## Overview

Broken Bowl is a small campground that offers 16 sites with a family
atmosphere, mature forest shade, and easy access to the cool waters of Fall
Creek.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Broken Bowl is a small campground that offers 16 sites with a family atmosphere, mature forest shade, and easy access to the cool waters of Fall Creek. </p>

Bird's eye view of the campground

Broken Bowl

## Overview

This first camp along the Fall Creek drainage on Forest Service Road 18
provides convenient access to the beginning of the 13.7-mile Fall Creek
National Recreation Trail. The **partially reservable** campground offers 5
tent-only sites. Three sites are along the creek on the north side of Forest
Road 18, and two walk-in only sites are across the road.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This first camp along the Fall Creek drainage on Forest Service Road 18 provides convenient access to the beginning of the 13.7-mile Fall Creek National Recreation Trail. The <strong>partially reservable </strong>campground offers 5 tent-only sites. Three sites are along the creek on the north side of Forest Road 18, and two walk-in only sites are across the road. </p>

Dolly Varden

## Overview

Clark Creek, located 12 miles northeast of Lowell, Oregon, is a fantastic
group campground built by the Civilian Conservation Corps. It features five
sleeping structures with platform sleeping bunks, plus a large field to pitch
tents, play baseball and volleyball or throw a Frisbee.  
  
Several hiking and biking trails, swimming areas and open fields offer fun
opportunities for large groups with varied interests.

## Recreation

The campground offers a baseball field and horseshoe pits, and a volleyball
net can be set up on the field. A few footpaths meander through the recreation
area. One connects the sleeping shelters to Big Falls Creek and another links
to the Ta-Wa-Si Chapel. The Fall Creek Trail Area is worth exploring,
including the Clark Creek Nature Trail.

## Facilities

The campground offers a baseball field and horseshoe pits, and a volleyball
net can be set up on the field. A few footpaths meander through the recreation
area. One connects the sleeping shelters to Big Falls Creek and another links
to the Ta-Wa-Si Chapel. The Fall Creek Trail Area is worth exploring,
including the Clark Creek Nature Trail.

## Natural Features

Clark Creek runs through the campground and connects with Big Fall Creek in
the Willamette Valley. Willamette National Forest spans 1.6 million acres on
the western slopes of the Cascade Mountains.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Clark Creek, located 12 miles northeast of Lowell, Oregon, is a fantastic group campground built by the Civilian Conservation Corps. It features five sleeping structures with platform sleeping bunks, plus a large field to pitch tents, play baseball and volleyball or throw a Frisbee.
<br/><br/>
Several hiking and biking trails, swimming areas and open fields offer fun opportunities for large groups with varied interests.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The campground offers a baseball field and horseshoe pits, and a volleyball net can be set up on the field. A few footpaths meander through the recreation area. One connects the sleeping shelters to Big Falls Creek and another links to the Ta-Wa-Si Chapel.
  
The Fall Creek Trail Area is worth exploring, including the Clark Creek Nature Trail.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground offers a baseball field and horseshoe pits, and a volleyball net can be set up on the field. A few footpaths meander through the recreation area. One connects the sleeping shelters to Big Falls Creek and another links to the Ta-Wa-Si Chapel.
  
The Fall Creek Trail Area is worth exploring, including the Clark Creek Nature Trail.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Clark Creek runs through the campground and connects with Big Fall Creek in the Willamette Valley. Willamette National Forest spans 1.6 million acres on the western slopes of the Cascade Mountains.

Clark Creek Organization Camp

## Overview

Timber Butte Lookout is located in the Fall Creek area of the Willamette
National Forest at an elevation of 3,650 feet 19 miles from Lowell, Oregon.
The cabin is open from mid-April through late October, offering the chance to
enjoy beautiful scenery and a variety of recreational activities. The lookout
was constructed in 2005 as a replica of the L-4 gabled-style lookout with
wooden catwalk commonly built in this region in the 1930s. It was built
through volunteer efforts with a $10,000 grant from Lane County and other
contributions by individuals and organizations. The cabin can be accessed by
car, but guests should expect to walk about 300 feet uphill from their parking
spot. A high-clearance vehicle is recommended.

## Recreation

The lookout is located near the Fall Creek Trail Area. Several hiking trails
can be accessed from this area, including the Fall Creek National Recreation
Trail, which also offers opportunities for fishing and picnicking. Swimming
holes can also be found along this trail.  
  
Hunting is another popular activity in this area.

## Facilities

The lookout is located near the Fall Creek Trail Area. Several hiking trails
can be accessed from this area, including the Fall Creek National Recreation
Trail, which also offers opportunities for fishing and picnicking. Swimming
holes can also be found along this trail.  
  
Hunting is another popular activity in this area.

## Natural Features

The lookout offers panoramic views of the Cascade Mountains and the
surrounding evergreen forest. On clear days, guests may see Mount Jefferson
and the peaks of the Three Sisters. Willamette National Forest offers prime
habitat for such species as Roosevelt elk, black bear, bald eagles, black tail
deer and bobcats, among other wildlife.

## Nearby Attractions

Guests can explore up to 20 historic covered bridges in nearby Lane County by
car. Within 10 miles there is creek access, fishing, swimming, and hiking.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Timber Butte Lookout is located in the Fall Creek area of the Willamette National Forest at an elevation of 3,650 feet 19 miles from Lowell, Oregon. The cabin is open
from mid-April through late October, offering the chance to enjoy beautiful scenery and a variety of recreational activities.   

The lookout was constructed in 2005 as a replica of the L-4 gabled-style lookout with wooden catwalk commonly built in this region in the 1930s. It was built through 
volunteer efforts with a $10,000 grant from Lane County and other contributions by individuals and organizations.  

The cabin can be accessed by car, but guests should expect to walk about 300 feet uphill from their parking spot. A high-clearance vehicle is recommended.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The lookout is located near the Fall Creek Trail Area. Several hiking trails can be accessed from this area, including the Fall Creek National Recreation Trail, which also offers opportunities for fishing and picnicking. Swimming holes can also be found along this trail.<br/><br/>

Hunting is another popular activity in this area.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The lookout is located near the Fall Creek Trail Area. Several hiking trails can be accessed from this area, including the Fall Creek National Recreation Trail, which also offers opportunities for fishing and picnicking. Swimming holes can also be found along this trail.<br/><br/>

Hunting is another popular activity in this area.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The lookout offers panoramic views of the Cascade Mountains and the surrounding evergreen forest. On clear days, guests may see Mount Jefferson and the peaks of the Three Sisters.  

Willamette National Forest offers prime habitat for such species as Roosevelt elk, black bear, bald eagles, black tail deer and bobcats, among other wildlife.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Guests can explore up to 20 historic covered bridges in nearby Lane County by car.  Within 10 miles there is creek access, fishing, swimming, and hiking.

TIMBER BUTTE CABIN

Ramp leading to lookout with wraparound deck framed by fir trees, a glimpse of far ridges, and blue sky.

Timber Butte Cabin stove, desk, and bed.

Timber Butte Cabin

## Overview

Bedrock is located in a dynamic landscape setting shaped by fire, this 22 site
camground is situated on a terrace above Fall Creek where the hillsides
surrounding the camp offer an impressive fireweed bloom display during the
summer months. Expect heavy use on summer weekends from visitors escaping high
temperatures in nearby urban areas.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Bedrock is located in a dynamic landscape setting shaped by fire, this 22 site camground is situated on a terrace above Fall Creek where the hillsides surrounding the camp offer an impressive fireweed bloom display during the summer months. Expect heavy use on summer weekends from visitors escaping high temperatures in nearby urban areas.</p>

Bedrock Campground

## Overview

Situated within a shady, mature forest, Puma is the last developed camp along
Forest Service Road 18 in the Fall Creek drainage. This 11 site campground is
popular with families and you can expect heavy usage on summer weekends.

Fall Creek offers a cool way to escape the summer heat, and the nearby **Fall
Creek National Recreation Trail** provides hikers with additional adventures
along the drainage.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Situated within a shady, mature forest, Puma is the last developed camp along Forest Service Road 18 in the Fall Creek drainage. This 11 site campground is popular with families and you can expect heavy usage on summer weekends. </p>
<p>Fall Creek offers a cool way to escape the summer heat, and the nearby <strong>Fall Creek National Recreation Trail</strong> provides hikers with additional adventures along the drainage.</p>

Puma

## Overview

Black Canyon Campground in Oregon rests next to the Middle Fork of the
Willamette River. This scenic campground is heavily shaded by towering
hemlock, cedar and Douglas fir. Fishing and kayaking are a popular pastimes.

## Recreation

A 1-mile interpretive nature trail winds through the campground, and Lookout
Point Lake is less than a mile away, with opportunities for boating and
fishing. A boat ramp is located on the lake.  
  
The Willamette National Forest has about 1,700 miles of trails. While many are
located in wilderness areas, a number of trails are situated at lower
elevations and provide easy, year-round hiking.  
  
Black Canyon is within the Winberry Trail Area, with excellent terrain like
the Tire Mountain Trail for mountain biking and horseback riding, and the
Clover Patch Trail for hiking.

## Facilities

A 1-mile interpretive nature trail winds through the campground, and Lookout
Point Lake is less than a mile away, with opportunities for boating and
fishing. A boat ramp is located on the lake.  
  
The Willamette National Forest has about 1,700 miles of trails. While many are
located in wilderness areas, a number of trails are situated at lower
elevations and provide easy, year-round hiking.  
  
Black Canyon is within the Winberry Trail Area, with excellent terrain like
the Tire Mountain Trail for mountain biking and horseback riding, and the
Clover Patch Trail for hiking.

## Natural Features

The Willamette National Forest stretches 110 miles along the western slope of
the Cascade Range in western Oregon. Elevations on the forest range from about
1,500 feet above sea level to 10,495 feet at the snowcapped summit of Mt.
Jefferson, Oregon's second highest peak. Wildlife in the region includes black
tail deer, Roosevelt elk, bobcats and bald eagles.

## Nearby Attractions

Visitors enjoy sightseeing along the West Cascades Scenic Byway. The drive
begins at Westfir and stretches 220 miles past waterfalls, ancient forests and
numerous rivers, creeks and lakes.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Black Canyon Campground in Oregon rests next to the Middle Fork of the Willamette River. This scenic campground is heavily shaded by towering hemlock, cedar and Douglas fir. Fishing and kayaking are a popular pastimes.<h2>Recreation</h2>
A 1-mile interpretive nature trail winds through the campground, and Lookout Point Lake is less than a mile away, with opportunities for boating and fishing. A boat ramp is located on the lake.  
<br/><br/>
The Willamette National Forest has about 1,700 miles of trails. While many are located in wilderness areas, a number of trails are situated at lower elevations and provide easy, year-round hiking.
<br/><br/>
Black Canyon is within the Winberry Trail Area, with excellent terrain like the Tire Mountain Trail for mountain biking and horseback riding, and the Clover Patch Trail for hiking.<h2>Facilities</h2>
A 1-mile interpretive nature trail winds through the campground, and Lookout Point Lake is less than a mile away, with opportunities for boating and fishing. A boat ramp is located on the lake.  
<br/><br/>
The Willamette National Forest has about 1,700 miles of trails. While many are located in wilderness areas, a number of trails are situated at lower elevations and provide easy, year-round hiking.
<br/><br/>
Black Canyon is within the Winberry Trail Area, with excellent terrain like the Tire Mountain Trail for mountain biking and horseback riding, and the Clover Patch Trail for hiking.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The Willamette National Forest stretches 110 miles along the western slope of the Cascade Range in western Oregon. 
  
Elevations on the forest range from about 1,500 feet above sea level to 10,495 feet at the snowcapped summit of Mt. Jefferson, Oregon's second highest peak.
  
Wildlife in the region includes black tail deer, Roosevelt elk, bobcats and bald eagles.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Visitors enjoy sightseeing along the West Cascades Scenic Byway. The drive begins at Westfir and stretches 220 miles past waterfalls, ancient forests and numerous rivers, creeks and lakes.

BLACK CANYON CAMPGROUND

BLACK CANYON CAMPGROUND Entrance

View of the river from Black Canyon Campground

Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, OR)

## Overview

The Indian Ridge Lookout sits at an elevation of 5,405 feet in the Willamette
National Forest. Built in 1958, the lookout was used for firefighting by
Forest Service personnel until 1973. The lookout is still staffed occasionally
during emergencies. The lookout is accessible by car, although the access road
is rocky. Guests must be prepared to climb steep, narrow steps up the 30-foot
tower to access the lookout's cabin. The accommodations are primitive, so
guests should be prepared to pack in most of their own supplies and gear.

## Recreation

From the lookout's perch above the tree line and far away from city lights,
guests can enjoy spectacular night skies and star gazing. An unmaintained
trail on the ridge meanders through alpine trees and beargrass, allowing
hikers to explore the mountaintop. The French Pete Trail Area in the Three
Sisters Wilderness offers several miles of hiking. Cougar Reservoir and Hidden
Lake are also in the vicinity, offering additional recreation options.

## Facilities

From the lookout's perch above the tree line and far away from city lights,
guests can enjoy spectacular night skies and star gazing. An unmaintained
trail on the ridge meanders through alpine trees and beargrass, allowing
hikers to explore the mountaintop. The French Pete Trail Area in the Three
Sisters Wilderness offers several miles of hiking. Cougar Reservoir and Hidden
Lake are also in the vicinity, offering additional recreation options.

## Natural Features

Views from the lookout include the Three Sisters, which are close and
prominent to the northeast, along with views of the Cascade Crest both north
and south. The Sand Mountain and Carpenter Mountain Lookouts are visible with
binoculars. Hidden Lake is visible below the northern edge of mountaintop. The
open ridge is covered with beargrass and huckleberries. Several rocky
outcroppings are covered by wildflowers and mossy vegetation, depending on the
season. Willamette National Forest offers prime habitat for such species as
Roosevelt elk, black bear, bald eagles, black tail deer and bobcats, among
other wildlife.

## Nearby Attractions

A short trail to Hidden Lake offers access to alpine swimming and sunbathing.

<h2>Overview</h2>
The Indian Ridge Lookout sits at an elevation of 5,405 feet in the Willamette National Forest. 

Built in 1958, the lookout was used for firefighting by Forest Service personnel until 1973. The lookout is still staffed occasionally during emergencies.  

The lookout is accessible by car, although the access road is rocky. Guests must be prepared to climb steep, narrow steps up the 30-foot tower to access the lookout's cabin. The accommodations are primitive, so guests should be prepared to pack in most of their own supplies and gear. <h2>Recreation</h2>
From the lookout's perch above the tree line and far away from city lights, guests can enjoy spectacular night skies and star gazing.   

An unmaintained trail on the ridge meanders through alpine trees and beargrass, allowing hikers to explore the mountaintop. 

The French Pete Trail Area in the Three Sisters Wilderness offers several miles of hiking. Cougar Reservoir and Hidden Lake are also in the vicinity, offering 
additional recreation options.
<h2>Facilities</h2>
From the lookout's perch above the tree line and far away from city lights, guests can enjoy spectacular night skies and star gazing.   

An unmaintained trail on the ridge meanders through alpine trees and beargrass, allowing hikers to explore the mountaintop. 

The French Pete Trail Area in the Three Sisters Wilderness offers several miles of hiking. Cougar Reservoir and Hidden Lake are also in the vicinity, offering 
additional recreation options.
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Views from the lookout include the Three Sisters, which are close and prominent to the northeast, along with views of the Cascade Crest both north and south. The Sand 
Mountain and Carpenter Mountain Lookouts are visible with binoculars. Hidden Lake is visible below the northern edge of mountaintop.   

The open ridge is covered with beargrass and huckleberries. Several rocky outcroppings are covered by wildflowers and mossy vegetation, depending on the season.   

Willamette National Forest offers prime habitat for such species as Roosevelt elk, black bear,  bald eagles, black tail deer and bobcats, among other wildlife.

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
A short trail to Hidden Lake offers access to alpine swimming and sunbathing.

Single chair at a wooden desk looking out window paneled walls, through an open red door over forested hills.

INDIAN RIDGE LOOKOUT

Looking out window paneled walls, through an open red door over forested hills.

Indian Ridge Lookout

## Overview

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to**first download the free
Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your
arrival** as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to<strong> first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival </strong>as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>

Salmon Creek Falls

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to<strong> first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival</strong> as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>

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