U.S. Forest Service · Umpqua National Forest · Idleyld Park, OR

Poole Creek

Poole Creek Campground is nestled in a forest of lodgepole pine, mountain hemlock and Shasta red fir, just south of the mouth of Poole Creek on the west shore of Lemolo Lake. The lake is the highest reservoir on the North Umpqua River at an elevation of 4,150 feet.

Temporarily closedReservable · Recreation.gov61 sitesFrom $5 per night45 ft maxNo hookupsPets okFires ok

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1fire
active
Rx Cold Springs (prescribed burn) · 5 mi away · 158 acres
Interagency incident data as of 2026-10-16
Incident details ↓

Site mix

Standard, no hookups60
Group sites1
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

Will my RV fit

The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

61 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteTypeEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadeWaterfrontPeople / vehiclesFiresRating
GROUP SITE 1GroupPull-through45GravelFullLakefront40 / 10Yes
001StandardBack-in25PavedPartial8 / 2YesStandard
002StandardPull-through25PavedPartialLakefront12 / 2YesPrime
003StandardBack-in25PavedPartial8 / 2YesStandard
004StandardPull-through30PavedPartialLakefront12 / 3YesPrime
005StandardPull-through30PavedPartialLakefront12 / 3YesPrime
006StandardBack-in25PavedPartial8 / 2YesStandard
007StandardBack-in25PavedPartial8 / 2YesStandard
008StandardBack-in25PavedPartialLakefront8 / 2YesStandard
009StandardPull-through30PavedPartial12 / 3YesPrime

Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.

Amenities & rules

HookupsNone
Max vehicle length45 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions
Fees$5 extra vehicle fee per day MUST BE PAID AT THE CAMPGROUND FEE KIOSK UPON ARRIVAL

This campground has 60 standard sites, all sites are reservation only. Reservations must be made two days in advance. There is also one reservable group site. Sites are equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings and grills. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.

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

Season & status

StatusTemporarily closed
ForestUmpqua National Forest
BookingReservations can be made on Poole Creek, Umpqua National Forest - Recreation.gov
Fees$85 for group campsite ( reserve )
RulesQuiet hours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. Campfires allowed in developed fire pits when conditions allow - please see current Public Use Restrictions for current campfire restrictions. Fireworks are prohibited. Dogs must be on leash. OHV/ATV use prohibited in the campground. Maximum length of stay: 14 days

Umpqua National Forest recreation page ↗

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Poole Creek30°40°50°60°70°January: 10.00 inches of precipitation, 37.8 inches of snowFebruary: 6.83 inches of precipitation, 38.9 inches of snowMarch: 7.19 inches of precipitation, 26.1 inches of snowApril: 6.00 inches of precipitation, 14.4 inches of snowMay: 4.02 inches of precipitation, 1.8 inches of snowJune: 2.43 inches of precipitation, 0.1 inches of snowJuly: 0.80 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowAugust: 0.73 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowSeptember: 1.86 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowOctober: 5.05 inches of precipitation, 3.0 inches of snowNovember: 9.42 inches of precipitation, 24.8 inches of snowDecember: 11.91 inches of precipitation, 49.3 inches of snowJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 33.2°F averageFebruary: 34.5°F averageMarch: 37.3°F averageApril: 41.1°F averageMay: 49.5°F averageJune: 55.6°F averageJuly: 63.7°F averageAugust: 63.1°F averageSeptember: 57.5°F averageOctober: 47.2°F averageNovember: 37.8°F averageDecember: 32.3°F average0 in10 in20 in30 in40 in50 inTemp °FInches
The line is the average temperature and the bars are average precipitation at Lemolo Lake 3 NNW, 4 miles from the campground at 4,077 feet, station USC00354835 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. Precipitation totals about 66 inches a year. The dotted line is average snowfall, about 196 inches a year on the same inches scale.

Getting there

From Roseburg, OR, travel east on OR-138 / NE Diamond Lake Boulevard for approximately 72 miles, turn left onto Forest Road 2610 (Bird's Point Road). Proceed 4 miles and turn right at the Poole Creek Campground sign. The campground is located on the west shore of Lemolo Lake. Turn right after the fee station for the group site.

Nearest townIdleyld Park, Oregon
Coordinates43.3100° N, 122.2005° W · Directions ↗

Fire nearby

  • Prescribed
    Rx Cold Springs

    5 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 stationMazama Campground Dump Station ↗30.7 mi
RV sales & serviceOregon West RV ↗58.7 mi

Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.

Explore

Video

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Worth a stop

Experience 172 miles of diverse river and mountain landscapes along the Rogue-Umpqua National Scenic Byway. Travel from rolling oak-covered hills and towering coniferous forests, to roaring whitewater rapids and ancient lava flows. The highway travels alongside the Upper Rogue and North Umpqua Wild and Scenic Rivers that contain world-class fisheries.

Trails nearby

Forest Service trail data →
  • 0.2 mi
    Nfst-2610560
    0.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
  • 0.2 mi
    Poole-Lemolo Connect South XC
    under 0.1 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
  • 0.2 mi
    Nfst-3401980
    0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
  • 0.3 mi
    Nfst-2610561
    0.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
  • 0.3 mi
    Elephant Mtn. Loop Winter ↗
    15 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
  • 0.4 mi
    Lemolo Lake Tie
    0.07 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 →

This campground sits inside Umpqua National Forest.

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.

Natural features

Umpqua National Forest visitors are often taken aback by unique and surprising landscapes shaped by explosive geologic events. The 984,602-acre forest provides spectacular scenery and an abundance of natural and cultural resources. The translation of the word, "Umpqua," meaning "thundering waters," defines the area. High mountain lakes, heart-stopping rapids, peaceful ponds and thundering waterfalls, including the 272-foot Watson Falls on the North Umpqua Highway, offer visitors a renewed sense of spirit. Diverse ecosystems support a wide range of habitat for wildlife. From eagles and owls to salamanders and salmon, these species, along with many others, depend on surrounding undeveloped wilderness, clean streams and diverse forests to live.

Recreation

Boating, fishing, swimming, kayaking, canoeing and water skiing top the list of recreational activities at the campground. Lemolo Lake provides outdoor enthusiasts with a multitude of recreational opportunities year round. The forested shoreline and mountainous backdrop provide a perfect setting for both swimmers braving the lake's cold, refreshing waters, and for anglers casting lines from boat or beach. Populations of German brown trout, Eastern brook trout, rainbow trout and kokanee salmon thrive in the lake which reaches depths of up to 100 feet in places. For waterfall seekers, nearby Lemolo Falls Trail is a steep traverse that drops down into North Umpqua Canyon for a view of Lemolo Falls as it cascades 150 feet to the canyon bottom. A spur trail accesses the bottom of the canyon below the falls.

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Poole Creek?

Sites at Poole Creek are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations can be made on Poole Creek, Umpqua National Forest - Recreation.gov Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

How much does it cost to camp at Poole Creek?

$5 extra vehicle fee per day MUST BE PAID AT THE CAMPGROUND FEE KIOSK UPON ARRIVAL

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Poole Creek?

Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.

Source: Recreation.gov

Is Poole Creek open right now?

Temporarily closed as of Oct 16, 2026.

Source: Forest Service status

How many sites does Poole Creek have?

61 sites, including 60 standard sites without power and 1 group site.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Poole Creek?

The longest site here provides 45 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 Poole Creek?

Yes, pets are allowed at Poole Creek. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Poole Creek?

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. Quiet hours between 10 p.m.

Source: Fire nearby

Is there cell service at Poole Creek?

FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.

Source: FCC Broadband Map

What is there to do at Poole Creek?

Boating, fishing, swimming, kayaking, canoeing and water skiing top the list of recreational activities at the campground. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to Poole Creek?

Idleyld Park, Oregon. Experience 172 miles of diverse river and mountain landscapes along the Rogue-Umpqua National Scenic Byway.

Source: Getting there

What if Poole Creek is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Bunker Hill Campground (0.9 mi), East Lemolo Campground (1.9 mi), and Inlet Campground (2.3 mi).

Source: Campgrounds nearby