Hemlock Meadows Campground

Umpqua National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Roseburg, OR, OR

Price: From $10 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Hemlock Meadows Campground sits at a beautiful 28-acre, man-made reservoir surrounded by stands of mixed conifers. This reservoir is 33 feet at its deepest point. It is stocked with trout which provides for good fishing from the banks or by boat.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing, Boat Launch

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

Beautiful 28-acre reservoir surrounded by mixed conifers with stocked trout fishing, easy hiking trails, and a peaceful atmosphere. Campers praise the scenic lake views, cool nights, and fair pricing at $5/night.

Wildlife alert: Bobcat, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Snowshoe Hare, Douglas' Squirrel, Western Gray Squirrel, Red-breasted Sapsucker, Canada Jay, Sooty Grouse, Greater White-fronted Goose, and Northwestern Garter Snake documented in area.

Insider tips for Hemlock Meadows Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 5 sites and high demand Bring your own water — no water hookups or water supply at sites Call ahead to confirm restroom access — one reviewer reported restrooms were locked

Skip Hemlock Meadows Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs. You require year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only. You expect large campground amenities — only 5 total sites available.

Best time to visit Hemlock Meadows Campground: May-October — Official operating season per verified data..

Nearby campgrounds: Hemlock Lake Campground (Roseburg, OR), Lake In The Woods Campground (Roseburg, OR), Deer Flat Group Site (Horseshoe Bend Campground) (GLIDE, OR), White Creek Campground (Roseburg, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Hemlock Meadows Campground

Cell signal at Hemlock Meadows Campground (Roseburg, 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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Hemlock Meadows Campground sits at a beautiful 28-acre, man-made reservoir surrounded by stands of mixed conifers. This reservoir is 33 feet at its deepest point. It is stocked with trout which provides for good fishing from the banks or by boat.

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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 RV35 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesBoat Launch
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 require year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only✕ You expect large campground amenities — only 5 total sites available

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 5 sites and high demand

Bring your own water

no water hookups or water supply at sites

Call ahead to confirm restroom access

one reviewer reported restrooms were locked

Best: May-October

Official operating season per verified data.

Things to do nearby

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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: Bobcat, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Snowshoe Hare, Douglas' Squirrel, Western Gray Squirrel, Red-breasted Sapsucker, Canada Jay, Sooty Grouse, Greater White-fronted Goose, and Northwestern Garter Snake documented in area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Roseburg, OR, turn onto OR-138 east /northeast Diamond Lake Boulevard. Continue on OR-138 approximately 16 miles until you reach the Little River Road/NF Road 27 on the right side of the highway. Turn right on to Little River Road/NF Road 27 for 32 miles to the Hemlock Meadows Campground. Hemlock Meadows Campground is located 0.5 mile around the east arm of the lake.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Umpqua National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Umpqua National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Hemlock Meadows Campground cost per night?+
Hemlock Meadows Campground costs $10 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Hemlock Meadows Campground open?+
Hemlock Meadows Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Hemlock Meadows Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Hemlock Meadows Campground?+
Hemlock Meadows Campground can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet.
How do I make reservations at Hemlock Meadows Campground?+
Hemlock Meadows 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 Hemlock Meadows Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Hemlock Meadows Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Hemlock Meadows Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Hemlock Meadows Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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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
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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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$10 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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From $125/night

White Creek Campground

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