South Lake Dispersed Area

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At an elevation of 2400 feet, this area offers dispersed camping along the northern edge of the lake. The lake is stocked periodically with rainbow trout. There is access for launching non-motorized boats.

A vault toilet is provided but no potable water. It is also the eastern trailhead of the Pioneer – Indian Trail.

Rules

Camping Regulations Internal combustion boat engines prohibited

Directions

From the intersection of Highway101 and Highway 22 in Hebo, Oregon: Travel south on Highway 22 for about 0.3 miles to Mt. Hebo Road (Forest Road 14). The intersection with Mt. Hebo Road is just north of the Hebo Ranger District office. Turn left onto Mt. Hebo Road and proceed for 12.5 miles. Mt. Hebo Road passes Hebo Lake Campground at 4.5 miles and Mt. Hebo summit at 8 miles. A number of side roads connect to Mt. Hebo Road, so please read road signs carefully and stay on Forest Road 14. At 12.5 miles, Mt. Hebo Road reaches South Lake. An alternate access route to the area is from Upper Nestucca River Road to Forest Road 8533 (Niagara Road). South Lake Dispersed Camping Area may be inaccessible in the winter due to snow and ice. Maintenance of the area is reduced during winter months. Forest Service roads are gravel and only periodically maintained. Use discretion for safety.