Limberlost Campground
This secluded and quiet campground is nestled along beautiful Lost Creek on the Willamette National Forest. The campgroundâ??s name was derived from "Girl of the Limberlost," a classic novel by American writer and naturalist, Gene Stratton-Porter.
The campground offers vault toilets and garbage service. Each campsite includes a fire ring and picnic table. There is no drinking water available at the campground. Firewood is available at Olallie Campground.
Notifications and Alerts
Fire restrictions are in place on the Willamette National Forest as of Sept. 8, 2022.
Prohibitions:
- Building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, campfire or stove fire, including charcoal, wood, or coal fire. However, pressurized liquid or gas stoves, lanterns, and heaters that can be switched on and off are allowed.
- Smoking, except within an enclosed vehicle or building, a developed recreation site.
- Operating an internal combustion engine, including but not limited to, generators & chainsaws.
- Welding, or operating an acetylene or other torch with open flame.
- Possessing or using a motor vehicle off National Forest System roads.
For more information on the Cedar Creek Fire and an update, please visit: Willamette National Forest
Need to Know
- No electric hookups 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.
- 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 may not move to another site.
Natural Features
Located near the Three Sisters Wilderness Area, Limberlost is surrounded by fir and cedar forest. The vine maples and thimbleberry in the area help provide privacy and shade for some sites. With the babbling Lost Creek in the background, Limberlost will not disappoint.
Nearby Attractions
Both general stores and restaurants are nearby in the towns of McKenzie Bridge and Blue River.
Recreation
Hikers, swimmers, and anglers alike will delight with nearby Three Sisters Wilderness Area, Mt. Washington Wilderness, and Lost Creek. Those interested in relaxing will enjoy a soak in nearby Belknap Hot Springs. If you have an interest in biking, several trails outside of the Wilderness Areas are available.
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 McKenzie Bridge, travel east on Hwy 126 to Hwy 242. Follow Hwy 242 approximately 2 miles east to Limberlost Campground.
Available Campsites
- Site 002, Loop LIMBERLOST CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop LIMBERLOST CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop LIMBERLOST CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop LIMBERLOST CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop LIMBERLOST CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop LIMBERLOST CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop LIMBERLOST CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop LIMBERLOST CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop LIMBERLOST CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop LIMBERLOST CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop LIMBERLOST CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop LIMBERLOST CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
