Sacandaga
This location has seven reservable sites and the rest are available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Sites must be reserved online five days before the start of the reservation. Any sites that have not been reserved can be used as first-come, first-serve, but users must be prepared to move sites within the campground if a reservation holder arrives and to claim the site. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a first-come, first-serve site.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 17 |
| Host/management | 3 |
Site guide
17 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Loop A | Partial | No / No | 6 / – |
| 02 | Loop A | Partial | No / No | 2 / – |
| 03 | Loop A | Partial | No / No | 4 / – |
| 04 | Loop A | Partial | No / No | 4 / – |
| 05 | Loop A | Partial | No / No | 4 / – |
| 06 | Loop A | Partial | No / No | 4 / – |
| 07 | Loop A | Partial | No / No | 4 / – |
| 08 | Loop A | Partial | No / No | 4 / – |
| 09 | Loop A | Partial | No / No | 4 / – |
| 10 | Loop A | Partial | No / No | 4 / – |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
The campground has two communal bathrooms, regular trash service, and potable water available via hand pump.
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. |
| Season | May to September |
| Forest | Willamette National Forest |
| Booking | No advance reservations. |
| Fees | Single campsite: $14 (single campsite capacity: 6 persons, 2 vehicles, 2 tents). Extra vehicle: $6 per vehicle, per night. Campsite must be occupied every night paid, and fees must be paid within 30 minutes of arrival. |
| Rules | Non street-legal OHV use prohibited in the campground. 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
Exit I-5 heading east on Highway 58 towards Oakridge, OR. On the east side of Oakridge, just past mile marker 37, take a right onto Kitson Springs Road. In approximately half a mile take a right onto Forest Service Road 21. Just before reaching mile marker 25 the entrance to the campground will be on the right.
| Coordinates | 43.4964° N, 122.3283° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) using cash or by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedRx Cold Springs
13 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 ↗ | 45.1 mi |
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Worth a stop
Middle Fork River, Young's Rock, Chuckle Springs, Indigo Springs, Timpanogas Lake, Diamond Peak Wilderness
- 10.5 miBoulder Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 14.3 miLemolo Lake Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 14.5 miC.T. Beach Picnic Area And Boat Launch ↗Boat launch
Trails nearby
- 3.2 miIndigo Springs0.2 mi trail · hiking, bike
- 4 miChuckle Springs0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.3 miYoung'S Rock ↗4.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.3 miYoungs Rock Tie0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.9 miMoon Point1.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 1 miMiddle Fork Nat'l Recreation Trailhead: Road 2143 ↗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
Umpqua National Forest begins about 0.7 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 0.7 miUmpqua National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,035,837 acres
- 6.8 miDiamond Peak Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 52,496 acres
- 10 miBoulder Creek Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 19,918 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
Natural features
This campground is on the bank of the Middle Fork River, surrounded by towering Douglas fir and pine trees. Many peaks and springs are nearby and offer scenic vistas.
Recreation
Two short hiking trails are available within the campground and fishing is available in the nearby Middle Fork River. Other opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding are available nearby at places such as Young's Rock, Chuckle Springs, and Indigo Springs, or along the nearby Middle Fork National Recreation Trail.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Sacandaga?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Sacandaga?
Single campsite: $14 (single campsite capacity: 6 persons, 2 vehicles, 2 tents). Extra vehicle: $6 per vehicle, per night. Campsite must be occupied every night paid, and fees must be paid within 30 minutes of arrival.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Sacandaga?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Sacandaga open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May to September.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Sacandaga have?
20 sites, including 17 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Sacandaga?
Sacandaga is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Sacandaga?
Yes, pets are allowed at Sacandaga. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Sacandaga?
Two short hiking trails are available within the campground and fishing is available in the nearby Middle Fork River. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Sacandaga is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Indigo Springs (3.3 mi, first-come), Campers Flat (4.2 mi), and Secret (5.8 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby