Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, Or)
Willamette National Forest — lakeside, fishing
Location: Coburg, OR, OR
Price: From $26 per night
Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (80 reviews)
Season: Year-round
Black Canyon Campground in Oregon rests next to the Middle Fork of the Willamette River. This scenic campground is heavily shaded by towering hemlock, cedar and Douglas fir. Fishing and kayaking are a popular pastimes.A 1-mile interpretive nature trail winds through the campground, and Lookout Point Lake is less than a mile away, with opportunities for boating and fishing.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing, Boat Launch
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Black Canyon Campground rests next to the Middle Fork of the Willamette River and is heavily shaded by towering hemlock, cedar and Douglas fir. The location offers a 1-mile interpretive nature trail and is less than a mile from Lookout Point Lake with boating and fishing opportunities.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Gray Fox, and Striped Skunk present in area. Also expect Wild Turkey, Ruffed Grouse, and Oregon Alligator Lizard.
Insider tips for Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, Or): Book early - this is a popular federal campground Bring a boat or kayak - boat launch on-site with Lookout Point Lake less than 1 mile away Walk the 1-mile interpretive nature trail for guided forest education
Skip Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, Or) if: You need RV hookups - no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs. You prefer larger campgrounds - only 21 total sites.
Best time to visit Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, Or): Year-round — Campground operates year-round according to verified data.
Nearby campgrounds: Ivan Oakes Campground (Lowell, OR), Timber Butte Cabin (Westfir, OR), Rujada Day Use Picnic Area (Cottage Grove, OR), Broken Bowl (Fall Creek, OR).
Cell Phone Coverage at Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, Or)
Cell signal at Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, Or) (Coburg, OR): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
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.
Black Canyon Campground in Oregon rests next to the Middle Fork of the Willamette River. This scenic campground is heavily shaded by towering hemlock, cedar and Douglas fir. Fishing and kayaking are a popular pastimes.A 1-mile interpretive nature trail winds through the campground, and Lookout Point Lake is less than a mile away, with opportunities for boating and fishing.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early - this is a popular federal campground
Bring a boat or kayak - boat launch on-site with Lookout Point Lake less than 1 mile away
Walk the 1-mile interpretive nature trail for guided forest education
Campground operates year-round according to verified data
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Oakridge, Oregon, follow Highway 58 west about 8 miles to Black Canyon Campground, located 1 mile east of Lookout Point Reservoir.
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Willamette National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Willamette National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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