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Steamboat Falls Campground

Umpqua National Forest — riverside, hiking

Location: Roseburg, OR, OR

Price: From $10 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: Year-round

This campground offers excellent scenery. Although Steamboat Creek is closed to all fishing, summer visitors often see large steelhead trout attempting to jump the falls during their spawning runs. The campground is located on the opposite side of Steamboat Creek from Steamboat Creek Road.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets

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

Excellent scenery with towering fir trees and the opportunity to see steelhead trout attempting to jump Steamboat Falls during summer spawning runs. Campers praise the beautiful riverside location, quiet setting far from the main road, and affordable $5/night rate.

Wildlife alert: Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk, Ruffed Grouse, Red-breasted Nuthatch, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Virginia Opossum, Gopher Snake, and Western Fence Lizard present in the area. One reviewer noted lots of bees.

Insider tips for Steamboat Falls Campground: Book early—this is a federal campground with only 10 sites and high demand The trailhead for the 5.5-mile Mott segment of the North Umpqua Trail is about 6 miles southwest Swimming at the falls is a popular summer activity

Skip Steamboat Falls Campground if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites. You prefer spontaneous camping—book in advance due to limited availability.

Best time to visit Steamboat Falls Campground: May-Sep — Summer months offer swimming at the falls and visibility of steelhead spawning runs; campground operates year-round but summer provides peak recreational opportunities.

Nearby campgrounds: Island Campground (roseburg, OR), Canton Creek Campground (Glide, OR), Steamboat Ball Field Group Site (GLIDE, OR), Deer Flat Group Site (Horseshoe Bend Campground) (GLIDE, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Steamboat Falls Campground

Cell signal at Steamboat Falls 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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    Roseburg, OR, OR★ 4 (0 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    This campground offers excellent scenery. Although Steamboat Creek is closed to all fishing, summer visitors often see large steelhead trout attempting to jump the falls during their spawning runs. The campground is located on the opposite side of Steamboat Creek from Steamboat Creek Road.

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    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonYear-round
    Stay limit14 days
    Max RV20 ft
    HookupsNo hookups.
    ToiletsVault toilets
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire Rings
    Recreation
    Picnic Tables
    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 at most sites✕ You prefer spontaneous camping—book in advance due to limited availability

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this is a federal campground with only 10 sites and high demand

    The trailhead for the 5.5-mile Mott segment of the North Umpqua Trail is about 6 miles southwest

    Swimming at the falls is a popular summer activity

    Best: May-Sep

    Summer months offer swimming at the falls and visibility of steelhead spawning runs; campground operates year-round but summer provides peak recreational opportunities

    Things to do nearby

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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: Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk, Ruffed Grouse, Red-breasted Nuthatch, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Virginia Opossum, Gopher Snake, and Western Fence Lizard present in the area. One reviewer noted lots of bees.

    Location

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    Getting there →

    From Roseburg, OR take OR-138 E/NE Diamond Lake Blvd. Continue on 138 until you reach Forest Service (FS) Road #38, Steamboat Creek Road. Continue on FS Road 38 to FS Road 3810 and turn right. Cross the bridge, stay to the left, and continue on FS Road 3810 for 1 mile to Steamboat Falls Campground.

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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

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Steamboat Falls Campground cost per night?+
    Steamboat Falls Campground costs $10 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Steamboat Falls Campground open?+
    Steamboat Falls Campground is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Steamboat Falls Campground have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Steamboat Falls Campground?+
    Steamboat Falls Campground can accommodate RVs up to 20 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Steamboat Falls Campground?+
    Steamboat Falls 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 Steamboat Falls Campground?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Steamboat Falls Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Steamboat Falls Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
    Steamboat Falls Campground is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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    $10 /night★ 4 (0)
    SeasonYear-round
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Island Campground

    roseburg, OR

    From $16/night

    Canton Creek Campground

    Glide, OR

    From $16/night

    Steamboat Ball Field Group Site

    GLIDE, OR

    From $125/night

    Deer Flat Group Site (Horseshoe Bend Campground)

    GLIDE, OR

    From $125/night

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