Broken Bowl
The campground opens for the 2026 season on May 22. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov. No potable water is available; campers must bring their own.
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.
Aquatic Invasive Species
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
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…
About
Broken Bowl Campground sits along Fall Creek in the Willamette National Forest, approximately 12.8 miles northeast of Lowell, Oregon. This intimate 16-site campground offers a quiet, family-oriented atmosphere beneath a mature forest canopy. Three sites are walk-in tent-only, while the remaining sites accommodate tents, RVs, and trailers up to 18 feet. The campground provides direct access to Fall Creek, a popular spot for swimming and stream fishing. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Portable toilets are available, but campers must bring their own drinking water as none is provided. Sites accommodate up to 6 people, 2 vehicles, and 2 tents. Quiet hours are enforced from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., and chainsaw use is prohibited. Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Camping is limited to 14 days within any 60-day period.
Directions
From Lowell, Oregon: Head north from Lowell Junior/Senior High School on Pioneer Street for 0.1 mile. Turn left onto North Shore Drive, then right onto South Moss Street after 0.1 mile. Continue 1.8 miles to the four-way stop and turn right onto Big Fall Creek Road (becomes Forest Road 18 at the National Forest boundary). Travel 10.7 miles; the campground is on the right.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $8 - $22 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 18ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 18ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 782-2283 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS Broken Bowl Campground |
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