House Rock Campground
There are 17 campsites set in an upper and lower loop. Some of the sites can accommodate trailers up to 22 feet in length. The upper loop has one accessible single vault toilet while the lower loop has two accessible single vault toilets. Drinking water is available from hand pumps located in both the upper and lower loops. The adjacent picnic area is part of the site and has four tables and two grills, and provides access to the Horse Rock Trial, a 0.8-mile loop trail. 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 | 16 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 64 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
16 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | Lower | Back-in | 33 | Gravel | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 003 | Lower | Back-in | 26 | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 004 | Lower | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 005 | Lower | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 006 | Lower | Back-in | 46 | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 007 | Lower | Back-in | 29 | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 008 | Upper | Back-in | 37 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 009 | Upper | Back-in | 28 | Gravel | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 010 | Upper | Back-in | 27 | Gravel | Full | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 011 | Upper | Back-in | 59 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
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 | 65 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
The campground road and parking spurs are composed of packed dirt and rock. The double-loop area comes with accessible vault toilets and drinking water from hand pumps. Picnic tables, campfire rings and grills are at each site. Please plan to bring firewood or purchase from a nearby vendor. Linn County Parks staff, may occasionally, pass through the park with firewood available for purchase.
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 | Single Campsites - $23 per night. Extra Vehicles - $8 per vehicle, per night. Day Use - No fee |
| 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: 12:00 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 Sweet Home, follow Highway 20 east for 26 miles to Forest Road 2044 and turn right. Follow Forest Road 2044 for a half mile and turn right, then drive for another quarter mile. House Rock Campground is across the Sheep Creek bridge.
| Coordinates | 44.3936° N, 122.2439° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- 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.
- Campfire wood is not readily available at the park.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedCamas Ts Rx
6 mi from the campground
- PrescribedSisi Lookout Admin Piles Rx - West
40 mi from the campground
- PrescribedSlow Dxp/Lemiti Rx - West
43 mi from the campground
- PrescribedSpike Timber Sale Rx - West
43 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 ↗ | 23.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Timber Town Resale ↗ | 26.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Marathon Coach ↗ | 43.7 mi |
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House Rock Campground - Willamette National Forest, OR
Worth a stop
Campers enjoy hiking the House Rock Trail, which starts at the day-use area. Part of the trail shares paths with the historic Santiam Wagon Road, a trail used to transport livestock east across the Cascade Mountains to central Oregon's grasslands. In addition to the House Rock Trail, hikers have access to a variety of other trails in the Tombstone Pass Area, like the Iron Mountain Trail. Swimming is popular, especially because many sites have riverfront access to shallow swimming areas. Anglers can cast for native cutthroat trout.
- 5.6 miBrowder Ridge Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 12 miMckenzie River Trailhead - Upper ↗Trailhead
- 13.9 miOlallie Day Use ↗Day use
- 14.1 miDogwood Picnic Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miHouse Rock Loop0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.9 miSantiam Wagon Road West ↗19.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.8 miRooster Rock1.5 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 2.8 miGordon Lakes ↗7.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.4 miTrout Creek3.4 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 3.5 miGordon Meadows Admin0.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.1 miHouse Rock Trailhead ↗Willamette National Forest
- 1.8 miSantiam Wagon Road: Sevenmile Section ↗Willamette National Forest
- 1.9 miSantiam Wagon Road: Mountain House Section ↗Willamette National Forest
- 2.7 miGordon Lakes Trailhead East ↗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
- 2.3 miMenagerie Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 4,965 acres
- 7 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
- Short BridgeStructure · Cascadia · 13.1 mi
Natural features
House Rock Campground is perched on the confluence of Sheep Creek and the South Santiam River in an old growth grove. The river is a 66-mile tributary of the Santiam River that is fed by snowmelt from the Cascade Mountains.
Recreation
Swimming is popular, especially because many sites have riverfront access to shallow swimming areas. Anglers can cast for native cutthroat trout. In addition to the House Rock Trail, hikers have access to a variety of other trails in the Tombstone Pass Area, like the Iron Mountain Trail.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at House Rock Campground?
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 House Rock Campground?
Single Campsites - $23 per night. Extra Vehicles - $8 per vehicle, per night. Day Use - No fee
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at House Rock Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is House Rock Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May to October.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does House Rock Campground have?
17 sites, including 16 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at House Rock Campground?
The longest site here provides 65 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 House Rock Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at House Rock Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at House Rock Campground?
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. Camping is not allowed more than 14 days in a 60 day period.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at House Rock Campground?
Swimming is popular, especially because many sites have riverfront access to shallow swimming areas. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if House Rock Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Sevenmile (1.8 mi, partly first-come), Fernview Group Site (2.8 mi), and Yukwah Campground (4.7 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby