Southshore At Detroit Lake - Willamette
Southshore Campground provides 30 campsites, 25 single and 5 double sites, in two main loops. This campground is now fully reservable. First come first serve is only available if no prior reservation has been made on site and only one night at a time. The sites can accommodate trailers up to 30 feet in length. Campsites 4 -11 are walk in, tent only sites. No RV's or trailers allowed for these sites. All sites are equipped with picnic tables and fire rings. The Boat Launch area includes the launch and two courtesy docks. *Day use is available for a parking fee. Drinking water is available to both sites via individual faucet risers located throughout the campground.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 21 |
| Walk-in | 7 |
| Host/management | 5 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
28 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 004 | Loop 1 | Walk-in | Back-in | 18 | Paved | Full | Lakefront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 005 | Loop 1 | Walk-in | Back-in | 18 | Paved | Full | Lakefront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 006 | Loop 1 | Walk-in | Back-in | 18 | Paved | Full | Lakefront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 007 | Loop 1 | Walk-in | Back-in | 18 | Paved | Full | Lakefront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 009 | Loop 1 | Walk-in | Back-in | 18 | Paved | Full | Lakefront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 010 | Loop 1 | Walk-in | Back-in | 18 | Paved | Full | Lakefront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 011 | Loop 1 | Walk-in | Back-in | 18 | Paved | Full | Lakefront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 012 | Loop 2 | Standard | Back-in | 32 | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard | |
| 013 | Loop 2 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Full | Lakefront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 014 | Loop 2 | Standard | Back-in | 37 | Paved | Full | Lakefront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
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 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 130 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
The campground offers 25 single and five double family campsites. There are vault toilets and drinking water onsite. Coin operated showers are available a mile away at Cove Creek. In the day use area, there is about 1,000 ft. of shoreline. There is a dock for launching, loading and unloading only. There is no mooring allowed.
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 | 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 - $46 per night. Extra Vehicles - $9 per vehicle, per night. Day Use - $9 per vehicle, per day. Campsite must be occupied every night paid. |
| 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. Special regulations are in place to help protect this area and preserve the experience for you and for future visitors, including dispersed camping restrictions. |
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Getting there
From Detroit, Oregon, travel east on State Highway 22 for 2.7 miles to Blowout Road/Forest Service Road 10. From Idanha, Oregon, travel west on State Highway 22 for 0.7 miles to Blowout Road/Forest Service Road 10. Proceed on Blowout Road 4.7 miles to Southshore Campground on the right.
| Coordinates | 44.7054° N, 122.1762° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedSisi Lookout Admin Piles Rx - West
21 mi from the campground
- PrescribedCamas Ts Rx
22 mi from the campground
- PrescribedAustin Repair Pile Rx - West
24 mi from the campground
- PrescribedSpike Timber Sale Rx - West
24 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 | Timber Town Resale ↗ | 12.3 mi |
| Dump station | Sweet Home RV Dump ↗ | 33.9 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 40.3 mi |
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Explore
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REVIEWING EACH CAMPSITE @ Southshore Campground & Boat Ramp/Dock @ Detroit Lake | Oreg
Worth a stop
Additional hiking trails can be found across the lake, including those that lead to Dome Rock and Needle Rock. The town of Detroit is across the lake with hometown activities. The Cascading Rivers Bikeway is available for cyclists of all ages.
- 3.4 miUpper Arm Day Use Area ↗Day use
- 8.7 miBattle Ax Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 11.5 miOpal Creek Trailhead (Gate) ↗Trailhead
- 11.5 miThree Pools Day Use Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.7 miStahlman Point2.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1 miPiety0.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.3 miTumble Ridge ↗5.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2 miBlowout Arm ↗0.2 mi trail · hiking
- 3.6 miDome Rock0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.9 miTumble Lake1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.7 miStahlman Point Trailhead ↗Willamette National Forest
- 1.3 miTumble Creek Trailhead - South ↗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
Opal Creek Wilderness begins about 6.2 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 6.2 miOpal Creek Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 20,777 acres
- 8.9 miBull of the Woods Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 36,879 acres
- 10.6 miMiddle Santiam Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 8,758 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.
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Natural features
A mix of wooded and open sites are available, located a little further away from the busier portions of Detroit Lake. You'll find quiet camping on all but the busiest weekends. Detroit Lake covers 3,500 acres and is surrounded by groves of Douglas fir.
Recreation
Detroit Lake is a popular destination for boating, jet skiing, swimming and fishing. Rainbow trout, Kokanee salmon and catfish are found in the lake. A boat ramp and dock are located next to the campground.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Southshore At Detroit Lake - Willamette?
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 Southshore At Detroit Lake - Willamette?
Single Campsites - $25 per night. Multiple Campsites - $46 per night. Extra Vehicles - $9 per vehicle, per night.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Southshore At Detroit Lake - Willamette?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Southshore At Detroit Lake - Willamette open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Southshore At Detroit Lake - Willamette have?
33 sites, including 21 standard sites without power and 7 walk-in sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Southshore At Detroit Lake - Willamette?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. 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 Southshore At Detroit Lake - Willamette?
Coin operated showers are available a mile away at Cove Creek.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Southshore At Detroit Lake - Willamette?
Yes, pets are allowed at Southshore At Detroit Lake - Willamette. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Southshore At Detroit Lake - Willamette?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 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
Is there cell service at Southshore At Detroit Lake - Willamette?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Southshore At Detroit Lake - Willamette?
Detroit Lake is a popular destination for boating, jet skiing, swimming and fishing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Southshore At Detroit Lake - Willamette is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Cove Creek (1 mi, partly first-come), Piety Island (1.4 mi, first-come), and Hoover Campground (2.6 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby