Mineral Campground
Open for camping. First-come, first-served with no reservations. No potable water available; campers must bring their own or filter from Sharps Creek. Maximum stay is 14 days.
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.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
About
Mineral Camp is a rustic 3-site campground situated along Sharps Creek in the Umpqua National Forest, surrounded by a mature stand of Douglas fir. This small, quiet campground sits at the base of the historic Hardscrabble Grade and once served as a resting point for miners before they made the long, steep climb to the Bohemia Mining District. The campground is free and operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations accepted. Facilities are minimal: vault toilets are provided, but there is no potable water. Campers must bring their own water or treat/filter water from nearby Sharps Creek. Campfires are permitted only in developed fire pits. Dogs are allowed but must be kept on leash, and OHV/ATV use is prohibited within the campground. Access is via a gravel road, making this best suited for tents, small trailers, or high-clearance vehicles. The campground sees light use, offering solitude for those seeking a backcountry experience close to the historic Bohemia Mining District area.
Directions
From Cottage Grove, OR, travel east on Row River Road 2400 for 15 miles to Sharps Creek Road 2460. Turn right on Sharps Creek Road 2460 and continue for 10 miles. Turn left onto the gravel portion of Sharps Creek Road 2460 and continue for 2 miles. Mineral Camp is on the right.
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 | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 440-4930 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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