Three Bears Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground typically operates from late May through September. Reservations required through Recreation.gov.
Air Stagnation Advisory issued January 22 at 1:01PM PST until January 23 at 12:00PM PST by NWS Portland OR
* WHAT...For the Air Stagnation Advisory, light winds and limited air movement will lead to a period of stagnant air conditions. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 20 degrees expected. * WHERE...Central and Southern Willamette Valley, North and Central Coast Range Valleys of Oregon, Lower Columbia River and Cowlitz River Valleys, Tualatin Valley, Clackamas County Cascade Foothills, North Clark County Lowlands, and Inner Vancouver Metro. * WHEN...For the Air Stagnation Advisory, until noon PST Friday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 10 PM this evening to noon PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Deteriorating air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems. Wind chill values and very cold temperatures can lead to frostbite and hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 22 at 1:01PM PST until January 23 at 12:00PM PST by NWS Portland OR
* WHAT...For the Air Stagnation Advisory, light winds and limited air movement will lead to a period of stagnant air conditions. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 20 degrees expected. * WHERE...Central and Southern Willamette Valley, North and Central Coast Range Valleys of Oregon, Lower Columbia River and Cowlitz River Valleys, Tualatin Valley, Clackamas County Cascade Foothills, North Clark County Lowlands, and Inner Vancouver Metro. * WHEN...For the Air Stagnation Advisory, until noon PST Friday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 10 PM this evening to noon PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Deteriorating air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems. Wind chill values and very cold temperatures can lead to frostbite and hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 22 at 9:53AM PST until January 22 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Portland OR
* WHAT...Light winds and limited air movement will lead to a period of stagnant air conditions. * WHERE...Central and Southern Willamette Valley, North and Central Coast Range Valleys of Oregon, Lower Columbia River and Cowlitz River Valleys, Tualatin Valley, Clackamas County Cascade Foothills, North Clark County Lowlands, and Inner Vancouver Metro. * WHEN...Until noon PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Deteriorating air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures have generally warmed above 25 degrees at this time. Therefore, will let the Cold Weather Advisory expire.
About
Three Bears Campground offers a secluded camping experience in a picturesque grove of western red cedar along the Molalla Wild and Scenic River in the Molalla River Corridor Recreation Area. Located 4 miles south of Glen Avon Bridge, the campground features 15 walk-in tent sites, each equipped with a tent pad, metal fire ring, BBQ grill, and picnic table. The sites are accessed from a central parking area, with each site having two designated parking spots. The campground is managed by the Bureau of Land Management and offers vault toilets on-site. Potable water is available via hand pump at Cedar Grove campground, located approximately 1 mile east of Three Bears. The campground provides direct access to a beautiful cobble beach and swimming hole on the Molalla River, one of the few undammed tributaries of the Willamette River. The river cuts a picturesque gorge on its way to the valley floor and is designated as Wild and Scenic. Recreational opportunities include camping, fishing, swimming, wildlife viewing, and photography. Nearby hiking and biking trails include the Hardy Creek Trailhead. Table Rock Wilderness is accessible further up the canyon through three trailheads. Note that there is no cell phone service in the drainage, and campers must reserve sites in advance via Recreation.gov before entering the corridor. No firewood collection is allowed, so campers must bring their own. The main South Molalla Forest Road is regularly used for timber hauling.
Directions
From Molalla, drive east on Main Street/OR 211. Veer right at the OR 211/Mathias Road intersection, following signs for Feyrer Park. Past Feyrer Park, cross the Molalla River, turn right, and follow signs for Dickey Prairie Road. Continue south on Dickey Prairie Road, keeping the Dickey Prairie Store on your left. At 3.7 miles past the store, turn right on Molalla Forest Road and cross Glen Avon Bridge. Continue 3 miles; Three Bears will be on your left.
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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 | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (503) 375-5646 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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