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Skookum Creek Campground

Closed — Closed for the season. Typically opens early June and operates through late October, weather dependent. The campground is first-come, first-served only with no advance reservations.

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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.

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.

Forest Service Road (FSR) 2223 and FSR 2212 Emergency Road Closure

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTUREFOREST SERVICEWILLAMETTE NATIONAL FORESTSPRINGFIELD, OREGONFOREST ORDER NO. 06-18-04-25-23FSR 2223 AND FSR 2212 EMERGENCY ROAD CLOSURE

Portion of Forest Service Road 1003 (Tom Creek Road) closed

A portion of Forest Service Road 1003, also known as Tom Creek Road, is closed. The road closure starts at the junction of FSR 10 and FSR 1003 and includes the first 4.1 miles of FSR 1003 to the junction with the 1003-416 and 1003-409 roads.

Sno-park Permits required Nov. 1 to Apr. 30

Sno-Park Permits are required to park in designated sno-parks from November 1 through April 30. Sno-Park Permits are managed by the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT).

Emigrant Fire Closure Order

Pursuant to 16 USC 551 and 36 CFR § 261.50 (a) and (b), and to provide for public safety, the following acts are prohibited in the areas described in this Order on National Forest System

Tamolitch Parking / Trail Construction Closure

Tamolitch Parking and Trail Construction Closure Forest Order.

Detroit Dispersed Camping Restrictions

Pursuant to 16 USC§ 551 and 36 CFR 261.50(a) and (b), and to provide for public safety, the following acts are prohibited in the Closure Areas, roads and their associated spur roads, trailheads, and recreation sites described in this order on National Forest System lands within the administrative

FIRE CLOSURES: Current wildfire closures on the Willamette National Forest

For updates on active fires, visit our fire Incident Information page. Fire Closures:

Beachie Creek and Lionshead Fires Closure

Pursuant to 16 USC § 551 and 36 CFR § 261.50(a) and (b), and to provide for public safety, the following acts are prohibited in the roads and their associated spur roads, trailheads, and recreation sites described in this order on National Forest System lands within the administrative boundaries

Carmen Reservoir Closure

To protect the health and safety of the public: due to heavy machinery and construction equipment traffic, the following area is closed: the footprint of Carmen Reservoir, from the center of the reservoir up to the high-water line and extends to the spillway area to the southwest and Forest Road

Cedar Creek Fire Closure

To provide for public safety, the following acts are prohibited on the National Forest System (NFS) lands, roads, and trails within the administrative boundaries of the Willamette National Forest.

14 Day Stay Camping Limit

Camping, occupying, or otherwise leaving camping equipment and/or related supplies at any locations on the Willamette National Forest described in this order, overnight, for a period longer than 14 calendar days, in a 30-day period.

Camping Restrictions in Cougar Recreation Area

The Cougar Recreation Area is a specially designated area around Cougar Reservoir.

Moose and Gordon Dispersed Camping Closure

The purpose of this closure is to prohibit dispersed overnight camping and make these areas available as day-use only.

Terwilliger Hot Springs Nudity, Alcohol, and Closed Times

To provide for public safety, the following acts are prohibited in the areas and on the roads described in this Order.

Occupation Use Restriction in Middle Fork Ranger District

The following acts are prohibited in the areas described in this order within the administrative boundaries of the Willamette National Forest.Prohibitions:1. Being in the area after sundown to before sunrise.2. Parking in violation of posted instructions.

About

Skookum Creek Campground is a popular tent-only campground nestled deep in the Willamette National Forest, approximately 40 miles northeast of Oakridge, Oregon. With 9 walk-in campsites, this primitive facility serves as the primary trailhead for the Erma Bell Lakes Trail, a maintained but challenging route that provides portal access into the Three Sisters Wilderness. The trail is designed to be accessible for wheelchair users, though the terrain remains very demanding. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis only, with fees payable via the Recreation.gov mobile app's Scan and Pay feature or with cash and check. Sites are $5 per night, with day use available for $5 per vehicle. The facility includes vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire pits at each site, but visitors must bring their own water as none is available on-site. The location accommodates horses and pack animals, making it a popular starting point for equestrian wilderness trips. Access requires a high clearance vehicle due to the rough and brushy conditions of Forest Road 1957, which travels 3.6 miles from Aufderheide Drive to the campground parking area. The remote location and primitive amenities attract experienced campers seeking a true backcountry experience with convenient wilderness access for hiking, fishing, and horseback riding.

Directions

From Oakridge, travel west on Highway 58 for 2.1 miles. Turn right onto Westfir-Oakridge Road for 1.3 miles, then continue right toward Westfir. At the four-way intersection in Westfir, go straight onto Forest Road 19/Aufderheide Drive. Continue approximately 32 miles to Forest Road 1957 on the right. Turn right onto FR 1957 and travel 3.6 miles to the campground parking area. High clearance vehicle required; road is rough and brushy.

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