South Shore Hiker/Biker Camp
Closed for winter season. Diamond Lake area campgrounds tentatively reopen May 22, 2026 following hazard tree work. The hiker/biker camp operates seasonally from late May through fall.
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
South Shore Hiker/Biker Camp offers a free, primitive camping experience on the shores of Diamond Lake in the Umpqua National Forest. The campground is positioned near Broken Arrow Campground and provides easy access to Diamond Lake's picnic areas and the multiuse Dellenback Trail. At an elevation of approximately 5,183 feet, the camp sits in a lodgepole pine forest with views of Mount Bailey and Mount Thielsen. This walk-in only facility has no vehicle access; campers must park at the South Shore Picnic Area and hike or bike in via the Dellenback Bike Path. The camp features flush toilets but no potable water. Drinking water is available at nearby campgrounds around Diamond Lake. The 11-mile paved trail circling the lake provides excellent biking and hiking opportunities. Due to the high elevation, the campground operates seasonally, typically from late May through fall depending on snow conditions. The Diamond Lake area offers fishing, swimming, boating, and access to numerous hiking trails including connections to the Pacific Crest Trail.
Directions
From Glide, OR, follow OR-138 E, turn right onto Highway 230, turn right onto Forest Service Road 6592, turn left onto FSR 4795, turn right into South Shore Picnic Area, follow the road to the end of the parking area, then continue on the Dellenback Bike Path. Hiker/Biker Camp is ahead on the right.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| 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 | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 496-3532 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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