Hart-Tish Park At Applegate Lake
Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Jacksonville, OR, OR
Price: From $30 per night
Price range: $30–$75 per night
Rating: 3.7 out of 5 (26 reviews)
Season: May through October
Located in southwest Oregon in the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest, Hart-Tish Park is surrounded by a variety of landscapes, boasting nearby volcanic peaks, rivers and old-growth forests. Hart-Tish Park offers several acres of beautifully groomed lawn sloping down to the shores of Applegate Lake. Visitors can spot the peaks of the majestic Red Buttes Wilderness while looking south over the lake.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing, Boat Launch
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Hart-Tish Park offers stunning lake views surrounded by volcanic peaks and old-growth forests in the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest. Campers praise it as a serene, breathtaking destination ideal for water activities and outdoor recreation.
Wildlife alert: Golden Eagle, Mountain Quail, Canada Goose, Wrentit, Townsend's Big-eared Bat, California Mountain Kingsnake, North American Racer, and Western Fence Lizard have been documented in the area.
Insider tips for Hart-Tish Park At Applegate Lake: Book early—this is a federal campground with only 16 sites and high demand. Rent a kayak to explore Applegate Lake and view Red Buttes Wilderness peaks. Pack a picnic lunch and blanket for shoreside relaxation. Bring your camera for photography opportunities of the lake and surrounding landscapes.
Skip Hart-Tish Park At Applegate Lake if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You expect resort-style amenities—facilities are minimal with basic amenities only.. You visit outside May-October—seasonal operations only..
Best time to visit Hart-Tish Park At Applegate Lake: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during this period only..
Nearby campgrounds: Carberry Group Campground (jacksonville, OR), Jackson Campground On The Applegate River (Jacksonville, OR), Flumet Flat Group Campground (Jacksonville, OR), Acorn Woman Lakes (JACKSONVILLE, OR).
Cell Phone Coverage at Hart-Tish Park At Applegate Lake
Cell signal at Hart-Tish Park At Applegate Lake (Jacksonville, 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.
Located in southwest Oregon in the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest, Hart-Tish Park is surrounded by a variety of landscapes, boasting nearby volcanic peaks, rivers and old-growth forests. Hart-Tish Park offers several acres of beautifully groomed lawn sloping down to the shores of Applegate Lake. Visitors can spot the peaks of the majestic Red Buttes Wilderness while looking south over the lake.
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with only 16 sites and high demand.
Rent a kayak to explore Applegate Lake and view Red Buttes Wilderness peaks.
Pack a picnic lunch and blanket for shoreside relaxation.
Bring your camera for photography opportunities of the lake and surrounding landscapes.
Campground operates seasonally during this period only.
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Jacksonville Oregon, take Highway 238 west. Go 7 miles, then turn left at Ruch on Road 859. Continue 14 miles, passing Applegate Dam. About 3/4 of a mile past the dam turn left into the park entrance. The check-in is at the general store at the bottom of the hill.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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