Riverside At Detroit
Riverside Campground provides 32 single campsites that can accomodate trailers up to 24 feet in length, 1 double campsite. The campground is situated with two main loops. All sites are equipped with picnic tables and fire rings. Water is provided via individual faucet risers located throughout the campground. There are three double-vault toilets located in accessible locations. Trash receptacles are located in the campground. Campfires allowed until and unless otherwise posted. Fire bans are common during summer months. Please plan accordingly. This system is the same as putting cash into a fee tube and cannot be refunded. If no Scan & Pay option is available you must pay via cash or check.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 37 |
| Host/management | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
37 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | East Loop | Back-in | 46 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 002 | East Loop | Back-in | 47 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 003 | East Loop | Back-in | 21 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 004 | East Loop | Back-in | 32 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 005 | East Loop | Back-in | 36 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 006 | East Loop | Back-in | 34 | Paved | None | No / No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 007 | East Loop | Back-in | 24 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 008 | East Loop | Back-in | 23 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 009 | East Loop | Back-in | 42 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 010 | East Loop | Back-in | 27 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 1 | 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 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 95 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
This campground has 37 sites, 26 are reservable. The campground is comprised of two sections. The southeast (upriver) section has more secluded sites on a bluff overlooking the river. Northwest (downriver) sites have partial shade and a more open setting. Drinking water spigots can be found throughout the campground. Waste gray water disposal sites are provided. Firewood is available for sale on-site.
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 | April to September |
| 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 - $21 per night. Double Sites - $40 per night. Extra Vehicles - $9 per vehicle, per night. Day Use - $9 per vehicle, per day. Campsite must be occupied every night paid. |
| Rules | 14 day stay limit. Check-in time: 2:00 pm or later. Check-out time: 1:00 pm. Use of chainsaws in campground is prohibited. Dogs MUST be on a leash at all times within the campground |
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Getting there
From Detroit, OR, take Route 22 toward Sisters. Go 14.2 miles to the campground on right side of the road. From Sisters, head toward Detroit on Route 22. Go 43 miles to the campground on the left.
| Coordinates | 44.6424° N, 121.9453° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- This campground has both reservable and FCFS campsites.
- Scan and Pay might be offered at this campground; It is recommended that you pay by cash or check for FCFS campsites.
- There are no refunds, modifications, cancellations, or other fee changes allowed with FCFS payments.
- Please download the Rec.Gov app prior to arriving at the campground as there may be no cellular service or very limited service at the campground.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedSisi Lookout Admin Piles Rx - West
18 mi from the campground
- PrescribedSlow Dxp/Lemiti Rx - West
21 mi from the campground
- PrescribedSpike Timber Sale Rx - West
22 mi from the campground
- PrescribedCamas Ts Rx
25 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 ↗ | 24.4 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 34.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | Big Country RV ↗ | 46.1 mi |
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Riverside At Detroit Campground - Willamette National Forest, OR
Worth a stop
The Marion Forks Fish Hatchery, along Marion and Horn Creeks, is an interesting place to visit. Here, visitors can see rainbow trout, summer steelhead and spring chinook being harvested.
- 9.8 miRiggs Lake Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 11.5 miCabot Lake Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 12.1 miUpper Arm Day Use Area ↗Day use
- 14.1 mi
Trails nearby
- 1.2 miMinto Mountain1.2 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 2 miIndependence Rock1.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.1 miIndependence Rock Summit0.09 mi trail · hiking
- 2.3 miBugaboo Ridge3.1 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 2.6 miBruno Meadows1.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.9 miPamelia Lake2.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 1.2 miMinto Mountain Trailhead ↗Willamette National Forest
- 2.3 miBugaboo Ridge Trailhead ↗Willamette National Forest
- 2.6 miBruno Meadows Trailhead ↗Willamette National Forest
- 2.9 miPamelia Lake 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 Mount Jefferson Wilderness.
- inMount Jefferson Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 109,098 acres
- 8.5 miWillamette National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,801,292 acres
- 13.6 miMiddle Santiam Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 8,758 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.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Independence Prairie Ranger StationBuilding · Marion Forks · 1.8 mi
- Marion Forks Guard StationBuilding · Marion Forks · 2 mi
- Olallie Lake Guard StationBuilding · Estacada · 14.1 mi
Natural features
Riverside is located along the North Fork Santiam River at an elevation of 2,400 feet. Surrounding vegetation includes hemlock, rhododendron and fern, among the towering conifers. The campground is in the North Santiam Travel Corridor of the Willamette National Forest. The forest covers 1.6 million acres on the western slopes of the Cascade Range.
Recreation
Anglers enjoy fishing for rainbow trout on the river. Among the many options for hiking and biking trails, the Mt. Jefferson-Pamelia Lake Trail Area is bound to please all types. Hikers looking for a challenging trail will enjoy the Minto Mountain Trail.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Riverside At Detroit?
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 Riverside At Detroit?
Single Campsites - $21 per night. Double Sites - $40 per night. Extra Vehicles - $9 per vehicle, per night.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Riverside At Detroit?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Riverside At Detroit open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season April to September.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Riverside At Detroit have?
39 sites, including 37 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Riverside At Detroit?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Riverside At Detroit?
Yes, pets are allowed at Riverside At Detroit. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Riverside At Detroit?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. 14 day stay limit.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Riverside At Detroit?
Anglers enjoy fishing for rainbow trout on the river. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Riverside At Detroit is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Marion Forks Campground and Day Use Area (2.1 mi, first-come), Whispering Falls Campground (4.4 mi, partly first-come), and Santiam Flats Campground (9.7 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby