Fox Creek Group Camp
Fox Creek Group Camp is situated in a large, open area surrounded by dense forest near the point where Fox Creek flows in the Breitenbush River. The groups site accommodates tent campers plus RVs and trailers of any size. The groups site caters to groups of up to 75 guests with ample parking. It is equipped with an accessible vault toilet, dumpster, campfire rings and picnic tables. The campground is a short walk from the Breitenbush River, a tributary of Oregon's North Santiam River, at an elevation of 1,700 feet. The river's clean waters flow from short forks of snow melt in the Mount Jefferson Wilderness. There is no water service at this site.
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Site mix
| group standard area nonelectric | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fox1 | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 75 / 20 |
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 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
No drinking water is available at this site. The group site caters to groups of up to 75 guests with ample parking. It is equipped with an accessible vault toilet, dumpster, campfire rings and picnic tables.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | May to October |
| Forest | Willamette National Forest |
| Booking | Reserve online at www.recreation.gov or phone 1.877.444.6777 |
| Fees | $65 per night/per group |
| Rules | See special regulations for the area, including dispersed camping restrictions. |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Detroit, Oregon, drive east on State Highway 22. After crossing the bridge, take a left onto Forest Service Road (FSR) 46/Breitenbush. Follow FSR 46 for about 6.5 miles to Fox Creek Group Camp.
| Coordinates | 44.7832° N, 122.0497° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedSisi Lookout Admin Piles Rx - West
13 mi from the campground
- PrescribedSpike Timber Sale Rx - West
15 mi from the campground
- WildfireAustin
17 mi from the campground · 12,888 acres · 98% contained
- PrescribedSlow Dxp/Lemiti Rx - West
17 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Timber Town Resale ↗ | 18.1 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 38.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 44.9 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
Head to Detroit Lake for a variety of activities including power boating, water skiing, kayaking and canoeing. Within 10 miles there are also opportunities for off-highway vehicle recreation, hunting, hiking, backpacking, scenic driving, and soaking in hot springs.
- 4.7 miBattle Ax Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 5.1 miUpper Arm Day Use Area ↗Day use
- 11.8 miOpal Creek Trailhead (Gate) ↗Trailhead
- 13 mi
Trails nearby
- 1.6 miHumbug Flats1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.2 miGold Butte Lookout1.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.9 miMcCoy #6.1 - Boulder Viewpoint1 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 3.9 miMcCoy #4 - Timber Butte Route2.8 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 3.9 miMcCoy #6 - Boulder Ridge Route ↗9 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 3.9 miMcCoy #8 - Bullfrog Route2 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
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
Bull of the Woods Wilderness begins about 2.9 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 2.9 miBull of the Woods Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 36,879 acres
- 3.8 miOpal Creek Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 20,777 acres
- 9.6 miMount Jefferson Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 109,098 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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Recreation
Fox Creek is a central access point to miles of scenic hiking trails. Willamette National Forest boasts 1,700 miles of trails, many of which trek through wilderness areas like the nearby Mount Jefferson Wilderness. Campers can fish and swim in the Breitenbush River. Rainbow trout is the most common catch for anglers.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Fox Creek Group Camp?
Sites at Fox Creek Group Camp 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 Fox Creek Group Camp?
$65 per night/per group
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Fox Creek Group Camp?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Fox Creek Group Camp open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May to October.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Fox Creek Group Camp have?
1 site, including 1 group standard area nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Fox Creek Group Camp?
The longest site here provides 40 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 Fox Creek Group Camp?
Yes, pets are allowed at Fox Creek Group Camp. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Fox Creek Group Camp?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 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 Fox Creek Group Camp?
Fox Creek is a central access point to miles of scenic hiking trails. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Fox Creek Group Camp is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Humbug Campground (1.6 mi, partly first-come), Cleator Bend (2.5 mi), and Breitenbush Campground (2.9 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby