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).