Whiskey Springs Campground

Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Prospect, OR, OR

Price: From $16 per night

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (27 reviews)

Season: May through October

Whiskey Springs Campground is nestled within the forest providing shady campsites that are flat and located along a loop . This campground has a classic "forest feel" to it. This campground is located on the site of the original supply road (Old Military Road) for Fort Klamath.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.

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

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

Whiskey Springs offers quiet, spacious forest campsites with a classic feel along a loop in the Prospect, OR area. Google reviewers praise its remote location away from main roads, cleanliness, and ample maneuvering room for RVs up to 23 ft.

Wildlife alert: Elk, American Black Bear, and Fisher present in area. Also Great Horned Owl, Northern Alligator Lizard, and Valley Garter Snake.

Insider tips for Whiskey Springs Campground: Book early—this is a popular federal campground. One-mile interpretive loop trail available within campground. Campground suitable for self-contained RVs; no hookups available. Cell phone service is spotty; plan accordingly.

Skip Whiskey Springs Campground if: You need RV hookups (water, electric, sewer).. You require year-round availability (seasonal May-October only).. You need reliable cell phone service..

Best time to visit Whiskey Springs Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Fourbit Ford Campground (Prospect, OR), Willow Prairie Cabin (BUTTE FALLS, OR), Doe Point Campground (Prospect, OR), North Fork Campground (Or) (Prospect, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Whiskey Springs Campground

Cell signal at Whiskey Springs Campground (Prospect, OR): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.

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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Prospect, OR, OR4.6 (27 reviews)From $16/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Whiskey Springs Campground is nestled within the forest providing shady campsites that are flat and located along a loop . This campground has a classic "forest feel" to it. This campground is located on the site of the original supply road (Old Military Road) for Fort Klamath.

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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 RV40 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
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 (water, electric, sewer).You require year-round availability (seasonal May-October only).You need reliable cell phone service.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground.

One-mile interpretive loop trail available within campground.

Campground suitable for self-contained RVs; no hookups available.

Cell phone service is spotty; plan accordingly.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October 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 · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: AT&T.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Elk, American Black Bear, and Fisher present in area. Also Great Horned Owl, Northern Alligator Lizard, and Valley Garter Snake.

Location

Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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541-560-3900· Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest
Getting there →

From Butte Falls, OR, take County Rt. 821 south 9 miles to campground sign. Turn left after sign onto Forest Rt. 3065 and go 0.3 miles to another campground sign. Turn left at sign and go 0.3 miles to 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 — Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Whiskey Springs Campground cost per night?+
Whiskey Springs Campground costs $16 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Whiskey Springs Campground open?+
Whiskey Springs Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Whiskey Springs Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Whiskey Springs Campground?+
Whiskey Springs Campground can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Whiskey Springs Campground?+
Whiskey Springs 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 Whiskey Springs Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Whiskey Springs Campground is rated weak. Best carrier: AT&T. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Whiskey Springs Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Whiskey Springs Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Data sources on this page
Recreation.govLive site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather ServiceLive hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality APILive AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalistResearch-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen APIToday’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband MapVerizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.orgSunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street ViewCampground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDBADA 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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$16 /night4.6 (27)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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