Southshore Campground

Southshore Campground is on the shore of Detroit Lake in the Willamette National Forest. The 9-mile-long lake is popular for water skiing, boating, and fishing. Anglers do well fishing for rainbow trout, catfish, and kokanee and Chinook salmon. A boat ramp and dock are found next to the campground.

Southshore Campground has 24 sites for RVs, trailers, and tents, along with another 8 walk-in tent sites. A mix of wooded and open sites are available. Some campsites are lakefront. Most sites can be reserved ahead of arrival, and some are available first-come, first-served.

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Southshore Campground Basics
Southshore Campground Location:	From Detroit, Oregon, travel east on State Highway 22 for 2.7 miles to Blowout Road (FSR10). Then travel 4.7 miles on Blowout Rd. to the campground
Elevation:	1,630 feet
Nearby Gateway Cities:	Salem - 60 miles Portland - 104 miles
Number of Sites:	32
Open - Closed:	Open late-May through early-September
Max. People per single site:	8
Vehicles per single site:	1 vehicle (fee for additional vehicles)
Pets:	On leash, always attended
Operated by	American Land and Leisure for Willamette National Forest
Detroit Ranger District:	(503) 854-3366

Southshore Campground Reservations
Reservations Available	Reservations are available from 2 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival date.
Maximum RV/trailer length:	30 feet
Wheelchair accessible sites:	None designated
Fees:	Single Campsites - $25 per night Double campsite - $46 (Plus $9 reservation fee)
Campground Map:	Southshore Campground Map
Campground Reservations:	Southshore Campground Reservations
Check-in, check-out:	Check-in: 2:00 PM, check-out: 1:00 PM

Southshore Campground Amenities
Campsites:	Picnic table, campfire ring with grill; no hook-ups
Campground:	Vault toilets, piped water
Showers:	Available at Cove Creek Campground (1 mile)
Dump station:	No
Attractions near Southshore Campground:	Enjoy boating, water skiing, and fishing in Detroit Lake. Take advantage of the boat ramp. Hike along local trails. Across the lake hike to Dome Rock and Needle Rock. Shop Amazon for Trout Fishing Best Sellers

Southshore Campground

Southshore Campground

Detroit Lake Area
Attractions and Activities

Spend the day at nearby Detroit Lake State Recreation Area. Enjoy fishing, boating, and water sports.
Or choose Detroit Flats Day Use Area for picnicking, kayaking, swimming, boating, and water skiing.
Bicyclists take advantage of the 70-mile Cascading Rivers Scenic Bikeway, extending from the north end of Detroit Lake up the Breitenbush River and then down to Clackamas River to Estacada.
Explore the many interesting hiking trails around Detroit Lake: Detroit Lake Area Hiking Trails.
Stop by Packsaddle Park along the Santiam River.
Visit Sevenmile Creek Falls along the Santiam River.
Head up the North Santiam River to Whispering Falls.

Key Southshore Campground Regulations

Mooring of boats is not allowed at the dock in the day use area.
Quiet Hours extend 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.
Pets must be kept on leash and attended at all times.
Secure food and scented items from bears.

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