Three Bears Campground

Bureau of Land Management, Northwest Oregon District-Attn: Recreation Operations, 1717 Fabry Rd SE
Salem, OR 97306

Overview

No cash, check, or cards are accepted on site. Make a reservations online or use the mobile app. Three Bears campsites are only available by making a reservation. Reserve a campsite on recreation.gov or Recreation.gov Mobile App prior to entering the Molalla River Recreation Corridor. There is no cell reception in the drainage.

Situated in a picturesque grove of western red cedar 4 miles south of Glen Avon Bridge, the site has 15 tent campsites, each equipped with a tent pad, metal fire ring, BBQ grill, and picnic table. The campground also has vault toilets and access to a beautiful cobble beach and swimming hole.

Recreation

Camping, fishing, swimming, hiking and biking on nearby trails (Hardy Creek TH closest)

Facilities

Amenities includes a vault restroom, individual campsites with picnic tables, BBQ grill, and a metal fire ring. There are two parking spots for each campsite located in the central parking lot. There is a central handpump for potable water off-site at Cedar Grove campground 1 mile east of Three Bears. There is no firewood at the site or firewood collection allowed, please bring your own firewood if you wish to have a fire.

Natural Features

Molalla Wild and Scenic River and forested environment.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (503) 375-5646.

Nearby Attractions

Enjoy a scenic drive along the Molalla Wild and Scenic River which offers easy river access and opportunities for picnicking, swimming, camping, whitewater boating and fishing. The Molalla is one of the few undammed tributaries of the Willamette River and cuts a picturesque gorge on its way to the valley floor. Table Rock Wilderness is further up the canyon and accessible through three trailheads.

Charges & Cancellations

Standard fees apply and are non-refundable.

Visit https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies for more information.

Camp site features

Across 15 camp sites:

Fire pit: all 15 sites
Pets allowed: all 15 sites
Longest RV: 12 ft
Largest party: 12 people
Equipment: Tent

Fees

$15-30 per night plus fees Standard fees apply and are non-refundable.

Directions

The Molalla River is located approximately 10 miles southeast of Molalla in Clackamas County. From the town of Molalla, drive east on Main St/OR 211. Veer right at the OR 211/Mathias Road intersection, follow signs for Feyrer Park. Once past Feyrer Park, cross over the Molalla River, turn right, and follow signs for Dickey Prairie Rd. Continue south on Dickey Prairie Rd, keeping the Dickey Prairie Store on your left. At 3.7 miles past the store, turn right on Molalla Forest Rd and cross Glen Avon Bridge. Continue 3 miles, Three Bears will be on your left.

Stay Limit

Check in from 1 PM, check out by 11 AM.

Reviews

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Asa W

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Reviewed 18 days ago

Very nice spot. Lots of trees. Being near the water was nice too. Pretty quiet, though that could be down to it being the last weekend it was open

Ling S

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Reviewed a month ago

The campsite is pretty spacious and walkable through a trail. We camped at #13 campsite which is a bit noise since it's adjacent to the main road, though. Unfortunately, the tap water was locked when we're there.

Tripp B

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Reviewed 2 months ago

The campground was nice and spacious for 6 people and had privacy in between other sites. We weren't able to see or hear people at the other sites almost at all, which was pretty nice. There was staff there to make sure there were no problems and that the bathroom was clean, but they weren't monitoring us or checking in too much which was good. There were trails nearby for hiking and the river was very close, too. I was worried about mosquitoes but I don't think there was much, if any. Overall, I would definitely come back here again.

Francesca D

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Stayed in site 11. It was a great site by the water. The area is beautiful. Campground was quiet and it was Labor Day weekend. We will be coming back.

Kyle M

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Reviewed 2 months ago

The site is always incredible. Well maintained, bathroom is always clean and stocked, feels like a peaceful respite in an otherwise loud world.

Lilly F

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Reviewed 3 months ago

We loved it! will be coming back every year it is a beautiful spot! the only complaint is there was no toilet paper most of our trip and bathrooms where not clean.

Availability

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