Ivan Oakes Campground
Ivan Oakes Campground is located on Lookout Point Lake in Oregon's Willamette Valley.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 24 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 72 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
24 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Back-in | 55 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 2 | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 3 | Back-in | 48 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 4 | Back-in | 43 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 5 | Back-in | 48 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 6 | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 7 | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 8 | Back-in | 66 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 9 | Back-in | 42 | Gravel | None | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 10 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Starting in May 2022, we will not take payment or reservations at the campground. All reservations must be made prior to arrival through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. |
Ivan Oakes is a semi-primitive campground that offers 24 single family campsites. Campsites have picnic tables and fire rings. Vault toilets and potable water are available. Signal Point boat ramp is located less than one mile west of the campground and is usable at low water levels.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From Interstate 5, take Exit 188-A toward Oakridge (Highway 58). Follow Highway 58 East for about 13 miles. At Dexter Lake, turn left at the Lowell Covered Bridge onto South Pioneer Street and cross over the lake. Turn right at the first stop sign onto West Boundary Road/North Shore Drive.
| Nearest town | Lowell, Oregon |
| Coordinates | 43.8760° N, 122.6725° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Cancelling/Changing a Reservation A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount. Depending on when you cancel in relation to your arrival day, it may be considered a late cancellation (see below). Late Cancellations Individual Campsites: A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee. Group Facility: Customers who cancel a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee. No-Shows A no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedCamas Ts Rx
41 mi from the campground
- PrescribedRx Cold Springs
43 mi from the campground · 158 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Oregon West RV ↗ | 17.2 mi |
| Dump station | The RV Store ↗ | 18.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Cabela's ↗ | 23 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
- 0.8 miEugene To Crest Trailhead #1 ↗Trailhead
- 8.1 miClark Creek Nature Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.8 miEugene to Pacific Crest ↗25.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.8 miHardesty ↗6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.1 miGoodman Creek4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.2 miSouth Willamette ↗5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.1 miWinberry Divide ↗8.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 3.2 miEagle'S Rest2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.8 miEugene to Crest Trailhead #1 ↗Willamette National Forest
- 1.8 miGoodman Creek Trailhead ↗Willamette National Forest
- 1.8 miHardesty Trailhead - Lower ↗Willamette National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Willamette National Forest.
- inWillamette National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,801,292 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
Located in the Calapooya Mountains, Ivan Oakes is surrounded by woodland. With close proximity to the Willamette National Forest, the area is home to lots of wildlife. The weather is generally mild during the recreation season with temperatures ranging from the low 50s to the upper 90s. Chances of precipitation are high from May through mid-June.
Recreation
Ivan Oakes Campground is located on the northern shore of Lookout Point Lake in the Calapooya Mountains. The Eugene-to-Pacific Crest Trail (EPCT), a 108 mile long recreation trail that connects the city of Eugene to the Cascade mountain range, runs along the campground providing easy access for hikers. The reservoir is a popular fishing spot with chinook salmon, walleye, rainbow trout, largemouth bass, and crappie.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Ivan Oakes Campground?
Sites at Ivan Oakes Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Ivan Oakes Campground?
Starting in May 2022, we will not take payment or reservations at the campground. All reservations must be made prior to arrival through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Ivan Oakes Campground?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Ivan Oakes Campground?
Cancelling/Changing a Reservation A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation.
Source: Charges and cancellations
How many sites does Ivan Oakes Campground have?
24 sites, including 24 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Ivan Oakes Campground?
Ivan Oakes Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Ivan Oakes Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Ivan Oakes Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Ivan Oakes Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 2 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Ivan Oakes Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Ivan Oakes Campground?
Ivan Oakes Campground is located on the northern shore of Lookout Point Lake in the Calapooya Mountains. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Ivan Oakes Campground?
Lowell, Oregon.
Source: Getting there
What if Ivan Oakes Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Black Canyon Campground (6.1 mi, partly first-come), Cascara Campground (6.6 mi, first-come), and Dolly Varden (6.7 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby



