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.
Air Quality Alert issued August 7 at 10:22AM PDT by NWS Medford OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory...in effect until noon PDT Monday for eastern Douglas County...mainly for areas in the south Umpqua River valley near Tiller and the Umpqua National Forest east of Steamboat. Wildfires burning in the region combined with forecast conditions will cause air quality levels to fluctuate and could be at unhealthy levels at times. Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on the weather. People at risk include infants and young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults and pregnant people. People can take the following precautions to protect their health: * Follow local burn restrictions to prevent deteriorating air quality. * Avoid strenuous outdoor activity during periods of poor air quality. * People with heart or lung problems and young children are especially vulnerable. These people should stay indoors while smoke levels are high. * Use certified High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters in indoor heating, ventilation, cooling and air purification systems. For additional information...please visit the web site at https://oregonsmoke.org
Air Quality Alert issued August 7 at 10:17AM PDT by NWS Medford OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory...in effect until noon PDT Monday. Wildfires burning in the region combined with forecast conditions will cause air quality levels to fluctuate and could be at unhealthy levels at times. Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on the weather. People at risk include infants and young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults and pregnant people. People can take the following precautions to protect their health: * Follow local burn restrictions to prevent deteriorating air quality. * Avoid strenuous outdoor activity during periods of poor air quality. * People with heart or lung problems and young children are especially vulnerable. These people should stay indoors while smoke levels are high. * Use certified High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters in indoor heating, ventilation, cooling and air purification systems. For additional information...please visit the web site at https://oregonsmoke.org
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.
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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