Blue Pool

Federal campground in Willamette National Forest

Location: Oakridge, OR, OR

Price: From $8 per night

Price range: $8–$44 per night

Rating: 3.6 out of 5 (12 reviews)

Season: May through October

This 24 sites campground is conveniently located adjacent to Oregon State Highway 58 in an old growth forest alongside Salt Creek. Fishing and swimming are popular activities. A large picnic area along the creek offers picnic tables, a large grassy area for both passive and active recreation.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/blue-pool to be notified when sites open up.

This 24-site campground is located in an old growth forest alongside Salt Creek with fishing and swimming as popular activities. A large picnic area along the creek offers tables and grassy space for recreation.

Wildlife alert: Bobcat, Wapiti (elk), Pileated Woodpecker, Harlequin Duck, and various snake species (ring-necked snake, Common Garter Snake) are documented in the area.

Insider tips for Blue Pool: McCredie Day Use Area & Hot Springs is located one-half mile east on Highway 58. Large picnic area along Salt Creek available for day use activities. Book early as this is a popular federal campground.

Skip Blue Pool if: You require RV hookups - no hookups available at most sites.. You plan to camp outside May through October - seasonal operations only.. You need a campground with year-round access..

Best time to visit Blue Pool: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only..

Nearby campgrounds: Salmon Creek Falls (Oakridge, OR), Packard Creek (Oakridge, OR), Blair Lake Campground (Oakridge, OR), Sand Prairie Campground (Oakridge, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Blue Pool

Cell signal at Blue Pool (Oakridge, 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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Oakridge, OR, OR★ 3.6 (12 reviews)From $8/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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This 24 sites campground is conveniently located adjacent to Oregon State Highway 58 in an old growth forest alongside Salt Creek. Fishing and swimming are popular activities. A large picnic area along the creek offers picnic tables, a large grassy area for both passive and active recreation.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables

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 require RV hookups - no hookups available at most sites.✕ You plan to camp outside May through October - seasonal operations only.✕ You need a campground with year-round access.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

McCredie Day Use Area & Hot Springs is located one-half mile east on Highway 58.

Large picnic area along Salt Creek available for day use activities.

Book early as this is a popular federal campground.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Things to do nearby

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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: Bobcat, Wapiti (elk), Pileated Woodpecker, Harlequin Duck, and various snake species (ring-necked snake, Common Garter Snake) are documented in the area.

Location

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Campground entrance

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Community

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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.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Blue Pool cost per night?+
Blue Pool costs $8–$44 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Blue Pool open?+
Blue Pool is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Blue Pool have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Blue Pool?+
Blue Pool is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Blue Pool?+
Blue Pool 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 Blue Pool?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Blue Pool is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Blue Pool open, and what are check-in times?+
Blue Pool is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$8 /night★ 3.6 (12)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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