Frissell Crossing Campground

Willamette National Forest — lakeside

Location: McKenzie Bridge, OR, OR

Price: From $18 per night

Price range: $18–$36 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (36 reviews)

Season: May through October

This beautiful and quiet campground lies on the South Fork of the McKenzie River and was originally constructed in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps. It is located well away from the main road and some of the sites spread around an open meadow.This developed facility has vault toilets, fire rings, picnic tables, garbage collection, and hand-pumped drinking water.Located on the Willamette National Forest, Frissell Crossing campground resides at 2,600 feet in elevation with creek access. Dou

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water

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

Beautiful and quiet campground on the South Fork of the McKenzie River, originally built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1934, with excellent hiking, biking, fishing, and nature viewing opportunities in a forest setting near the Three Sisters Wilderness Area.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Townsend's Chipmunk, Northwestern Garter Snake, Common Garter Snake, Red-tailed Hawk, Fox Sparrow

Insider tips for Frissell Crossing Campground: Book early—this is a federal campground with only 11 sites and high demand Creek access is limited to one side of the campground; verify site location if water access is important Bring your own toilet paper and check water availability upon arrival based on recent camper reports

Skip Frissell Crossing Campground if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs. You're visiting outside May-October—seasonal operations only. Mosquitoes bother you—multiple reviews mention mosquito presence.

Best time to visit Frissell Crossing Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Roaring River (Group) (MCKENZIE BRIDGE, OR), Box Canyon Guard Station Cabin (MCKENZIE BRIDGE, OR), Red Diamond Campground (Coburg, OR), Skookum Creek Campground (Oakridge, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Frissell Crossing Campground

Cell signal at Frissell Crossing Campground (McKenzie Bridge, 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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McKenzie Bridge, OR, OR★ 4.2 (36 reviews)From $18/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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This beautiful and quiet campground lies on the South Fork of the McKenzie River and was originally constructed in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps. It is located well away from the main road and some of the sites spread around an open meadow.This developed facility has vault toilets, fire rings, picnic tables, garbage collection, and hand-pumped drinking water.Located on the Willamette National Forest, Frissell Crossing campground resides at 2,600 feet in elevation with creek access. Douglas fir, rhododendrons, and vine maple surround this serene retreat.Hot springs and trailheads with opportunities for hiking and mountain biking are within 10 miles of the campground.Opportunities abound in this beautiful forest setting for hiking, biking, fishing, swimming and nature viewing.

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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
Max RV50 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

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—no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You're visiting outside May-October—seasonal operations only✕ Mosquitoes bother you—multiple reviews mention mosquito presence

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 11 sites and high demand

Creek access is limited to one side of the campground; verify site location if water access is important

Bring your own toilet paper and check water availability upon arrival based on recent camper reports

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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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, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Townsend's Chipmunk, Northwestern Garter Snake, Common Garter Snake, Red-tailed Hawk, Fox Sparrow

Location

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801-226-3564· Willamette National Forest
Getting there →

From Blue River, OR, travel 4 miles east on Highway 126 to Aufderheide Drive (Forest Service Road 19). Turn right on Aufderheide Drive and continue south about 3/4 mile. Veer right at the Y and continue 20 miles to Frissell Crossing Campground.

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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

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How much does Frissell Crossing Campground cost per night?+
Frissell Crossing Campground costs $18–$36 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Frissell Crossing Campground open?+
Frissell Crossing Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Frissell Crossing Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Frissell Crossing Campground?+
Frissell Crossing Campground can accommodate RVs up to 50 feet.
How do I make reservations at Frissell Crossing Campground?+
Frissell Crossing Campground 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 Frissell Crossing Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Frissell Crossing Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Frissell Crossing Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Frissell Crossing Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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$18 /night★ 4.2 (36)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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