Clearwater #2 Forebay Forest Camp
Open year-round, first-come, first-served with no fees. No potable water available. Campers must pack out all trash. Maximum 14-day stay limit applies.
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.…
Steamboat Road Closures and Delays
To inform a design for a future project on National Forest System Road 38, Steamboat Road, a geotechnical investigation will begin May 19 with work continuing through May 28. This involves a truck mounted drill rig setting up along the road to extract soil and rock samples below the roadway.Delays…
National Forest Service Road 1758-161 and Hardesty Way Trail Construction
Road and trail work is occurring on National Forest Service Road 1758-161 and Hardesty Way Trail on the Cottage Grove Ranger District. Work is expected to continue until the end of May 2026.
Forest-operated Developed Recreation are No Longer Accepting Cash or Check
All Forest-operated developed recreation sites will no longer accept cash or check. Scan & Pay will be available at campgrounds, trailheads, showers, RV dump stations, boat ramps, and picnic day use areas across the Forest. How will this impact how you recreate in summer 2026? With limited…
Umpqua Hot Springs Rules and Regulations
The area of the Umpqua Hot Springs is designated day-use only. Prohibited actions in or around the Umpqua Hot Springs include:Being in the area after sundown or before sunriseCampingParking or leaving a vehicle in violation of posted instructions
14-Day Stay Limit Across Umpqua National Forest
Camping within a five-mile radius for longer than 14 days and staying longer than 28 calendar days in a given year is prohibited.
About
Clearwater #2 Forebay Forest Camp is a small, primitive campground featuring 5 sites situated around a scenic forebay pond in Oregon's Umpqua National Forest. The campground offers a quiet, secluded atmosphere ideal for those seeking solitude and a night under the stars away from more developed recreation areas. The campground operates on a free, first-come, first-served basis with no reservations accepted. Vault toilets are provided, but campers must bring their own drinking water as no potable water is available on site. Water from nearby sources can be treated or filtered. There is no trash service, so all campers must pack out their garbage. Nearby recreation attractions make this an excellent basecamp, including the spectacular Toketee Falls, relaxing Umpqua Hot Springs (day-use only), and the impressive Watson Falls. The maximum vehicle length is 25 feet, making this campground unsuitable for large RVs. Dogs are allowed but must be leashed during the day and confined to vehicles or tents at night.
Directions
From Glide, OR, take Highway 138E eastbound toward Diamond Lake for 44 miles. Turn left onto NF-4776 and continue for 0.2 miles. Turn right onto NF-300 and continue for 0.1 miles. Turn left onto NF-252 and continue for 1.5 miles until reaching Clearwater #2 Forebay Forest Camp.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 25ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 496-3532 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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