Oregon / Douglas County / Umpqua National Forest

Kelsay Valley Horse Camp

Closed — Closed for the 2025 season. Typically operates May through October depending on weather and snow conditions. Reservations available through Recreation.gov when open.

About

Kelsay Valley Horse Camp is a specialized equestrian campground nestled along the Wild and Scenic North Umpqua River in the high Cascade meadows of Umpqua National Forest. The campground features five campsites designed to accommodate pack and saddle use, with most sites equipped with steel corrals, picnic tables, and fire pits. The camp is situated at a trailhead providing direct access to the Porcupine Connect Trail, which links to the North Umpqua Trail and Windigo Pass Trail, leading into Mount Thielsen Wilderness and connecting with the Pacific Crest Trail. The high country location offers spectacular wildflower displays in late spring when purples, reds, yellows, greens, and whites blanket the meadows. The sound of the North Umpqua River rushing through the lush valley adds to the remote wilderness experience. Camp facilities include a vault toilet, manure bins, and stock water available from nearby creek sources (must be treated or filtered). No potable water or garbage services are provided, so campers must pack out all trash and bring adequate water supplies. This is a dedicated equestrian campground, and campers arriving without horses may be turned away or redirected to other area campgrounds. The camp typically operates with volunteer hosts during the season who can provide trail information and assistance.

Directions

From Roseburg, travel east on OR-138 for about 74 miles. Turn left onto Forest Road 60 (Windigo Pass Road) and follow for 4.5 miles, then turn right onto Forest Road 6000-958 and drive 1.5 miles to the campground at the end of the road.

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