Horse Creek Group Campground
Horse Creek Group Campground is located on the banks of Horse Creek. The rushing water and tall Douglas fir trees offer a cool, shady spot to enjoy the outdoors. A picnic area offers a great spot for grilling and group gatherings.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Fits, ft | Surface | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 35 | Gravel | 100 / 23 | Yes |
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
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 35 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Fees | Fee: $75.00 per night |
Horse Creek accommodates up to 100 campers and 23 vehicles. The campground comes with drinking water, picnic tables, vault toilets and campfire rings. Visitors need to bring their own firewood.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | April to October |
| Forest | Willamette National Forest |
| Booking | Reserve online at www.recreation.gov or phone 1.877.444.6777 |
| Fees | Group Campsite - $75 per night (max 60 people) |
| Rules | 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 |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Eugene, Oregon: Take I-105 East McKenzie River to highway 126E. Go 55 miles on Hwy 126 to McKenzie Bridge. From McKenzie Bridge travel east on Highway 126 to Horse Creek Road #2638. Turn right on Horse Creek Road and travel southeast for 2 miles to Horse Creek Group Campground.
| Nearest town | Mckenzie Bridge, Oregon |
| Coordinates | 44.1601° N, 122.1488° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedCamas Ts Rx
21 mi from the campground
- PrescribedJunction Rx
36 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 ↗ | 32.7 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Mountain Supply ↗ | 41.9 mi |
| RV sales & service | Big Country RV ↗ | 42.5 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
Cougar Reservoir is about 10 miles southwest and boasts excellent boating opportunities.
- 1.7 mi
- 2.1 miFrissell South Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 6.7 mi
- 8.5 miOlallie Day Use ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.8 miOlallie ↗22.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.6 miMcKenzie River NRT ↗26.4 mi trail · hiking, bike · national_recreation_or_other
- 2.1 miFrissel4.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.7 miKing Castle3.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.9 miO Leary Mountain ↗9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.2 miCastle Rock ↗4.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.8 miOlallie North Trailhead ↗Willamette National Forest
- 1.3 miMcKenzie River Trailhead - Lower ↗Willamette National Forest
- 2.1 miFrissell South Trailhead ↗Willamette National Forest
- 2.9 miCastle Rock 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
- 2.9 miThree Sisters Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 283,818 acres
- 7.3 miDeschutes National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,870,116 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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On the National Register nearby
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Natural features
The campground sits along Horse Creek among Douglas fir and Western Red Cedar. The creek flows into the McKenzie River, a 90-mile tributary that transports snowmelt from the Cascade Range to the Willamette Valley. Set along the western slopes of the Cascade Mountains, gorgeous, lush mountain landscapes are found in every direction.
Recreation
Fishing in Horse Creek is an enjoyable pastime. The McKenzie River National Recreation Trailhead is nearby, offering fun-filled hiking and biking opportunities. The 26-mile trail boasts wonderful scenery along the river, and is an easy hike for all ages. There are also numerous developed boat launches that provide access to the McKenzie River.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Horse Creek Group Campground?
Sites at Horse Creek Group 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 Horse Creek Group Campground?
Fee: $75.00 per night
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Horse Creek Group Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Horse Creek Group Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season April to October.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Horse Creek Group Campground have?
1 site, including 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Horse Creek Group Campground?
The longest site here provides 35 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 Horse Creek Group Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Horse Creek Group Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Horse Creek Group Campground?
Fishing in Horse Creek is an enjoyable pastime. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Horse Creek Group Campground?
Mckenzie Bridge, Oregon. Cougar Reservoir is about 10 miles southwest and boasts excellent boating opportunities.
Source: Getting there
What if Horse Creek Group Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Mckenzie Bridge (1.7 mi, partly first-come), Paradise In Oregon (3.2 mi), and Mckenzie River Trailhead At Paradise Campground (3.3 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby