Acorn Woman Lakes
Acorn Womans Lake Campgrounds are nestled in a mixed-conifer forest on the banks of Acorn Womans Lake. The facility provides remote spread-out tent-only campsites that are reachable via foot trails. The unique, remote setting offers visitors stunning scenery and access to a multitude of recreational opportunities with a campsite far enough from other campsites. Some campsites are up to 0.8 of a mile from parking area, some are closer. Forest Service vault toilets are spread out and a short walk away.
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Site mix
| Walk-in | 10 |
| group walk to | 5 |
Site guide
15 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Walk-in | Full | Lakefront | 4 / – |
| 002 | Walk-in | Full | Lakefront | 4 / – |
| 009 | Walk-in | Full | Lakefront | 4 / – |
| 010 | Walk-in | Full | Lakefront | 4 / – |
| 011 | Walk-in | Full | Lakefront | 4 / – |
| 012 | Walk-in | Full | Lakefront | 4 / – |
| 013 | Walk-in | Full | Lakefront | 4 / – |
| 014 | Walk-in | Full | Lakefront | 4 / – |
| 015 | Walk-in | Full | Lakefront | 4 / – |
| 018 | Walk-in | Full | Lakefront | 4 / – |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Equipment | Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Fees | THE OPERATIONAL SEASON IS MAY 1ST THROUGH SEPTEMBER 15TH. Outside these dates the campgrounds and day use area is CLOSED, bathrooms will be locked and law enforcement and camp hosts do site visits frequently. |
Acorn Woman Lakes Campground contains a day use area, 10 individual sites and five group sites. All sites are walk-in and designated for tent camping only. They are reachable by walking on foot trails from the parking area. Vehicles must be parked in the designated parking lot, and all personal belongings must be carried to the campsite. The closest campsites are approximately 1/4 mile from parking, and the farthest campsites are approximately 1.5 miles from parking. SOMETIMES we do offer an ATV portage service for your camping gear. We will not transport people. This service is at the discretion of the Camp Host and charged at $25 per trip. ATV's break down, camp hosts need time off so ALWAYS have carts as a plan B. Picnic tables, campfire rings and vault toilets are provided. Group site $19 campers must walk to the bathroom near the day use area. Human waste may not be placed in trash receptacles. Drinking water is available on the East side hand pump by campsite #2 some seasons. Campers must supply their own drinking water or have containers to fill at this hand pump if it is operational.
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 | Open all year. Fees apply early-May through mid-September |
| Forest | Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest |
| Booking | IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not go up to Acorn Woman Lakes without a reservation. You need a confirmation slip in-hand. |
| Fees | Standard Campsites (includes one vehicle): $25/night. Group sites (includes 2 vehicles): $75/night. Additional Vehicles: $5/day per vehicle. Day Use: $7. All sites at Acorn Woman Lakes can be used during the off-season, for free. |
| Rules | Quiet hours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. Campfires in developed fire pits only. Fireworks are prohibited. Dogs must be on leash. OHV/ATV use prohibited in the campground |
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Getting there
From Jacksonville, Oregon, take Highway 238 west 7 miles and turn left at Ruch on Road 859. Go 14 miles to Applegate Dam, cross over the dam (Road 1075) and continue on pavement 2 miles. When pavement ends, continue 7 miles to the campground.
| Coordinates | 42.1231° N, 123.1250° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- For more info email [email protected].
Charges and cancellations
These policies are system-wide, and not specific to each facility. We are NOT staffed to handle or manage cancellations and/or changes via telephone. If the facilities are closed, refunds will be honored. If the facilities remain open, the sites will be maintained, and reservations will be honored. If you have any specific questions regarding cancellations/changes or mofications to your existing reservation, it may be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedRx Long Prairie
47 mi from the campground · 112 acres
- PrescribedPatterson Rx
49 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 | Black Bird Shopping Center ↗ | 18.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | Blue Compass RV ↗ | 18.8 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 19.7 mi |
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Acorn Woman Lakes Campground - Rogue River National Forest, OR
Worth a stop
Remote Wilderness. Hiking trails.
- 5 mi
- 5.6 miDagelma Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 7.8 miSeattle Bar Day Use ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 1.9 miGin Lin ↗0.5 mi trail · hiking · national_recreation_or_other
- 2.6 miMule Mountain4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3 miMule Creek4.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.5 miCharlie Buck/Baldy Peak2.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.9 miGrouse Loop1.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 5 miCollings Mountain ↗6.4 mi trail · hiking, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 1.9 miGin Lin Mining Trailhead ↗Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest · Season Year Round
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
Red Buttes Wilderness begins about 10 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 10 miRed Buttes Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 20,130 acres
- 14.5 miRogue River-Siskiyou National Forests ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,852,705 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
- McKee BridgeStructure · Ruch · 2.7 mi
- McKee Bridge CampgroundSite · Jacksonville · 2.7 mi
- Star Ranger StationBuilding · Ruch · 3.8 mi
Natural features
The Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest is composed of two distinct geological provinces: the Cascade Range and the Siskiyou Mountains. The Cascade Range is dominated by snow-capped volcanic peaks such as 9,495 foot Mt. McLoughlin within the Sky Lakes Wilderness. The Siskiyou area embodies world-class rivers, remarkable fisheries and the most complex and treasured plant communities in the Pacific Northwest. Diverse landscapes provide habitat for a wide-range of wildlife, from spotted owls and elk to salamanders and sandhill cranes.
Recreation
Hiking and fishing top the list of recreational opportunities at Acorn Womans Lake Campground. Two mountain lakes, a river and a handful of hiking trails are accessible from the campground. Anglers enjoy the remote location and scenic backdrop of two natural lakes, providing excellent fishing opportunities for coldwater and warmwater species. Acorn Womans Lake sustains rainbow and cutthroat trout, yellow perch, brown bullhead and black bass. The smaller Lake provides a rare fishery for 8-11" wild, native coastal cutthroat trout. A 0.25-mile hiking trail connects the lakes. Motors are not permitted on the lakes. From the campground, Acorn Womans Lake Trail is a 1-mile interpretive hike that provides visitors with many opportunities for picnicking and swimming. The 2-mile Summit Lake Trail travels through a mixed conifer forest and small water crossings.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Acorn Woman Lakes?
Sites at Acorn Woman Lakes are reservable on Recreation.gov. IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not go up to Acorn Woman Lakes without a reservation. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Acorn Woman Lakes?
THE OPERATIONAL SEASON IS MAY 1ST THROUGH SEPTEMBER 15TH. Outside these dates the campgrounds and day use area is CLOSED, bathrooms will be locked and law enforcement and camp hosts do site visits frequently.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Acorn Woman Lakes?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Acorn Woman Lakes open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Open all year. Fees apply early-May through mid-September.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Acorn Woman Lakes have?
15 sites, including 10 walk-in sites and 5 group walk to.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Acorn Woman Lakes?
Acorn Woman Lakes is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Acorn Woman Lakes?
Yes, pets are allowed at Acorn Woman Lakes. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Acorn Woman Lakes?
Hiking and fishing top the list of recreational opportunities at Acorn Womans Lake Campground. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Acorn Woman Lakes is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Flumet Flat Group Campground (2 mi), Jackson Campground On The Applegate River (2 mi), and Beaver Sulphur Group Campground (4.7 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby