Chewaucan Crossing Campground/Trailhead
Open May 15 through October 15 with reduced services October 16 through May 14. No potable water; visitors must bring their own water supply and pack out all trash.
Frost Advisory issued June 10 at 8:13AM PDT until June 10 at 8:00AM PDT by NWS Medford OR
* WHAT...Temperatures of 33 to 36 will result in frost formation. * WHERE...For Thursday morning, this includes areas near Tulelake and Alturas in California and Klamath Falls, Midland, Bonanza, and Winter Rim in Oregon. * WHEN...From 2 AM to 7 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.
Frost Advisory issued June 10 at 8:13AM PDT until June 11 at 7:00AM PDT by NWS Medford OR
* WHAT...Temperatures of 33 to 36 will result in frost formation. * WHERE...For Thursday morning, this includes areas near Tulelake and Alturas in California and Klamath Falls, Midland, Bonanza, and Winter Rim in Oregon. * WHEN...From 2 AM to 7 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.
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…
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.…
Fremont-Winema National Forest 14 Day Stay Limit
Camping or otherwise occupying any location on the Fremont-Winema National Forest for a period longer than 14 calendar days, and/or for more than 28 days total during a calendar year is prohibited. [36 CFR 261.58(a)].
About
Chewaucan Crossing Campground is a free, primitive camping area located directly on the banks of the Chewaucan River in the Fremont-Winema National Forest, approximately 20 minutes south of Paisley, Oregon. The campground offers five individual campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. A vault toilet is provided, but there is no potable water, so visitors must bring their own supply. This is a pack it in, pack it out facility with no trash service. The campground also serves as a trailhead for the Fremont National Recreation Trail #160, a challenging multi-use trail that climbs out of the river canyon in both directions. A pedestrian bridge crosses the Chewaucan River and provides access to the trail system, which extends north to Yamsay Mountain and south to Cox Pass. The trail accommodates hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. The surrounding landscape features high desert terrain with pine and juniper forests. The Chewaucan River provides fishing opportunities for rainbow and brook trout. The campground has a parking area with adequate turnaround space for trailers.
Directions
From Paisley, take Highway 31 north approximately 0.3 miles to Mill Street/County Highway 2-8/Forest Service Road 33. Turn left and go approximately 1.0 mile to a fork, staying left on County Highway 2-8/FS Road 33/River Road for approximately 6.6 miles. The campground entrance is on the left.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 943-3114 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Chewaucan Crossing Campground |
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