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Willamette National Forest | Scott Lake

Type: STANDARD NONELECTRIC

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Site Details

• Campfire Allowed: Yes
• Pets Allowed: Yes
• Water Hookup: No

Permitted Equipment

• Tent
• Boat (Max length: 8 ft.)
• Pickup Camper (Max length: 12 ft.)
• Vehicle (Max length: 12 ft.)
• Small Tent
• Caravan/Camper Van (Max length: 12 ft.)
• Car (Max length: 12 ft.)

Driveway Details

• Max Vehicle Length: 12
• Driveway Grade: Moderate
• Max Num of Vehicles: 2

Need to Know

• No potable water available.

• No trailers or RVs.

• Camping is not allowed more than 14 days in a 60 day period. Site MUST be occupied within the first 24 hours. 

• Use of chainsaws in the campground is prohibited.

• Dogs MUST be on leash at all times within the campground.

• This hidden treasure is a photographer's paradise. The high elevation, primitive campground sits on picturesque and pristine Scott Lake. On clear days, catch stunning views of the snowcapped volcanic peaks of the Three Sisters as they cast their reflection on the serene lake. Be prepared for heavy mosquitoes in July and August. A forest of subalpine fir, mountain hemlock, and bear grass surround the lake. 

  The campground is next to Benson/Tenas Trailhead and access to the Mt. Washington Wilderness is close by. A Wilderness permit MUST be acquired online ahead of time to utilize this trailhead.

• Access is dependent on McKenzie Highway (OR Hwy 242), which is closed in the winter. Check tripcheck.com for conditions. Snow may be present in the campground well after the highway opens.

• First come, first serve sites only.

• $5/vehicle/day or valid recreation pass.

• No trailers or RVs.

• Camping is not allowed more than 14 days in a 60 day period. Campsite MUST be occupied within the first 24 hours. 

• Use of chainsaws in the campground is prohibited.

• Dogs MUST be on leash at all times within the campground.