Clearwater Falls Campground

Closed — Closed for the 2025 season. Typically reopens around Memorial Day weekend depending on snowmelt.

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.

Umpqua National Forest Ranger Stations Holiday Closures

All Umpqua National Forest Offices will be closed on December 24 and December 25, 2025 and January 1, 2026.Umpqua National Forest Headquarters in Roseburg will be closed December 25 and December 26, 2025.

Forest Road Closures and Delays

Expect DelaysOn the Cottage Grove Ranger District, Herman Creek Bridge repair and work on National Forest Service Road 1700-623 is occurring. One lane will remain open, expect delays. Drive with caution in the area as staff may also be working under the bridge.

Trail Closures or Alerts

Dread and Terror section of the North Umpqua TrailLocated approximately 1.75 miles upriver from the start of the Dread and Terror section of the North Umpqua Trail (from the Umpqua Hot Springs Trailhead) a boulder has severely damaged the bridge

Order No. 06-15-03-24-03 - Hot Springs Regulations

PROHIBITIONS, in the area marked in the map or Exhibit A.1.Being in the area after sundown and before sunrise. 36 C.F.R. § 261.58(l).2.Camping. 36 C.F.R. § 261.58(e).3.Parking or leaving a vehicle in violation of posted instructions. 36 C.F.R § 261.58(g).

Order No. 06-15-25-01 - Stay Limit of 14 Days

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

Surrounded by picturesque, moist, green foliage along the Rogue-Umpqua National Scenic Byway, Clearwater Falls Campground sits beneath a sheltering canopy of old growth Douglas fir. With nine campsites available, campers enjoy the sounds of the Clearwater River as it meanders through the ancient forest. The campground's main attraction is Clearwater Falls, accessible via a short, easy trail from the camping area. The campground is divided into two sections. Five sites are accessed from the main entrance off Highway 138, while four upper sites can be reached via Forest Road 4785. Maximum vehicle length is 25 feet. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with single sites at $10 per night and an additional vehicle fee of $5. Vault toilets are provided, but there is no potable water or garbage service, so visitors must bring their own water and pack out all trash. Pets are allowed on leash, and campfires are permitted in developed fire pits only when conditions allow.

Directions

From Roseburg, travel east on OR-138 / Diamond Lake Boulevard for approximately 70 miles, turn right at the sign for Clearwater Falls Campground. Follow the short entry road and bear left for the main campground. For the four upper sites, continue east on OR-138 to Forest Road 4785, turn right, then make an immediate right and drive approximately 1.5 miles to the campground on the right.

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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 $10

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 Yes

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