Store Gulch Campground
6 campsites with picnic tables, and fire pits 2 walk-in campsites with picnic tables, and fire pits No drinking water Vault toilet No garbage disposal - Please pack it out Campsites are located along the Wild and Scenic Illinois River.
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Site mix
| Tent-only | 5 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Amenities & rules
| Pets | Allowed |
| Fees | Overnight Camping: $10 per site per night; Additional Vehicle Fee: $5 per vehicle per day. NOTE: 50% discount for Interagency Senior and Access Pass holders on a single campsite. This discount does not apply to extra vehicle fees. |
- 6 campsites with picnic tables, and fire pits
- 2 walk-in campsites with picnic tables, and fire pits
- No drinking water
- Vault toilet
- No garbage disposal - Please pack it out
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Forest | Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest |
| Booking | First come, first served |
| Fees | $10 for campsite |
| Rules | Quiet hours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. Campfires in developed fire pits only. Fireworks are prohibited. Dogs must be on leash. OHV/ATV use prohibited in the campground. Maximum length of stay: 14 days |
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Getting there
From Selma, OR, off of Highway 199 is the turn for the Illinois River Road (Forest Road 4301). Take that road approximately 9 miles to the campground. You will pass the Store Gulch Day Use Area and the Store Gulch Guard Station, the next left will take you into the campground.
| Nearest town | Cave Junction, Oregon |
| Area | Recreation.gov lists no exact point for this campground. The recreation area is at 42.31° N, 123.71° W. Call the office before you drive. |
Explore
Natural features
Store Gulch Campground is located along a dramatic stretch of the Wild and Scenic Illinois River, characterized by its stunning turquoise waters and large, sun-baked boulders. The landscape is dominated by steep canyon walls and a wide, picturesque sandy beach that serves as a popular natural gathering spot for swimming and relaxing. Like the surrounding Siskiyou Mountains, the area features unique serpentine rock formations and a diverse forest mix of Jeffrey pine, Douglas fir, and madrone trees. Just across the river from the campground, rugged ridges rise sharply, offering a prime environment for spotting local wildlife such as river otters in the deeper pools or osprey hunting above the rapids.
Recreation
There is hiking, swimming and fishing available at the campground.
Nearby
Store Gulch Campground provides easy access to several unique landmarks and recreational sites along the Illinois River. Just up the road back towards Selma is the historic Store Gulch Guard Station, a rare cedar bark building constructed in 1929 by the Civilian Conservation Corps that is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Adjacent to the station is the Store Gulch Day Use Area, featuring a steep trail that leads down to a large sandy beach and deep turquoise swimming pools famous for rock jumping. A short distance further down the road, you can visit the Swinging Bridge, a long wooden suspension bridge that hangs sixty feet over the river and offers views of the rugged canyon. For hikers, the Illinois River East Trailhead is located at the very end of the road, serving as a primary gateway for exploring the remote forests and ridges of the surrounding wilderness. The road becomes unpaved and increasingly rugged after the swinging bridge turnoff, requiring careful navigation for the remainder of the drive to the trailhead.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Store Gulch Campground?
Sites at Store Gulch Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. First come, first served Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Store Gulch Campground?
Overnight Camping: $10 per site per night; Additional Vehicle Fee: $5 per vehicle per day. NOTE: 50% discount for Interagency Senior and Access Pass holders on a single campsite. This discount does not apply to extra vehicle fees.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Store Gulch Campground?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Store Gulch Campground have?
6 sites, including 5 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Store Gulch Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Store Gulch Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is the nearest town to Store Gulch Campground?
Cave Junction, Oregon. Store Gulch Campground provides easy access to several unique landmarks and recreational sites along the Illinois River.
Source: Getting there