Chinquapin Group Campground
The Chinquapin Group Campground is located at the former site of the Camp Oregon Caves Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camp. During the Great Depression from 1933- 1941 the Camp Oregon Caves Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camp was home to over 200 men who worked on projects in the Siskiyou National Forest and the Oregon Caves National Monument. Today, the only structure currently remaining at the site is the historic Grayback Ranger Station, constructed by CCC crews around 1936 and located immediately adjacent to the Chinquapin Group Campground.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 1 |
Site guide
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Pull-through | 30 | Paved | Partial | Riverfront | 75 / 20 | Yes | Yes | Preferred |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 11:00 AM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Site 001 is listed accessible |
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. |
| Forest | Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations - Entrance is locked. A combination is provided in reservation confirmation letter. |
| Fees | $75/night (NOTE: This is a group camp; the price reflects the rental of the whole site.) |
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Getting there
From the Redwood Hwy (Hwy 199) in Cave Junction, turn east on Hwy 46 towards Oregon Caves National Monument. Continue on Hwy 46 for approximately 10.5 miles and just a quarter mile past the Grayback Campground on the left is Cedar Guard Station.
| Nearest town | Cave Junction, Oregon |
| Coordinates | 42.1403° N, 123.4566° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedPatterson Rx
46 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 | Dump station ↗ | 24.6 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sawyer Station Paddles and Oars ↗ | 28.9 mi |
| RV sales & service | Blue Compass RV ↗ | 33.6 mi |
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Camping at Chinquapin
Worth a stop
- 0.1 miGrayback Interpretative Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 4.3 miLimestone Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miGrayback Interpretative ↗1.6 mi trail · hiking
- 4.6 miLake Mountain2.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.1 miGrayback Interpretative Trailhead ↗Rogue River-Siskiyou 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 Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forests.
- inRogue River-Siskiyou National Forests ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,852,705 acres
- 11.6 miRed Buttes Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 20,130 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
- Cedar Guard Station No. 1019Building · Cave Junction · 0.3 mi
- Logan Drain DitchesStructure · Cave Junction · 9.8 mi
- Logan Wash DitchStructure · Cave Junction · 9.8 mi
Recreation
The Grayback Interpretive #1204 follows Grayback Creek adjacent to Chinquapin Group Campground and is open to hikers who occasionally may use the toilet in the campground.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Chinquapin Group Campground?
Sites at Chinquapin Group Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations - Entrance is locked. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Chinquapin Group Campground?
$75/night (NOTE: This is a group camp; the price reflects the rental of the whole site.)
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Chinquapin Group Campground?
Check-in 11:00 AM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Chinquapin Group Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Chinquapin Group Campground have?
1 site, including 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Chinquapin Group Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Chinquapin Group Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Chinquapin Group Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Chinquapin Group Campground?
Site 001 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 the nearest town to Chinquapin Group Campground?
Cave Junction, Oregon.
Source: Getting there
What if Chinquapin Group Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Grayback Campground (0.7 mi), Bolan Lake Campground (8.1 mi), and Little Falls Campground (13.2 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby