U.S. Forest Service · Umpqua National Forest · Glide, OR

Deer Flat Group Site (Horseshoe Bend Campground)

Deer Flat Group Campground is situated in a stand of old growth Douglas fir, sugar pine and deciduous trees, near the banks of the scenic North Umpqua River. The campground offers a perfect setting for large family and group camping excursions.

Temporarily closedPartly reservable1 site35 ft maxNo hookupsPets ok

Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.

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2fires
active
Rx Cold Springs (prescribed burn) · 17 mi away · 158 acres
1 more within 50 miles
Incident details ↓

Site mix

group standard area nonelectric1
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served. For the first-come sites, arrive early on a weekday and take what is open. The booking page shows which of the reservable sites are open. The first-come playbook

Site guide

Will my RV fit

The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadePeople / vehiclesFiresAccessible
GS1Back-in35PavedFull70 / 25YesYes

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

HookupsNone
Max vehicle length35 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
FeesReservation sites will be held until check out time (11am) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of that following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests.
AccessibilitySite GS1 is listed accessible

This large, reserve only site is able to accommodate up to 70 people. The site is equipped with several picnic tables, campfire rings, grills, flush toilets and drinking water. Roads and spurs in this campground are paved. Access to the North Umpqua River is within walking distance.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Season & status

StatusTemporarily closed
SeasonSeptember
ForestUmpqua National Forest
Booking25 sites can be reserved through www.recreation.gov
Fees$15 for campsite. $5 for extra vehicle
RulesQuiet hours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. Campfires allowed in developed fire pits when conditions allow - please see current Public Use Restrictions for current campfire restrictions. Fireworks are prohibited. Dogs must be on leash. OHV/ATV use prohibited in the campground. Maximum length of stay: 14 days

Umpqua National Forest recreation page ↗

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Deer Flat Group Site (Horseshoe Bend Campground)30°40°50°60°70°January: 6.54 inches of precipitation, 7.5 inches of snowFebruary: 4.80 inches of precipitation, 5.5 inches of snowMarch: 5.43 inches of precipitation, 1.8 inches of snowApril: 4.71 inches of precipitation, 0.1 inches of snowMay: 3.27 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowJune: 1.99 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowJuly: 0.66 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowAugust: 0.72 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowSeptember: 1.48 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowOctober: 3.77 inches of precipitation, 0.1 inches of snowNovember: 6.79 inches of precipitation, 1.2 inches of snowDecember: 8.20 inches of precipitation, 4.6 inches of snowJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 36.4°F averageFebruary: 39.2°F averageMarch: 43.4°F averageApril: 48.6°F averageMay: 56.3°F averageJune: 61.7°F averageJuly: 68.6°F averageAugust: 67.8°F averageSeptember: 60.8°F averageOctober: 49.8°F averageNovember: 40.8°F averageDecember: 35.5°F average0 in2 in4 in6 in8 in10 inTemp °FInches
The line is the average temperature and the bars are average precipitation at Toketee Falls, 9 miles from the campground at 2,060 feet, station USC00358536 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. Precipitation totals about 48 inches a year. The dotted line is average snowfall, about 21 inches a year on the same inches scale.

Getting there

From Roseburg, Oregon, travel east on OR-138/ NE Diamond Lake Blvd. for 48 miles. Turn right on Forest Service Road 4750 then right again on Road 4750-001 into the campground. The reservation area is to the right at first road junction inside campground.

Nearest townGlide, Oregon
Coordinates43.2885° N, 122.6274° W · Directions ↗

Fire nearby

  • Prescribed
    Rx Cold Springs

    17 mi from the campground · 158 acres

  • Prescribed
    Rx Long Prairie

    38 mi from the campground · 112 acres

Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.

Supplies & services

Dump stationMazama Campground Dump Station ↗37.3 mi
Outdoor gearSportsman's Warehouse ↗37.7 mi
RV sales & serviceOregon West RV ↗48 mi

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Video

Horseshoe Bend Campground - Big River SF - VIC

Worth a stop

Opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, boating and fishing are within 1 mile of the campground. Access to climbing routes is within 10 miles. Visitors may want to take some time to visit nearby Crater Lake National Park, the only national park in Oregon! The amazing Crater Lake area offers a glimpse into the volcanic history of the area. Experience 172 miles of diverse river and mountain landscapes along the Rogue-Umpqua National Scenic Byway. Travel from rolling oak-covered hills and towering coniferous forests, to roaring white water rapids and incised intercanyon lava flows. The highway travels alongside the Upper Rogue and North Umpqua Wild and Scenic Rivers that contain world-class fisheries.

Trails nearby

Forest Service trail data →
  • 0.2 mi
    Horseshoe Bend
    0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
  • 0.8 mi
    Nfst-4750080
    0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
  • 0.8 mi
    Nfst-4750100
    0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
  • 0.9 mi
    Nfst-4750440
    0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
  • 1 mi
    Nfst-4720340
    0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
  • 1.1 mi
    Nfst-4720410
    0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more

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

On Wilderness Atlas →

This campground sits inside Umpqua National Forest.

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.

Natural features

Visitors to Umpqua National Forest are often taken aback by the unique landscapes of southwestern Oregon. Explosive geologic events have shaped the distinctive landscape on the nearly 1 million-acre forest, and provide spectacular scenery as well as an abundance of natural and cultural resources. The translation of the word, "Umpqua," meaning "thundering waters," defines the area. High mountain lakes, heart-stopping rapids, peaceful ponds and thundering waterfalls, including the 272-foot Watson Falls on the North Umpqua Highway, offer visitors plenty of pastimes. Diverse ecosystems support a wide range of habitat for wildlife common to the area. From eagles and owls, to salamanders and salmon, these species, along with many others, depend on surrounding undeveloped wilderness, clean streams and diverse forests to live.

Recreation

Deer Flat is a prime location for hiking, fishing, biking, and boating in summer and early fall. The North Umpqua River, adjacent to this campground, drains portions of the western side of the Cascade Range. Almost 34 miles of this river have been designated as a Wild and Scenic River. Renowned for outstanding salmon and steelhead fishing and exhilarating whitewater challenges, the North Umpqua River offers an ideal setting for many recreational pursuits. The Illahee Flat Trail descends from the nearby Horseshoe Bend Campground and continues from Illahee Flat to the Jessie Wright Segment of the North Umpqua Trail. The 79 mile North Umpqua Trail parallels the river and offers visitors challenging hiking and mountain biking experiences.

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Deer Flat Group Site (Horseshoe Bend 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 Deer Flat Group Site (Horseshoe Bend Campground)?

Reservation sites will be held until check out time (11am) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of that following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests.

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Deer Flat Group Site (Horseshoe Bend Campground)?

Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.

Source: Recreation.gov

Is Deer Flat Group Site (Horseshoe Bend Campground) open right now?

Temporarily closed as of Oct 16, 2026. Season September.

Source: Forest Service status

How many sites does Deer Flat Group Site (Horseshoe Bend Campground) have?

1 site, including 1 group standard area nonelectric.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Deer Flat Group Site (Horseshoe Bend Campground)?

The longest site here provides 35 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 there showers or a dump station at Deer Flat Group Site (Horseshoe Bend Campground)?

The site is equipped with several picnic tables, campfire rings, grills, flush toilets and drinking water.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are pets allowed at Deer Flat Group Site (Horseshoe Bend Campground)?

Yes, pets are allowed at Deer Flat Group Site (Horseshoe Bend Campground). Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are there accessible sites at Deer Flat Group Site (Horseshoe Bend Campground)?

Site GS1 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 Deer Flat Group Site (Horseshoe Bend Campground)?

Deer Flat is a prime location for hiking, fishing, biking, and boating in summer and early fall. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to Deer Flat Group Site (Horseshoe Bend Campground)?

Glide, Oregon. Opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, boating and fishing are within 1 mile of the campground.

Source: Getting there

What if Deer Flat Group Site (Horseshoe Bend Campground) is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Horseshoe Bend Campground (under 0.1 mi), Apple Creek Campground (2.8 mi, first-come), and Eagle Rock Campground (3.7 mi).

Source: Campgrounds nearby