Mona
Known for fishing, boating, canoeing and other water sports, Mona campground is located on the northwest shore of Blue River Reservoir. The campground is situated on a long, narrow strip of mixed conifers along the shore, the thick vegetation secludes each campsite, allowing for privacy. Slopes of mixed conifers and other trees surround the area. Reservations are available May through mid-September. They can be made up to six months in advance, but must be made at least four days prior to your intended arrival date.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 19 |
| Tent-only | 1 |
| Host/management | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 70 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
20 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Tent only | Back-in | Partial | Yes | |||||
| 002 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Partial | Yes | ||||
| 003 | Standard | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Full | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 004 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Partial | Riverfront | Yes | |||
| 005 | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Full | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 006 | Standard | 45 | Paved | Full | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 007 | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Full | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 008 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Partial | Yes | ||||
| 009 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Partial | Yes | ||||
| 010 | Standard | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 | 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 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 70 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Site 023 - MANAGEMENT is listed accessible |
Mona Campground is popular for water play and fishing on Blue River Reservoir. There are 20 single and two double sites with tables and fire rings. Drinking water, vault toilets, and firewood for sale are provided. There is a host onsite. The campground road and parking spurs are paved, with mostly flat sites that accommodate either tents or trailers/RVs.
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 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 - $25 per night. Multiple Campsites - $50 per night. Extra Vehicles - $10 per vehicle, per night. Day Use - $10 per vehicle, per day. Download the Recreation.gov mobile app prior to your trip so you can pay the overnight fee onsite with Scan and Pay. |
| 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 |
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Getting there
Located 51 miles east of Eugene, OR. Follow Hwy 126 to the east, take a left turn on Forest Road 15 at Blue River Reservoir turn off. Follow Blue River Reservoir RD approximately 4 miles, take left turn across bridge to access campground. The campground entrance is on the left.
| Nearest town | Blue River, Oregon |
| Coordinates | 44.2011° N, 122.2630° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedCamas Ts Rx
16 mi from the campground
- PrescribedJunction Rx
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 ↗ | 26.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Timber Town Resale ↗ | 39.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | Marathon Coach ↗ | 39.5 mi |
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Worth a stop
Come for water play or fishing at Blue River Reservoir or for exploring the nearby trails and Scenic Byway.
- 4.7 mi
- 5.7 miFrissell South Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 8.3 mi
- 11.7 miOlallie Day Use ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 1.5 miBuck Mountain3.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.8 miDelta Nature0.4 mi trail · hiking
- 3 miKing Castle3.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.3 miCastle Rock ↗4.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.4 miTidbits South1.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 2.4 miBuck Mountain East Trailhead ↗Willamette National Forest
- 2.8 miDelta Old Growth Nature Trail Trailhead ↗Willamette National Forest
- 3 miKing's Castle 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
- 9.2 miThree Sisters Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 283,818 acres
- 13.6 miMenagerie Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 4,965 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
- Belknap BridgeStructure · Rainbow · 2.9 mi
- Log Cabin Inn EnsembleBuilding · McKenzie Bridge · 5.4 mi
Natural features
The campground sits on the northeastern shore of Blue River Reservoir and can be accessed by driving the West Cascades National Scenic Byway. It is located in the Willamette National Forest on the western slopes of the Cascade Mountains.
Recreation
Fishing, boating, swimming, and water skiing on Blue River Reservoir draw campers here. There is hiking on Buck Mountain Trail and Lookout Creek Old Growth Trail. Sightseeing is popular on the West Cascades National Scenic Byway.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Mona?
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 Mona?
Single Campsites - $25 per night. Multiple Campsites - $50 per night. Extra Vehicles - $10 per vehicle, per night.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Mona?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Mona open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May to September.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Mona have?
22 sites, including 19 standard sites without power and 1 tent-only site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Mona?
The longest site here provides 70 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 Mona?
Yes, pets are allowed at Mona. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Mona?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 2 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
Are there accessible sites at Mona?
Site 023 - MANAGEMENT is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Mona?
Fishing, boating, swimming, and water skiing on Blue River Reservoir draw campers here. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Mona?
Blue River, Oregon. Come for water play or fishing at Blue River Reservoir or for exploring the nearby trails and Scenic Byway.
Source: Getting there
What if Mona is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Lookout Campground And Boat Launch - Willamette (0.3 mi, partly first-come), Delta (2.8 mi, partly first-come), and Mckenzie Bridge (4.7 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby