Indigo Springs

Willamette National Forest — lakeside

Location: Oakridge, OR, OR

Price: From $6 per night

Price range: $6–$12 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) with cash or by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water

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

A peaceful, primitive campground with gorgeous scenery and a 4.7/5 Google rating. Campers praise it as a great escape spot with minimal crowds.

Wildlife alert: Mountain Lions, American Black Bears, Wapiti, and American Pikas present in area. Mosquitoes can be abundant near standing water in creek areas.

Insider tips for Indigo Springs: Bring DEET or bug spray, especially during peak mosquito season. First-come, first-served only — arrive early to secure a site. Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival for Scan and Pay option. Only 1 tent site available; no trailers permitted.

Skip Indigo Springs if: You need hookups — none available at this campground.. You require reserved advance booking — first-come, first-served only.. You plan to visit outside May-October — seasonal closure..

Best time to visit Indigo Springs: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only..

Nearby campgrounds: Sacandaga (Oakridge, OR), Warner Mountain Lookout (WESTFIR, OR), Campers Flat (Oakridge, OR), Secret (Oakridge, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Indigo Springs

Cell signal at Indigo Springs (Oakridge, 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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Oakridge, OR, OR★ 4 (0 reviews)From $6/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) with cash or by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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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
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Drinking Water

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 hookups — none available at this campground.✕ You require reserved advance booking — first-come, first-served only.✕ You plan to visit outside May-October — seasonal closure.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Bring DEET or bug spray, especially during peak mosquito season.

First-come, first-served only

arrive early to secure a site.

Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival for Scan and Pay option.

Only 1 tent site available; no trailers permitted.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months 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: Mountain Lions, American Black Bears, Wapiti, and American Pikas present in area. Mosquitoes can be abundant near standing water in creek areas.

Location

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N/A· Willamette National Forest
Getting there →

Exit I-5 heading east on Highway 58 towards Oakridge, OR. On the east side of Oakridge, just past mile marker 37, take a right onto Kitson Springs Road. In approximately half a mile, take a right onto Forest Service Road 21. Follow the 21 Road to mile post 29 and the entrance to the campground will be on the left.

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

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Indigo Springs cost per night?+
Indigo Springs costs $6–$12 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Indigo Springs open?+
Indigo Springs is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Indigo Springs have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Indigo Springs?+
Indigo Springs is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Indigo Springs?+
Indigo Springs 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 Indigo Springs?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Indigo Springs is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Indigo Springs open, and what are check-in times?+
Indigo Springs is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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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
api.inaturalist.org
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
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$6 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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