Slide Creek

Willamette National Forest — ocean access, fishing

Location: Blue River, OR, OR

Price: From $22 per night

Price range: $22–$44 per night

Rating: 3.9 out of 5 (34 reviews)

Season: May through October

Slide Creek Campground is a unique camping destination just 50 miles from Eugene, Oregon. Located on the east bank of the Cougar Reservoir, it is known for handy access to boating and many water activities. It is also near Terwilliger Hot Springs, a pristine area with 5 soaking pools fed by the Rider Creek waterfall.Both campground and the day use area guests have access to drinking water, vault toilets, a boat ramp, ample parking and a swimming beach.

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

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

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

Slide Creek offers excellent access to water activities on Cougar Reservoir including boating, fishing, and swimming, plus proximity to Terwilliger Hot Springs. Google reviews average 4.5/5 stars, with campers praising the quiet atmosphere and friendly community feel.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Wapiti, and American Pika present in the area. Also watch for Sooty Grouse, Ferruginous Hawk, and various fence lizards.

Insider tips for Slide Creek: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand. Request a larger group or end-of-loop site if you need more space; Google reviews note some sites are very small and close together. Bring a self-contained RV; there are no hookups available.

Skip Slide Creek if: You need RV hookups — campground has none.. You prefer privacy — sites are close together with limited spacing between neighbors.. You're visiting November through April — campground is closed seasonally..

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

Nearby campgrounds: Sunnyside Campground (Blue River, OR), French Pete Campground (Blue River, OR), Hard Rock Campground (Coburg, OR), Indian Ridge Lookout (MCKENZIE BRIDGE, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Slide Creek

Cell signal at Slide Creek (Blue River, 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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Blue River, OR, OR★ 3.9 (34 reviews)From $22/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Slide Creek Campground is a unique camping destination just 50 miles from Eugene, Oregon. Located on the east bank of the Cougar Reservoir, it is known for handy access to boating and many water activities. It is also near Terwilliger Hot Springs, a pristine area with 5 soaking pools fed by the Rider Creek waterfall.Both campground and the day use area guests have access to drinking water, vault toilets, a boat ramp, ample parking and a swimming beach.

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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 RV90 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsBoat Launch

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 — campground has none.✕ You prefer privacy — sites are close together with limited spacing between neighbors.✕ You're visiting November through April — campground is closed seasonally.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand.

Request a larger group or end-of-loop site if you need more space; Google reviews note some sites are very small and close together.

Bring a self-contained RV; there are no hookups available.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

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: American Black Bear, Wapiti, and American Pika present in the area. Also watch for Sooty Grouse, Ferruginous Hawk, and various fence lizards.

Location

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801-226-3564· Willamette National Forest
Getting there →

From Blue River, travel 4 miles east on Hwy 126 to Aufderheide Drive (FS road 19). Proceed on Aufderheide Drive for 9.5 miles to FS road 1900-500 and continue for 1.5 miles to Slide Creek Campground.

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.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Slide Creek cost per night?+
Slide Creek costs $22–$44 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Slide Creek open?+
Slide Creek is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Slide Creek have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Slide Creek?+
Slide Creek can accommodate RVs up to 90 feet.
How do I make reservations at Slide Creek?+
Slide Creek 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 Slide Creek?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Slide Creek is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Slide Creek open, and what are check-in times?+
Slide Creek 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
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
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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
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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$22 /night★ 3.9 (34)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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