Skillet Creek Campground
Open year-round, first-come-first-served. No reservations accepted. Campers must bring their own water and pack out all trash. Stay limit of 14 consecutive days within a 5-mile radius.
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
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.
Aquatic Invasive Species
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
About
Skillet Creek Campground is a primitive, free campground tucked along the upper South Umpqua River in the Tiller Ranger District of Umpqua National Forest. With just two campsites, it offers a quiet, secluded camping experience for those seeking to escape the crowds. The campground provides easy access to the river for swimming and cooling off during warm summer days. It sits near the popular South Umpqua Falls Day Use Area, making it a convenient base for exploring the falls and surrounding forest trails. Facilities are basic: vault toilets are available, but there is no potable water, no trash service, and no fees. Campers should come prepared to be self-sufficient, bringing all drinking water and packing out all garbage. The small site count and rustic nature make this best suited for tent camping or small vehicles rather than large RVs.
Directions
From Canyonville, OR (exit 98), take a left onto NW 1st Street. At the stop sign turn right onto Main St. In two blocks turn left onto SE 3rd St/OR-227 (Tiller Trail Hwy). Follow OR-227 approximately 23 miles until you reach the town of Tiller. From Tiller turn left (before crossing the bridge) onto Douglas County Road #46, which becomes South Umpqua Road/FS Road 28. Follow Road 28 for approximately 24 miles. Campsite is on the right side of the road.
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) 825-3100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Umpqua NF Camping & Cabins | |
| Umpqua NF Alerts |
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