Breitenbush Campground

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Willamette National Forest

Campground · USDA Forest Service · Willamette National Forest Fees: - Single Campsites - $21 per night - Multiple Campsites - $40 per night - Extra Vehicles - $9 per vehicle, per night - Day Use - $9 per vehicle, per day Campsite must be occupied every night paid. Status: closed Reservations: Reserve online at www.recreation.gov or phone 1.877.444.6777. Over half the campsites are available for advance reservation via recreation.gov. The remainder are first come first serve. Overview Breitenbush Campground is nestled along the banks of its namesake river in the forests of western Oregon. The peaceful flow of the river can be heard throughout the campground, providing a peaceful getaway for campers. The campground lies in the Willamette National Forest, which stretches for 110 miles along the western slopes of the Cascade Range. The varied landscape of high mountains, narrow canyons, cascading streams and wooded slopes offer varied recreational opportunities for visitors. The Breitenbush River is a tributary of the North Santiam River, and its clean waters flow from snow melt in the Mount Jefferson Wilderness. A variety of plants and foliage separate the spacious campsites and provide privacy from other sites. Located nearly 10 miles east of Detroit, Oregon, at an elevation of 2,100 feet. Visitors can reach the site from Detroit by traveling north on state… Getting there: From Detroit, Oregon, at the intersection of State Route 22 and Forest Service Road (FSR) 46, take FSR 46 north and continue 9.3 miles to the campground on the right. Rules: - Camping is not allowed more than 14 days in a 60 day period. - Check-in time: 2:00 pm or later. Check-out time: 1:00 pm - Use of chainsaws in the campground is prohibited - Dogs MUST be on leash at all times within the campground Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233301 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Allie Bates