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.
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
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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