Ice Cap Campground

Overview

There are 21 campsites, 9 of which are walk-in tent only sites; the remaining sites can accommodate trailers up to 20 feet in length. There is 1 picnic site located immediately inside the entrance, on the right, up on a rise. There are two double vault toilets in the center of the campground; they are wheelchair accessible. This campground has both reservable and FCFS sites.

Campfires allowed until and unless otherwise posted. Fire bans are common during summer months. Please plan accordingly.

Scan and Pay might be offered at this campground; It is recommended that you pay by cash or check for FCFS campsites. There are no refunds, modifications, cancellations, or other fee changes allowed with FCFS payments. This system is the same as putting cash into a fee tube and cannot be refunded. Please download the Rec.Gov app prior to arriving at the campground as there may be no cellular service or very limited service at the campground. If no Scan & Pay option is available you must pay via cash or check.

Reservations may be made up to 6 months in advance of arrival date by reserving online at RECREATION.GOV or by calling 877-444-6777.

Recreation

The McKenzie River National Recreation Trail is a hiking and biking destination. The McKenzie Wild & Scenic River is well known for boating and fishing as are Carmen Reservoir, Fish Lake and Clear Lake. There is a 3 mile loop trail to Koosah Falls and Sahalie Falls.

Facilities

Ice Cap offers 22 campsites with 9 that are walk-in tent sites. The other 13 can accommodate either tents or RVs. Each site has a fire ring and picnic table. There are vault toilets. There may or may not be a host onsite.

Natural Features

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (541) 967-3917.

Nearby Attractions

McKenzie Pass-Santiam Pass National Scenic Byway, McKenzie River National Recreation Trail (hiking and mountain biking destination), the McKenzie Wild & Scenic River for boating and fishing, Carmen Reservoir for boating and fishing, Sahalie and Koosah Falls and the 3-mile waterfalls loop trail. This area of the Willamette National Forest is a destination spot for hiking, biking, fishing, and water sports. A boat ramp and lake access are within one mile, and hot springs, river access and a non-motorized boat ramp are within ten miles. Visitors also enjoy the views along the National Scenic Byway.

Camp site features

Across 20 camp sites:

Fire pit: 5 of 20 sites
Picnic table: 12 of 20 sites
Pets allowed: all 20 sites
ADA accessible: 1 of 20 sites
Longest RV: 45 ft
Largest party: 8 people
Equipment: LARGE TENT OVER 9X12`, SMALL TENT, Tent

Directions

From McKenzie Bridge, travel 17.3 miles east on Hwy 126. Turn left at the Ice Cap Campground/Koosah Falls Sign. Follow signs about half a mile to the campground.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 12 PM.

Reviews

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Jace H

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Reviewed a month ago

Beautiful campground location. Beautiful view of the reservoir overlooking steep cliffs from the site. Very quiet campground as many sites were first come first serve, and there’s great recreational opportunities nearby. Overall awesome camping experience, and one of the best campgrounds I’ve stayed at in Oregon.

Lindsay M

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Reviewed a month ago

The host was very helpful and checked in 2 x per day. There was a very large group next to me (4+ cars full of teens) and I asked to swap spots, but none were available. The host kept her eye out and tried to help me re-locate.

John S

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Reviewed 2 months ago

We had site 21, which was by the steam. We hiked to blue pool and around the falls. The trail was beautiful and the falls were impressive. The only water in the campground was from a well with a pump, so unsure how clean it was. We sterilized it to be sure..

Zackary H

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Super clean and very well kept! Bathrooms were very nice and the campground itself seemed well maintained. Only complaint being is the water spigot for the campground had some nasty water coming out and didn't work very well so I had to go into town to grab more water is all. Otherwise a great experience and heavily recommended for anyone who likes an enclosed campground with a calm environment.

Roxanne M

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Clean restrooms. Quiet and beautiful, as always. Thank you!

Crystal T

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Reviewed 2 months ago

This small campground is exactly what we like: low key, close to water and trails, small and uncrowded. We hiked the full waterfall loop and also hiked to Tamolich Blue Pool right from our campsite. The trails are in great condition and the views along the McKenzie River are phenomenal. The bathrooms were always in excellent condition and notices about fire restrictions were clear and anticipated because of the email before we left. Other campers were there to enjoy the experience and not to party. Wildlife was all around and especially at the reservoir. We might bring inflatable kayaks next time, to enjoy Carmen reservoir more fully. Water stopped working close to the walk-in tents, but the pump near the bathrooms continued to work. We stayed here the first weekend in August and loved it so much that we booked again for the end of August.

Availability

See the Camp Sites section below to find detailed booking availability.

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