Lower South Fork Campground
The campground typically operates from June through September. Currently in pre-season closure for May 2026. No potable water or trash service; campers must bring water and pack out all garbage.
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. 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
About
South Fork Campground is a quiet, primitive camping destination nestled in an old-growth forest along the South Fork Rogue River in the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest. Located about 8 miles down Forest Road 34 from Highway 992, this small campground offers just 6 sites, making it an ideal spot for those seeking solitude away from larger, busier campgrounds. Each site includes a picnic table and fire pit, with two vault toilets serving the campground. There is no potable water available, so campers must bring their own supply. Garbage service is also not provided, requiring a pack-it-out approach. The campground enforces quiet hours between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m., and stays are limited to 14 consecutive days. The riverside setting provides opportunities for fishing and enjoying the natural beauty of the Southern Oregon Cascades. Dogs are welcome but must be kept on leash. OHV and ATV use is prohibited within the campground. The area is typically accessible from June through September, with fees at $15 per night for a single site and $7 for each additional vehicle.
Directions
From Prospect, OR, follow Highway 821 east from Butte Falls for 1 mile and turn left on Highway 992. Continue about 9 miles and turn right onto Forest Road 34. Continue along Forest Road 34 about 8 miles to the campground.
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 | $15 - $22 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 618-2200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS South Fork Campground | |
| Rogue River-Siskiyou NF Alerts |
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