Delta
Willamette National Forest — riverside, fishing
Location: Blue River, OR, OR
Price: From $18.26 per night
Price range: $18.26–$33.79 per night
Rating: 3.9 out of 5 (11 reviews)
Season: May through October
Known for its access to rafting and drift boat fishing on the McKenzie River, Delta campground, located along a portion of the West Cascades National Scenic Byway, is one of the largest and most scenic campgrounds on the McKenzie District. Access to the river, hiking and mountain biking trails are nearby. Reservations are available May through Mid-September, they can be made at least six months in advance, but must be made at least 4 days prior to your intended arrival date.There is a non-motori
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing, Boat Launch
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/delta to be notified when sites open up.
Delta is one of the largest and most scenic campgrounds on the McKenzie District, known for excellent access to rafting, drift boat fishing, hiking, and mountain biking trails along the West Cascades National Scenic Byway. Campers praise spacious sites, beautiful views, and friendly camp hosts.
Wildlife alert: American Beaver, Gray Fox, Striped Skunk, Steller's Jay, American Dipper, Western Skink, and Northwestern Garter Snake present in the area.
Insider tips for Delta: Book reservations at least 6 months in advance for peak season About half the sites offer direct water access; request waterfront locations early if desired No hookups available—ensure your RV is self-contained or plan accordingly
Skip Delta if: You need RV hookups—no hookups at most sites. You prefer full privacy—sites are semi-private and close together. You want guaranteed shade—some tent sites lack shade coverage and get very hot. You're booking last-minute—reservations must be made at least 4 days in advance.
Best time to visit Delta: May through September — Official reservation window; campground operates May through October but reservations available May through mid-September.
Nearby campgrounds: Mona (Blue River, OR), Mckenzie Bridge (Coburg, OR), Horse Creek Group Campground (MCKENZIE BRIDGE, OR), Slide Creek (Blue River, OR).
Cell Phone Coverage at Delta
Cell signal at Delta (Blue River, OR): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- T-Mobile 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.
Known for its access to rafting and drift boat fishing on the McKenzie River, Delta campground, located along a portion of the West Cascades National Scenic Byway, is one of the largest and most scenic campgrounds on the McKenzie District. Access to the river, hiking and mountain biking trails are nearby. Reservations are available May through Mid-September, they can be made at least six months in advance, but must be made at least 4 days prior to your intended arrival date.There is a non-motorized boat launch within one mile.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook reservations at least 6 months in advance for peak season
About half the sites offer direct water access; request waterfront locations early if desired
No hookups available
ensure your RV is self-contained or plan accordingly
Official reservation window; campground operates May through October but reservations available May through mid-September
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
Located 51 miles from Eugene OR on HWY 126 to the Cougar Reservoir turn off. Take a right turn (south) on Aufderheide Drive and cross the McKenzie River, turn right on to the campground entrance road Forest Road 400. Follow the road approximately 1 mile to the campground.
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- 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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