Alder Springs
Closed for the season. Highway 242 (McKenzie Pass) is closed for winter and typically reopens on the third Monday of June. The campground operates June through October on a first-come, first-served basis only.
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
About
Alder Springs Campground is a small, primitive campground located on the historic McKenzie Pass Highway (OR 242) within Willamette National Forest. The site sits beneath towering Douglas fir trees, providing natural shade on warm summer days. Directly across the highway lies the Linton Lake Trailhead, offering immediate access to the Three Sisters Wilderness. This is a tent-only campground operating on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. Facilities are minimal: vault toilets and picnic tables are provided, but there is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. Dogs are allowed but must remain on leash at all times. Access depends entirely on Highway 242, which closes seasonally due to snow. The road typically opens on the third Monday of June and closes in early November. The campground operates June through October when the highway is accessible.
Directions
From McKenzie Bridge, OR, travel east on Highway 126 for 3 miles to Highway 242. Follow Highway 242 east for 9 miles to Alder Springs Campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 822-3381 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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