North Umpqua Wild and Scenic River — riversideLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
Roseburg, OR, OR★ 4.4 (11 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
Reservations must be made 5 days prior to arrival. Disregard the "FF" (First-Come-First-Serve) availability. We do not allow on-site transactions.
Best for:FamiliesSites:Tent
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ Bringing dogs — wildlife hazards including wolves, mountain lions, and bears✕ Seeking hookups — no hookups available at this campground✕ Needing walk-in accessibility — some water access points are steep✕ Planning outside May-October — campground operates seasonally
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook reservations 5 days prior to arrival
this is a federal campground that books early
Medium trailers up to 19ft can fit at some sites, though no hookups available
Day use parking available for non-campers
Seek out lower-elevation campsites for easier water access as some sites have steep approaches
Best: May-October
Official seasonal operations window
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Wolves, mountain lions, bobcats, and bears reported in area. Also present: Bald Eagles, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Western Spotted Skunks, Ringtails, and Gopher Snakes.
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
541-440-4930· North Umpqua Wild and Scenic River
Getting there →
From Roseburg, travel east on Highway 138 for 40 miles. Turn left/north onto Steamboat Creek Road and then after a half mile, turn left/north onto Canton Creek Road. Scaredman is three miles from the Steamboat Creek/Canton Creek junction. Elevation: 1390’
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — North Umpqua Wild and Scenic River fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at North Umpqua Wild and Scenic River before arrival — seasonal closures common.
Frequently asked questions
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does Scaredman Recreation Site cost per night?+
Scaredman Recreation Site costs $10 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Scaredman Recreation Site open?+
Scaredman Recreation Site is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Scaredman Recreation Site have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Scaredman Recreation Site?+
Scaredman Recreation Site is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Scaredman Recreation Site?+
Scaredman Recreation Site 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 Scaredman Recreation Site?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Scaredman Recreation Site is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Scaredman Recreation Site open, and what are check-in times?+
Scaredman Recreation Site is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
●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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$10 /night★ 4.4 (11)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
Dates full? Get an availability alert
FAQ
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