Hemlock Meadows Campground
Open year-round, though road access may be limited during winter months due to snow. Payment is via Recreation.gov Scan & Pay app on-site. No advance reservations; sites are first-come, first-served. Maximum 14-day stay.
Fire Weather Watch issued July 20 at 12:40PM PDT until July 22 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Medford OR
The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a Fire Weather Watch, which is in effect from Wednesday morning through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Abundant lightning on dry fuels will likely create new ignitions across the region. Any fires that develop could spread rapidly. Numerous new fire starts could overwhelm initial attack. * AFFECTED AREA...Areas in southern Oregon along and east of the Cascades, along the western foothills and slopes of the Cascades, and over the Siskiyous, including Fire Weather Zones 617...621...622...623...624 and 625. * THUNDERSTORMS...Moving roughly north to northeast around 15 to 20 mph. Storm mode will be mostly wet thunderstorms, but dry lightning strikes can occur outside of wet cores. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Isolated gusts up to 45 mph. * DETAILED URL...View the hazard area in detail at https://weather.gov/wrh/hazards?wfo=mfr
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.
About
Hemlock Meadows Campground offers a rare combination of seclusion and basic amenities deep in Oregon's Umpqua National Forest. With only four campsites arranged along the south edge of Yellowjacket Glade, this is a destination for campers seeking solitude rather than social camping. The campground borders Hemlock Lake, a scenic 28-acre reservoir stocked with rainbow trout and kokanee salmon. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring, and vault toilets are provided. However, there is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. Trash service is also unavailable; pack-it-out rules apply. A boat launch with dedicated parking sits at the edge of the campground, though motorized boats are prohibited on the lake. The surrounding Yellowjacket Glade roadless area is known for wildlife viewing opportunities including elk, black bear, black-tailed deer, and sooty grouse. The drive in is roughly 48 miles from Roseburg via OR-138 and Forest Road 17, with the final stretch following the east arm of the lake.
Directions
From Roseburg, OR, take OR-138 east approximately 16 miles to Little River Road/Forest Road 17 on the right. Turn right and continue 32 miles to Hemlock Meadows Campground, located 0.5 mile around the east arm of Hemlock Lake.
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 | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 35ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 496-3532 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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