Flumet Flat Group Campground
The large meadow at the Flumet Flat Group Campground makes a great location for group events such as reunions, church camps, school field trips and scouting events. Located in southwest Oregon in the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest, the campground's proximity to a hiking trails and scenic waterways provides visitors with access to a multitude of recreational activities.
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Site mix
| group standard area nonelectric | 1 |
Site guide
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| Site | Entry | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flumet Flat | Back-in | Paved | Partial | Riverfront | 50 / 20 | 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 1:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Flumet Flat Group Campground offers a large, reservable group site that has individual spurs for tents and trailers. The site is equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings and a vault toilet. No water or electricity is available at the site.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Jacksonville, OR, travel west on Highway 238 for 8 miles to Ruch, OR. Turn left onto Upper Applegate Road and travel 9.6 miles to Palmer Creek Road. Turn right on to Palmer Creek Road, and travel 0.5 mile to the Flumet Flat Group Campground, entrance on the right.
| Nearest town | Jacksonville, Oregon |
| Coordinates | 42.1170° N, 123.0874° W · Directions ↗ |
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 ↗ | 17.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Blue Compass RV ↗ | 17.5 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 20.2 mi |
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Worth a stop
The United States Congress designated the Red Buttes Wilderness in 1984 and it now includes a total of 19,940 acres. Management of the Red Buttes Wilderness, located on the California/Oregon border, is shared by the Klamath National Forest and the Rogue River - Siskiyou National Forest. The majority of the Wilderness lies within the boundaries of the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest. Several lakes are accessible in the forest. Squaw Peak looks south to Squaw Lakes, a semi-primitive developed recreation area that accepts camping reservations from May through September. Applegate lake is a large reservoir with boat ramps, campgrounds, viewpoints and a developed recreation area named Hart tish. Both Squaw Lakes and Applegate lake are open for fishing year-round.
- 4.8 miLittle Grayback Lower Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 5 mi
- 8 miSeattle Bar Day Use ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miGin Lin ↗0.5 mi trail · hiking · national_recreation_or_other
- 1.6 miCharlie Buck/Baldy Peak2.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.9 miMule Mountain4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2 miMule Creek4.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.7 miLittle Grayback4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 4.8 miPayette ↗7.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.1 miGin Lin Mining Trailhead ↗Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest · Season Year Round
- 1.6 miCharlie Buck / Baldy Peak 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
Red Buttes Wilderness begins about 11 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 11 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
- McKee BridgeStructure · Ruch · 1 mi
- McKee Bridge CampgroundSite · Jacksonville · 1.1 mi
- Star Ranger StationBuilding · Ruch · 2.7 mi
Natural features
Within a short walking distance, there are swimming and fishing areas on the Applegate River. The Gin Lin National Recreation Trail, with a self-guided tour of 19th century mining, is located just south of Flumet Flat. It offers a 3/4 mile loop with trail markers that correspond to the information in the brochure. History, spring wildflowers, wildlife, and a view looking down on the Applegate River make this a popular year-round attraction. Beware of rattlesnakes and ticks, which commonly occur in the Applegate Valley.
Recreation
Flumet Flat Group Campground offers outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to hike, fish, hunt and enjoy a multitude of outdoor activities throughout the year. A handful of hiking trails are accessible from the campground and in the surrounding areas. The nearby Mule Mountain Trail offers a special opportunity to access the hillsides above Applegate Valley and witness the seasonal changes in wildlife activity. It is a long-distance hike, winding up and around the arid ridges of the Oregon Siskiyous. In the spring, dwarf star tulips, lilies, shooting stars, larkspurs and buttercups puncture the needle and leaf mat and adorn the grass floor. Nearby Applegate Lake is a popular recreation lake, located north of the spectacular Red Buttes Wilderness Area. The lake is popular for swimming, boating, canoeing, and fishing. In the area around the lake, visitors can enjoy cycling and hiking the various trails.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Flumet Flat Group Campground?
Sites at Flumet Flat Group Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Flumet Flat Group Campground?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Flumet Flat Group Campground have?
1 site, including 1 group standard area nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Flumet Flat Group Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Flumet Flat Group Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Flumet Flat Group Campground?
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.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Flumet Flat Group Campground?
Flumet Flat Group Campground offers outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to hike, fish, hunt and enjoy a multitude of outdoor activities throughout the year. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Flumet Flat Group Campground?
Jacksonville, Oregon. The United States Congress designated the Red Buttes Wilderness in 1984 and it now includes a total of 19,940 acres.
Source: Getting there
What if Flumet Flat Group Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Jackson Campground On The Applegate River (0.2 mi), Acorn Woman Lakes (2 mi), and Beaver Sulphur Group Campground (2.8 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby