet campground lies on the South Fork of the McKenzie River and was originally constructed in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps. It is located well away from the main road and some of the sites spread around an open meadow.
This developed facility has vault toilets, fire rings, picnic tables, garbage collection, and hand-pumped drinking water.
Need to Know
- No electric hook-ups at this facility
- This facility has first-come, first-served sites
- Limit one vehicle per campsite; a fee will be charged for additional vehicles
- Click here for more information on Willamette National Forest
This facility is operated by American Land & Leisure. Comment cards are available from staff or at www.AmericanLL.com
- 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 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
Be sure to reserve a site that will accommodate your equipment. The site you reserve is your site. You man not move to another site.
Natural Features
Located on the Willamette National Forest, Frissell Crossing campground resides at 2,600 feet in elevation with creek access. Douglas fir, rhododendrons, and vine maple surround this serene retreat.
Nearby Attractions
Hot springs and trailheads with opportunities for hiking and mountain biking are within 10 miles of the campground.
Recreation
Opportunities abound in this beautiful forest setting for hiking, biking, fishing, swimming and nature viewing. The Three Sisters Wilderness Area, Box Canyon Trail, Mink Lake Basin Trail, Box Canyon Horse Camp, Terwilliger Hot Springs, and Cougar Lake Reservoir are of the many assets to this area.
Contact Information
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57600 McKenzie Highway McKenzie Bridge 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, OR, travel 4 miles east on Highway 126 to Aufderheide Drive (Forest Service Road 19). Turn right on Aufderheide Drive and continue south about 3/4 mile. Veer right at the Y and continue 20 miles to Frissell Crossing Campground.
Available Campsites
- Site 06, Loop FRISSELL CROSSING CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 11, Loop FRISSELL CROSSING, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 05, Loop FRISSELL CROSSING CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 03, Loop FRISSELL CROSSING CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 04, Loop FRISSELL CROSSING CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 01, Loop FRISSELL CROSSING CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 07, Loop FRISSELL CROSSING, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 08, Loop FRISSELL CROSSING, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 09, Loop FRISSELL CROSSING, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 10, Loop FRISSELL CROSSING, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 02, Loop FRISSELL CROSSING, Type Standard Nonelectric
