Lookout Campground And Boat Launch - Willamette
Lookout Boat Launch and Campground is found on Blue River Reservoir. The campground includes a day use picnic area, a boat launch, floating dock, and a day use/overflow parking area. It is located on a beautiful open meadow with plenty of sunshine.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 16 |
| Tent-only | 2 |
| Walk-in | 2 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
20 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Standard | Back-in | 18 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Prime | |
| 02 | Walk-in | Back-in | Partial | ||||||
| 03 | Walk-in | Back-in | Partial | ||||||
| 04 | Tent only | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Prime | |
| 05 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | ||||||
| 06 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | ||||||
| 07 | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Prime | |
| 08 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | ||||||
| 09 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | ||||||
| 10 | Standard | Back-in | 30 |
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 |
| Max vehicle length | 30 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Lookout Campground is popular for group camping, as there are no designated sites. Drinking water, vault toilets, and firewood for sale are provided. There is a host onsite. While the day use parking and boat launch area is paved, the campground side is gravel.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | Year Round, weather dependent |
| Forest | Willamette National Forest |
| Booking | Reserve online at www.recreation.gov or phone 1.877.444.6777. Over half the campsites are available for advance reservation via recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Single Campsites - $19 per night. Extra Vehicles - $10 per vehicle, per night. Day Use - $10 per vehicle, per day. Download the Recreation.gov mobile app prior to your trip so you can pay the overnight fee onsite with Scan and Pay. |
| Rules | Maximum trailer length 40 feet. 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
From Blue River, travel 3 miles east on Hwy 126. Turn left on FS 15 Road. Go 4 miles to Lookout Boating Site & Campground on left.
| Nearest town | Blue River, Oregon |
| Coordinates | 44.2048° N, 122.2586° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedCamas Ts Rx
16 mi from the campground
- PrescribedJunction Rx
42 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Sweet Home RV Dump ↗ | 26.5 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Timber Town Resale ↗ | 38.9 mi |
| RV sales & service | Marathon Coach ↗ | 39.7 mi |
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Lookout Campground, Willamette National Forest, OR
Worth a stop
Come for water play or fishing at Blue River Reservoir or for exploring the nearby trails and Scenic Byway. Hot springs are loctated within 10 miles.
- 4.6 mi
- 5.6 miFrissell South Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 8.5 mi
- 11.4 miOlallie Day Use ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 1.6 miBuck Mountain3.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.1 miKing Castle3.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.1 miDelta Nature0.4 mi trail · hiking
- 4.3 miTidbits South1.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.4 miCastle Rock ↗4.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 2.4 miBuck Mountain East 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
- 9.2 miThree Sisters Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 283,818 acres
- 13.4 miMenagerie Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 4,965 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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Natural features
The campground sits on the northeastern shore of Blue River Reservoir and can be accessed by driving the West Cascades National Scenic Byway. It is located in the Willamette National Forest on the western slopes of the Cascade Mountains.
Recreation
Fishing, boating, swimming, and water skiing on Blue River Reservoir draw campers here. There is hiking on Buck Mountain Trail and Lookout Creek Old Growth Trail. Sightseeing is popular on the West Cascades National Scenic Byway.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Lookout Campground And Boat Launch - Willamette?
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 Lookout Campground And Boat Launch - Willamette?
Single Campsites - $19 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 Lookout Campground And Boat Launch - Willamette?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Lookout Campground And Boat Launch - Willamette open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Year Round, weather dependent.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Lookout Campground And Boat Launch - Willamette have?
21 sites, including 16 standard sites without power, 2 tent-only sites, and 2 walk-in sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Lookout Campground And Boat Launch - Willamette?
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Lookout Campground And Boat Launch - Willamette?
Yes, pets are allowed at Lookout Campground And Boat Launch - Willamette. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Lookout Campground And Boat Launch - Willamette?
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. Maximum trailer length 40 feet.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Lookout Campground And Boat Launch - Willamette?
Fishing, boating, swimming, and water skiing on Blue River Reservoir draw campers here. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Lookout Campground And Boat Launch - Willamette?
Blue River, Oregon. Come for water play or fishing at Blue River Reservoir or for exploring the nearby trails and Scenic Byway.
Source: Getting there
What if Lookout Campground And Boat Launch - Willamette is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Mona (0.3 mi, partly first-come), Delta (3.1 mi, partly first-come), and Mckenzie Bridge (4.6 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby