Broken Bowl
Broken Bowl is a small campground that offers 16 sites with a family atmosphere, mature forest shade, and easy access to the cool waters of Fall Creek.
More like this: reservable in Oregon · pets allowed in Oregon
Check availability on Recreation.gov ↗
Site mix
| Tent-only | 9 |
| Standard, no hookups | 7 |
| Host/management | 4 |
Site guide
16 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Shade | Water / sewer | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Tent only | Back-in | Partial | No / – | Yes | Standard |
| 002 | Standard | Back-in | Partial | No / – | Yes | Standard |
| 003 | Standard | Back-in | Partial | No / – | Yes | Standard |
| 004 | Standard | Back-in | Partial | No / – | Yes | Standard |
| 005 | Tent only | Back-in | Partial | No / – | Yes | Standard |
| 006 | Standard | Back-in | Partial | No / – | Yes | Standard |
| 008 | Tent only | Back-in | Partial | No / – | Yes | Standard |
| 009 | Standard | Back-in | Partial | No / – | Yes | Standard |
| 010 | Standard | Back-in | Partial | No / – | Yes | Standard |
| 011 | Tent only | Back-in | Partial | No / – | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Forest | Willamette National Forest |
| Booking | Reserve online at www.recreation.gov or phone 1.877.444.6777. |
| Fees | Single Campsites - $23 per night. Extra Vehicles - $10 per vehicle, per night. Day Use - $10 per vehicle, per day. Campsite must be occupied every night paid, and fees must be paid within 30 minutes of arrival. |
| Rules | Single campsite capacity: 6 persons, 2 vehicles, 2 tents. Quiet hours: 10 pm to 6 am. Camping is not allowed more than 14 days in a 60 day period. Check-in time: 2:00 pm or later. Check-out time: 1:00 pm. Use of chainsaws in the campground is prohibited. Dogs MUST be on leash at all times within the campground |
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Getting there
| Coordinates | 43.9622° N, 122.6094° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedCamas Ts Rx
34 mi from the campground
- PrescribedRx Cold Springs
47 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
| Dump station | The RV Store ↗ | 18.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | Oregon West RV ↗ | 20.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Cabela's ↗ | 23 mi |
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Video
Video Tour of Broken Bowl Camping, Oregon (PNCVT)
Worth a stop
- 1.7 miClark Creek Nature Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 7.1 miEugene To Crest Trailhead #1 ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.5 miFall Creek National Recreation ↗13.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_recreation_or_other
- 1.7 miClark Creek Nature Trail0.9 mi trail · hiking, bike
- 1.9 miClark/Fall Tie0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2 miClark Butte2.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.5 miJones ↗5.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.5 miFall Creek Trailhead #1 ↗Willamette National Forest
- 1.7 miClark Creek Nature Trailhead ↗Willamette National Forest
- 2.1 miFall Creek Trailhead #2 ↗Willamette National Forest
- 2.8 miClark Butte Trailhead ↗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.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Broken Bowl?
Sites at Broken Bowl are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reserve online at www.recreation.gov or phone 1.877.444.6777. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Broken Bowl?
Single Campsites - $23 per night. Extra Vehicles - $10 per vehicle, per night. Day Use - $10 per vehicle, per day.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Broken Bowl?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Broken Bowl open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Broken Bowl have?
20 sites, including 9 tent-only sites and 7 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Broken Bowl?
Broken Bowl is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Broken Bowl?
Yes, pets are allowed at Broken Bowl. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Broken Bowl?
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. Single campsite capacity: 6 persons, 2 vehicles, 2 tents.
Source: Fire nearby
What if Broken Bowl is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Dolly Varden (0.3 mi), Clark Creek Organization Camp (1.6 mi), and Cascara Campground (2.9 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby