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Aquila Vista Recreation Site

Molalla — riverside, hiking

Location: Salem, OR, OR

Price: From $50 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Aquila Vista is closed until further notice to remove wildfire burned danger trees. Aquila Vista is available for overnight group camping for groups up to 30 people and 20 vehicles. The season, when it reopens , will be mid-May through mid-October.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Firewood for Sale

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/aquila-vista-recreation-site to be notified when sites open up.

Aquila Vista offers excellent birding opportunities in a forest setting next to a spring-fed wetland, plus hiking to a small waterfall. It's an affordable group camping option at $20/night for up to 20 people.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Mountain Lion, and Short-tailed Weasel have been documented in the area. Store food properly and be bear-aware.

Insider tips for Aquila Vista Recreation Site: This is a federal group campground — book early as noted in known issues Bring binoculars for excellent birding at the adjacent spring-fed wetland Firewood is available for sale on-site, so you don't need to gather or transport it

Skip Aquila Vista Recreation Site if: You need hookups — no hookups available. You're visiting November through May — seasonal operations only. You're a small group — this is designed for groups up to 20 people and 8 vehicles.

Best time to visit Aquila Vista Recreation Site: June through October — Official season runs May through October, but RIDB notes 2026 opening date is June 26, indicating late May/early June may have limited availability.

Nearby campgrounds: Cedar Grove Campground (Salem, OR), Three Bears Campground (Salem, OR), Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site (Salem, OR), Shady Cove (Lyons, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Aquila Vista Recreation Site

Cell signal at Aquila Vista Recreation Site (Salem, OR): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

    Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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    Salem, OR, OR★ 4 (0 reviews)From $50/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Aquila Vista is closed until further notice to remove wildfire burned danger trees. Aquila Vista is available for overnight group camping for groups up to 30 people and 20 vehicles. The season, when it reopens , will be mid-May through mid-October.

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    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    Max RV12 ft
    HookupsNo hookups.
    ToiletsVault toilets
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsFirewood for Sale
    Recreation
    Picnic Tables
    Family & Pets
    Vault Toilets

    Straight talk

    CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

    Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

    Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
    Skip it if:✕ You need hookups — no hookups available✕ You're visiting November through May — seasonal operations only✕ You're a small group — this is designed for groups up to 20 people and 8 vehicles

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    This is a federal group campground

    book early as noted in known issues

    Bring binoculars for excellent birding at the adjacent spring-fed wetland

    Firewood is available for sale on-site, so you don't need to gather or transport it

    Best: June through October

    Official season runs May through October, but RIDB notes 2026 opening date is June 26, indicating late May/early June may have limited availability

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

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    at campground coordinates

    Cell signal

    FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
    T-Mobile
    4G · 0%
    Verizon
    4G · 0%
    AT&T
    4G · 0%

    FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

    Wildlife nearby

    iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
    Alert: American Black Bear, Mountain Lion, and Short-tailed Weasel have been documented in the area. Store food properly and be bear-aware.

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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    503-375-5646· Molalla
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    Getting there →

    The Molalla River is located approximately 10 miles southeast of Molalla in Clackamas County. From the town of Molalla, drive east on Main St/OR 211. Veer right at the OR 211/Mathias Road intersection, follow signs for Feyrer Park. Once past Feyrer Park, cross over the Molalla River, turn right, and follow signs for Dickey Prairie Rd. Continue south on Dickey Prairie Rd, keeping the Dickey Prairie Store on your left. At 3.7 miles past the store, turn right on Molalla Forest Rd and cross Glen Avo

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    Pro tips

    • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Molalla fills fast in peak season.
    • Check current road conditions at Molalla before arrival — seasonal closures common.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Aquila Vista Recreation Site cost per night?+
    Aquila Vista Recreation Site costs $50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Aquila Vista Recreation Site open?+
    Aquila Vista Recreation Site is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Aquila Vista Recreation Site have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Aquila Vista Recreation Site?+
    Aquila Vista Recreation Site can accommodate RVs up to 12 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Aquila Vista Recreation Site?+
    Aquila Vista Recreation Site is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
    What is the cell service like at Aquila Vista Recreation Site?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Aquila Vista Recreation Site is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Aquila Vista Recreation Site open, and what are check-in times?+
    Aquila Vista Recreation Site is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

    Official resources

    Explore Oregon Recreation: Mollala River CorridorMolalla River Recreation Area
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    $50 /night★ 4 (0)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Cedar Grove Campground

    Salem, OR

    From $15/night

    Three Bears Campground

    Salem, OR

    From $15/night

    Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site

    Salem, OR

    From $14/night

    Shady Cove

    Lyons, OR

    From $20/night

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