Thielsen View Campground
Closed — Closed for the 2025 season. Typically operates late spring through fall, with seasonal closures due to snow.
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.
Umpqua National Forest Ranger Stations Holiday Closures
All Umpqua National Forest Offices will be closed on December 24 and December 25, 2025 and January 1, 2026.Umpqua National Forest Headquarters in Roseburg will be closed December 25 and December 26, 2025.
Forest Road Closures and Delays
Expect DelaysOn the Cottage Grove Ranger District, Herman Creek Bridge repair and work on National Forest Service Road 1700-623 is occurring. One lane will remain open, expect delays. Drive with caution in the area as staff may also be working under the bridge.
Trail Closures or Alerts
Dread and Terror section of the North Umpqua TrailLocated approximately 1.75 miles upriver from the start of the Dread and Terror section of the North Umpqua Trail (from the Umpqua Hot Springs Trailhead) a boulder has severely damaged the bridge
Order No. 06-15-03-24-03 - Hot Springs Regulations
PROHIBITIONS, in the area marked in the map or Exhibit A.1.Being in the area after sundown and before sunrise. 36 C.F.R. § 261.58(l).2.Camping. 36 C.F.R. § 261.58(e).3.Parking or leaving a vehicle in violation of posted instructions. 36 C.F.R § 261.58(g).
Order No. 06-15-25-01 - Stay Limit of 14 Days
Camping within a five-mile radius for longer than 14 days and staying longer than 28 calendar days in a given year is prohibited.
About
Thielsen View Campground occupies a prime location on the west shore of Diamond Lake, offering campers spectacular views of Mount Thielsen's unforgettable peak across the water while camping in the shadow of Mount Bailey. The campground features 60 campsites nestled in a mixed conifer forest that provides generous shade during warm summer days. Most sites are available first-come, first-served, with approximately 20 sites available for advance reservation. The location provides exceptional recreational opportunities for anglers, with Diamond Lake stocked annually with 300,000 rainbow trout. The campground sits directly on the John Dellenback Trail, a paved 11-mile loop around the lake perfect for biking or walking. Hikers can access the Mount Bailey and Rodney Butte trailheads within a five-minute drive. The campground includes a boat ramp free for registered campers, water spigots and gray water sumps throughout, and vault toilets in each loop. Thielsen View serves as an excellent base camp for exploring the Diamond Lake Recreation Area, with nearby attractions including the Pacific Crest Trail, Diamond Lake Resort, Diamond Lake Stables, and Lemolo Lake. The campground is also convenient to Crater Lake National Park, Oregon's only national park, located a short drive away.
Directions
From Roseburg, travel east on OR-138 / Diamond Lake Boulevard for 80 miles, turn right onto Forest Road 4795 at the sign for the Diamond Lake Recreation Area. Turn right at the gas station and continue for 3 miles; the campground is on the left. From Bend or Klamath Falls, take Highway 97 to Highway 138, then Highway 230 west to Diamond Lake Loop Road.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 498-2531 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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