Hard Rock Campground

Willamette National Forest — riverside, fishing

Location: Coburg, OR, OR

Price: From $35 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (5 reviews)

Season: May through October

Hard Rock Campground is a small, primitive group site along the South Fork of the McKenzie River in Oregon. Many hiking trails are available in the surrounding area and the river offers fishing opportunities.The campground offers one tent-only group campsite that can accommodate up to 10 people. No water or electricity is available at Hard Rock.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Electric Hookups, Fishing

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

Hard Rock Campground is a small, primitive group site along the South Fork of the McKenzie River offering excellent catch-and-release fishing for wild redside and cutthroat trout, with numerous hiking trails in the surrounding area. Campers consistently praise the privacy and peaceful riverside setting.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Wapiti, Great Gray Owl, Sooty Grouse, and various lizard species are present in the area

Insider tips for Hard Rock Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with limited availability One group site accommodates up to 10 people Bring your own water — no water hookups available River offers calm water spots suitable for dogs and families

Skip Hard Rock Campground if: You need full RV hookups — only self-contained RVs suitable. You require water access at your site. You're visiting outside May-October season.

Best time to visit Hard Rock Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: French Pete Campground (Blue River, OR), Cougar Crossing Campground (Blue River, OR), Slide Creek (Blue River, OR), Red Diamond Campground (Coburg, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Hard Rock Campground

Cell signal at Hard Rock Campground (Coburg, 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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Coburg, OR, OR★ 4.2 (5 reviews)From $35/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Hard Rock Campground is a small, primitive group site along the South Fork of the McKenzie River in Oregon. Many hiking trails are available in the surrounding area and the river offers fishing opportunities.The campground offers one tent-only group campsite that can accommodate up to 10 people. No water or electricity is available at Hard Rock.

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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 RV36 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Electric Hookups

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 full RV hookups — only self-contained RVs suitable✕ You require water access at your site✕ You're visiting outside May-October season

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with limited availability

One group site accommodates up to 10 people

Bring your own water

no water hookups available

River offers calm water spots suitable for dogs and families

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October 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, Wapiti, Great Gray Owl, Sooty Grouse, and various lizard species are present in the area

Location

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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 10 miles to the campground.

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

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How much does Hard Rock Campground cost per night?+
Hard Rock Campground costs $35 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Hard Rock Campground open?+
Hard Rock Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Hard Rock Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Hard Rock Campground?+
Hard Rock Campground can accommodate RVs up to 36 feet.
How do I make reservations at Hard Rock Campground?+
Hard Rock 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 Hard Rock Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Hard Rock Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Hard Rock Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Hard Rock Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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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
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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
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
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$35 /night★ 4.2 (5)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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French Pete Campground

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Red Diamond Campground

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