Campers Flat

Willamette National Forest — riverside

Location: Oakridge, OR, OR

Price: From $50 per night

Rating: 5 out of 5 (4 reviews)

Season: May through October

Campers Flat is on an open river terrace below Forest Road 21. This small campground is a group site situated in a beautiful setting under Douglas-firs and Ponderosa pines. The dynamic Middle Fork of the Willamette River almost eliminates the sound of traffic passing along the road.

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/campers-flat to be notified when sites open up.

Campers Flat is ideally situated on an open river terrace below Forest Road 21 in a beautiful setting under Douglas-firs and Ponderosa pines, with the dynamic Middle Fork of the Willamette River providing a scenic backdrop. Popular activities include fishing, hiking, and mountain biking the Young's Rock Trail.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Mountain Lion, Wapiti, and Western Screech-Owl present in area. Exercise caution and store food properly.

Insider tips for Campers Flat: Book early — this is a federal campground with limited availability. Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available. Young's Rock Trail is accessible from the campground for mountain biking.

Skip Campers Flat if: You need RV hookups — none are available.. You prefer privacy — campground has full visibility from the road.. You visit outside May-October seasonal window..

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

Nearby campgrounds: Secret (Oakridge, OR), Warner Mountain Lookout (WESTFIR, OR), Sacandaga (Oakridge, OR), Sand Prairie Campground (Oakridge, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Campers Flat

Cell signal at Campers Flat (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★ 5 (4 reviews)From $50/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Campers Flat is on an open river terrace below Forest Road 21. This small campground is a group site situated in a beautiful setting under Douglas-firs and Ponderosa pines. The dynamic Middle Fork of the Willamette River almost eliminates the sound of traffic passing along the road.

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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 need RV hookups — none are available.✕ You prefer privacy — campground has full visibility from the road.✕ You visit outside May-October seasonal window.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with limited availability.

Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available.

Young's Rock Trail is accessible from the campground for mountain biking.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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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: American Black Bear, Mountain Lion, Wapiti, and Western Screech-Owl present in area. Exercise caution and store food properly.

Location

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N/A· Willamette National Forest
Getting there →

Exit I-5 heading east on Highway 58 towards Oakridge, OR. On the east side of Oakridge, just past mile marker 37, take a right onto Kitson Springs Road. In approximately half a mile, take a right onto Forest Service Road 21. Continue on the 21 Road to mile post 20 and the locked gate to the campground will be on the right.

Campground entrance

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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 Campers Flat cost per night?+
Campers Flat costs $50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Campers Flat open?+
Campers Flat is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Campers Flat have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Campers Flat?+
Campers Flat is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Campers Flat?+
Campers Flat 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 Campers Flat?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Campers Flat is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Campers Flat open, and what are check-in times?+
Campers Flat is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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●Data sources on this page
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
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
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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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
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$50 /night★ 5 (4)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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