South Fork Camps
Open — Open year-round, first-come first-served. No reservations. Winter road access may be limited by weather conditions. Maximum stay 14 consecutive days.
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.
Freezing Fog Advisory issued January 18 at 12:15PM PST until January 18 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 Josephine County. * WHEN...For the Air Stagnation Advisory, until 4 PM PST Wednesday. For the Freezing Fog Advisory, from 8 PM this evening to noon PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous, and locally slick conditions are possible. Poor air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A current Freezing Fog Advisory is going to remain expired, as temperatures in the Illinois Valley and around Grants Pass have risen above freezing. With cool temperatures expected to return tonight into Monday morning, an Advisory is in place to address those forecast conditions.
About
South Fork Camps is a dispersed camping area located at the confluence of South Fork Chetco River with the main stem of the Wild and Scenic Chetco River. The site is divided into two areas: Upper South Fork Camp provides a more secluded location along the South Fork Chetco River, while Lower South Fork Camp offers a larger camping area with access to both the South Fork and main stem Chetco River. Visitors can enjoy summer fun in the crystal-clear waters of this outstanding river, known for its striking clarity and purity. This primitive camping area accommodates tents and small trailers, with visitors able to camp where they want within the designated area. The site provides portable toilets but lacks developed amenities such as picnic tables, fire pits, drinking water, or garbage disposal. Campers must pack out all trash. The area is popular for fishing, swimming, day hiking, and wildlife viewing. Access is via Forest Road 1376, approximately 8 miles from the Forest boundary along North Bank Chetco River Road from Brookings.
Directions
From Brookings, Oregon, turn off US Highway 101 onto North Bank Chetco River Road (County Road 784), which becomes Forest Road 1376. South Fork Camps are approximately 8 miles from the Forest boundary on Forest Road 1376.
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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 | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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