Horse Creek Group Campground

Horse Creek Group Campground is along Horse Creek in the Willamette National Forest, 1½ miles south of the town of McKenzie Bridge.

Visitors to the campground find good catch-and-release fishing on Horse Creek and along the nearby McKenzie River (check local fishing regulations). Kayaking and canoeing are popular along sections of the McKenzie. Blue River Reservoir is a short drive away and offers enjoyable boating and fishing. The wonderful McKenzie River National Recreation Trail has its southern terminus in the nearby town of McKenzie Bridge.

Horse Creek Group Campground has a single group site for up to 100 people and 23 vehicles. (Call to confirm numbers of people.) The group site accommodates RVs, trailers, and tents. Despite being along Horse Creek, horses are not permitted in the campground. Towering Douglas fir and Western Red Cedar provide nice shade throughout the area. A picnic area offers a great spot for grilling and for group gatherings.

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Horse Creek Group Campground Basics
Horse Creek Group Campground Location:	From McKenzie Bridge, Oregon, travel east on Highway 126 to Horse Creek Road #2638.
Elevation:	1,475 feet
Nearby Gateway Cities:	Eugene - 54 miles Sisters - 55 miles
Number of Sites:	1
Open - Closed:	Open early May through late October
Max. People per single site:	60 - 100 (Call to confirm if you have more than 60)
Vehicles per site:	23 vehicles (fee for additional vehicles)
Pets:	On leash, always attended
Operated by	Willamette National Forest
McKenzie Ranger District:	(541) 822-3381

Horse Creek Group Campground Reservations
Reservations Available	Reservations are available for campsites 3 days to 12 months in advance of arrival date. At least 3 days before arrival, call to arrange to pick up the gate key at the McKenzie Ranger Station between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM. (541) 822-3381
Maximum vehicle length:	27 feet
Wheelchair accessible sites:	None designated
Fees:	$75 per night (plus $8 reservation fee)
Campground Map:	Horse Creek Group Campground Map
Campground Reservations:	Horse Creek Group Campground Reservations
Check-in, check-out:	Check-in: 2:00 PM, check-out: 1:00 PM

Horse Creek Group Campground Amenities
Campsites:	Picnic table, campfire ring with grill; no hook-ups
Campground:	Vault toilets, piped water
Showers:	No
Dump station:	No
Attractions near Horse Creek Group Campground:	Play field sports in the open area west of the campground. Hike or mountain bike on a portion of the 26-mile McKenzie River National Recreation Trail. Head north to Blue River Reservoir for more boating, water skiing, swimming, and fishing. Shop Amazon for Trout Fishing Best Sellers

Horse Creek Group Campground

General Camping Information

Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. Check carefully on the website when you make your reservation to be sure your vehicle will fit your campsite.

In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, firewood from outside the area is not permitted.

Accessible Sites

Designated Accessible sites are reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate

Horse Creek Group Campground

McKenzie River Area
Attractions and Activities

Head over to the scenic Blue River Reservoir for swimming, boating, water skiing, and fishing.
Tour the Leaburg Fish Hatchery, 4 miles east of Leaburg. Open daily. Visit their show pond with huge white sturgeon and rainbow trout. Watch spring Chinook salmon spawning in the creek below a viewing platform.
Play a round of golf at the 18-hole Tokatee Golf Club in McKenzie Bridge. The course offers with glistening views of the Three Sisters Mountains
Hike on the Hackleman Old Growth Trail west of Lost Prairie Group Campground. Stroll among majestic Douglas-Fir, Western Red Cedar, and Western Hemlock.
Hike or mountain bike on the 26-mile McKenzie River National Recreation Trail, winding along the shore of the McKenzie River.
Take the House Rock Trail past House Rock and on to House Rock Falls.
Stop by the historic Santiam Wagon Road used by 19th century travelers.

Key Horse Creek Group Campground Regulations

Pets must be kept on leash and attended at all times.
Avoid problems with bears by securing food and scented items in a vehicle or other bear-proof locker.
Quiet Hours are from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
Prevent the spread of invasive pests by obtaining firewood locally.
Fires are only permitted in designated fire receptacles and must be attended. Fires must be extinguished upon departure.

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Horse Creek Group Campground

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