U.S. Forest Service · Willamette National Forest · Oregon

Sand Prairie Campground

This 21-site campground is located in a mixed stand of Douglas-fir, Western hemlock, cedar, dogwood and hazelnut. The nearby Middle Fork River provides for scenic views and excellent recreation opportunities. Hikers, equestrians, and mountain bikers can access the 27-mile Middle Fork Willamette Trail at the south end of the site.

Closed for the seasonReservable · Recreation.gov25 sitesNo hookupsPets okFires ok

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A wooden sign on a stone base. The sign is brown and cream colored and reads "Sand Prairie Campground"Two wooden picnic tables and two stone fire pits in a shaded, grassy area.Two wooden picnic tables and two stone fire pits in a shaded, grassy area.A rocky beach leading into a blue river. Small tree covered peaks can be seen on the other bank.
Photos courtesy of USFS · Recreation.gov
1fire
active
Rx Cold Springs (prescribed burn) · 21 mi away · 158 acres
Interagency incident data as of 2026-10-16
Incident details ↓

Site mix

Standard, no hookups22
Host/management3
Most sites here open on Recreation.gov six months ahead, at 10 a.m. Eastern. Sold out is not final: cancellations come back into the pool, most of them two to three days out. How to catch one

Site guide

22 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteLoopEntrySurfaceShadeWater / sewerPeople / vehiclesFiresRating
001Sand PrairieBack-inPartialNo / –6 / –YesStandard
002Sand PrairieBack-inPavedPartialNo / –6 / 1YesStandard
003Sand PrairieBack-inPavedPartialNo / –6 / 1YesStandard
004Sand PrairieBack-inPartialNo / –6 / –YesStandard
005Sand PrairieBack-inPartialNo / –6 / –YesStandard
006Sand PrairieBack-inPavedPartialNo / –6 / 1YesStandard
007Sand PrairieBack-inPartialNo / –6 / –YesStandard
008Sand PrairieBack-inPartialNo / –6 / –YesStandard
009Sand PrairieBack-inPartialNo / –6 / 1YesStandard
010Sand PrairieBack-inPartialNo / –6 / –YesStandard

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 1:00 PM.

Amenities & rules

HookupsNone
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions

The campground has a restroom and trash service. All sites have a picnic table and fire ring. There is no potable water and no gas or electric hookups available. Pull-through sites are limited in number and can fill up quickly.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Season & status

StatusClosed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date.
SeasonMay to September
ForestWillamette National Forest
BookingReserve online at www.recreation.gov or phone 1.877.444.6777.
FeesSingle Campsites - $14 per night. Extra Vehicles - $6 per vehicle, per night. Campsite must be occupied every night paid, and fees must be paid within 30 minutes of arrival.
RulesSingle campsite capacity: 6 persons, 2 vehicles, 2 tents. Multiple campsite capacity: 8 persons, 3 vehicles, 3 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

Willamette National Forest recreation page ↗

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Sand Prairie Campground30°40°50°60°70°January: 6.23 inches of precipitation, 1.3 inches of snowFebruary: 4.57 inches of precipitation, 1.3 inches of snowMarch: 5.01 inches of precipitation, 0.6 inches of snowApril: 4.26 inches of precipitation, 0.1 inches of snowMay: 3.23 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowJune: 1.95 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowJuly: 0.53 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowAugust: 0.56 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowSeptember: 1.58 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowOctober: 3.63 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowNovember: 6.66 inches of precipitation, 0.3 inches of snowDecember: 7.54 inches of precipitation, 1.6 inches of snowJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 37.6°F averageFebruary: 40.7°F averageMarch: 44.3°F averageApril: 48.3°F averageMay: 54.2°F averageJune: 59.1°F averageJuly: 65.4°F averageAugust: 65.5°F averageSeptember: 60.7°F averageOctober: 51.3°F averageNovember: 42.1°F averageDecember: 37.0°F average0 in2 in4 in6 in8 inTemp °FInches
The line is the average temperature and the bars are average precipitation at Oakridge Fish Hatchery, 10 miles from the campground at 1,275 feet, station USC00356213 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. Precipitation totals about 46 inches a year. The dotted line is average snowfall, about 5 inches a year on the same inches scale.

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 past mile marker 11 the entrance to the campground will be on the right.

Coordinates43.6014° N, 122.4514° W · Directions ↗

Fire nearby

  • Prescribed
    Rx Cold Springs

    21 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 & serviceOregon West RV ↗35.8 mi
Dump stationThe RV Store ↗39.7 mi
Outdoor gearCabela's ↗44.1 mi

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Worth a stop

Hills Creek Reservoir, Middle Fork River, Young's Rock, Larrison Rock, Chuckle Springs, Indigo Springs

Trails nearby

Forest Service trail data →
  • 0.3 mi
    Middle Fork ↗
    27 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_recreation_or_other
  • 4.2 mi
    Moon Point
    1.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
  • 4.7 mi
    Young'S Rock ↗
    4.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike

Trailheads within three miles

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

On Wilderness Atlas →

Umpqua National Forest begins about 4.9 miles away, and it is the closest of these.

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.

On the National Register nearby

On Register Atlas →

Natural features

Nestled in a grove of Douglas-fir, Western hemlock, cedar, dogwood and hazelnut trees, this campground has easy access to Hills Creek Reservoir, Middle Fork River, and several wonderful hiking trails. The foothills for the Cascades and the rushing water of the Middle Fork provide an excellent backdrop for your stay.

Recreation

With Hills Creek Reservoir and the Middle Fork River so nearby, Sand Prairie is a wonderful place to stay for kayakers, paddle boarders, and fishers alike. It also serves as a gateway to the Middle Fork National Recreation Trail, making it a great place for mountain bikers, hikers, and equestrians. Other nearby trails help continue the adventure, with trails to Young's Rock, Larrison Rock, and Chuckle Springs all only a short drive away.

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Sand Prairie Campground?

Sites at Sand Prairie Campground 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 Sand Prairie Campground?

Single Campsites - $14 per night. Extra Vehicles - $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 Sand Prairie Campground?

Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.

Source: Recreation.gov

Is Sand Prairie Campground open right now?

Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May to September.

Source: Forest Service status

How many sites does Sand Prairie Campground have?

25 sites, including 22 standard sites without power.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I bring an RV to Sand Prairie Campground?

Sand Prairie Campground is listed for tents only.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are pets allowed at Sand Prairie Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Sand Prairie Campground. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Sand Prairie Campground?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Single campsite capacity: 6 persons, 2 vehicles, 2 tents.

Source: Fire nearby

What is there to do at Sand Prairie Campground?

With Hills Creek Reservoir and the Middle Fork River so nearby, Sand Prairie is a wonderful place to stay for kayakers, paddle boarders, and fishers alike. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What if Sand Prairie Campground is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Secret (6 mi), Packard Creek (6.9 mi, partly first-come), and Campers Flat (7.2 mi).

Source: Campgrounds nearby