Sacandaga

Willamette National Forest — lakeside

Location: Oakridge, OR, OR

Price: From $6 per night

Price range: $6–$14 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

This location has seven reservable sites and the rest are available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Sites must be reserved online five days before the start of the reservation. Any sites that have not been reserved can be used as first-come, first-serve, but users must be prepared to move sites within the campground if a reservation holder arrives and to claim the site.

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/sacandaga to be notified when sites open up.

A quiet, low-key campground in a scenic meadow setting with reasonable $6/night pricing, especially valuable for federal pass holders. Google reviewers consistently praise its peaceful atmosphere and pretty drive.

Wildlife alert: Mountain lions and bobcats present in the area; also wapiti, American pika, western screech-owls, and mountain quail documented within 8km.

Insider tips for Sacandaga: Seven sites are reservable; reserve online five days in advance to guarantee a spot during peak season. Nine sites available first-come, first-served—arrive early and be prepared to relocate if a reservation holder claims your site. Physically arrive at campground to claim first-come, first-serve sites; cannot be reserved remotely. Federal park pass reduces effective cost at this already low-priced campground.

Skip Sacandaga if: You need RV hookups—none available at most sites.. You're sensitive to mosquitoes—reported as a notable issue by reviewers.. You want spacious sites—reviewers noted sites are small.. You require guaranteed water supply availability..

Best time to visit Sacandaga: May through October — Official operating season per RIDB data..

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

Cell Phone Coverage at Sacandaga

Cell signal at Sacandaga (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 has seven reservable sites and the rest are available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Sites must be reserved online five days before the start of the reservation. Any sites that have not been reserved can be used as first-come, first-serve, but users must be prepared to move sites within the campground if a reservation holder arrives and to claim the site.

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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.
PetsAllowed
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 RV hookups—none available at most sites.✕ You're sensitive to mosquitoes—reported as a notable issue by reviewers.✕ You want spacious sites—reviewers noted sites are small.✕ You require guaranteed water supply availability.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Seven sites are reservable; reserve online five days in advance to guarantee a spot during peak season.

Nine sites available first-come, first-served

arrive early and be prepared to relocate if a reservation holder claims your site.

Physically arrive at campground to claim first-come, first-serve sites; cannot be reserved remotely.

Federal park pass reduces effective cost at this already low-priced campground.

Best: May through October

Official operating season per RIDB data.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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at campground coordinates

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 and bobcats present in the area; also wapiti, American pika, western screech-owls, and mountain quail documented within 8km.

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. Just before reaching mile marker 25 the entrance to the campground will be on the right.

Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

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 Sacandaga cost per night?+
Sacandaga costs $6–$14 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Sacandaga open?+
Sacandaga is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Sacandaga have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Sacandaga?+
Sacandaga is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Sacandaga?+
Sacandaga 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 Sacandaga?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Sacandaga is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Sacandaga open, and what are check-in times?+
Sacandaga is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
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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