River Bench Campground
Open — Open year-round first-come, first-served. No advance reservations.
Air Stagnation Advisory issued January 18 at 9:57PM PST until January 21 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Medford OR
* WHAT...For the Freezing Fog Advisory within the Illinois and lower Rogue Valley in Josephine County, visibility under 1/4 mile in dense freezing fog. For the Air Stagnation Advisory, decreased air quality will likely continue. This is due to an inversion and stagnant air conditions near the surface that will continue to trap pollutants. * WHERE...For the Freezing Fog Advisory and Air Stagnation Advisory, within the Illinois and lower Rogue Valley in Josephine County. For the Air Stagnation Advisory, valleys in eastern Curry and Josephine County. * WHEN...For the Air Stagnation Advisory, until 4 PM PST Wednesday. For the Freezing Fog Advisory, until noon PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Poor air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems. Dense freezing fog could make driving conditions hazardous and create some slick surfaces.
Freezing Fog Advisory issued January 18 at 9:57PM PST until January 19 at 12:00PM PST by NWS Medford OR
* WHAT...For the Freezing Fog Advisory within the Illinois and lower Rogue Valley in Josephine County, visibility under 1/4 mile in dense freezing fog. For the Air Stagnation Advisory, decreased air quality will likely continue. This is due to an inversion and stagnant air conditions near the surface that will continue to trap pollutants. * WHERE...For the Freezing Fog Advisory and Air Stagnation Advisory, within the Illinois and lower Rogue Valley in Josephine County. For the Air Stagnation Advisory, valleys in eastern Curry and Josephine County. * WHEN...For the Air Stagnation Advisory, until 4 PM PST Wednesday. For the Freezing Fog Advisory, until noon PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Poor air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems. Dense freezing fog could make driving conditions hazardous and create some slick surfaces.
About
River Bench Campground is situated on a lower river terrace along the scenic Illinois River in the Wild Rivers Ranger District of Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest. This primitive walk-in campground requires a short hike down from the parking area via one of two access trails to reach its 8 campsites nestled within a forested setting. The campground offers a peaceful, natural experience for visitors willing to carry their gear to the sites. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table and fire pit, but campers must be self-sufficient as the campground provides no drinking water and no trash service. A vault toilet is available within walking distance of the campsites, with restrooms and information boards also located at the upper parking area. The Illinois River provides opportunities for fishing, swimming, and enjoying the natural beauty of this Wild and Scenic River corridor. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. Quiet hours are enforced from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., and visitors are limited to a 14-day stay. Dogs are allowed but must be kept on leash. The camping fee is $10 per night per site, with a 50% discount available for holders of Interagency Senior or Access passes.
Directions
From Selma, OR, take Highway 199 to the turn for Illinois River Road 4301. Take that road approximately 7 miles to the campground. Parking is located above the campsites with trails leading down to the sites.
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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 | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 618-2200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| River Bench Campground | |
| View on Recreation.gov |
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