Shotgun Creek Recreation Site

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Shotgun Creek Recreation Site, Bureau of Land Management

Overview The refreshing location with its lush, forest setting, coupled with comforts normally associated with an urban park, blend seamlessly at this popular day-use site. Here, one can immerse in the enjoyment of surrounding hiking trails, a swimming area, meandering creeks, and picnicking units. Whether seeking trail solitude, a fun day of water play during the heat of summer, or the lingering memory of that very special celebration, this special place awaits your arrival.… How to get there: From the North Take Interstate 5 south, exit 216, OR-228 towards Brownsville/Crawfordsville. Turn right on Bush Creek Road just east of Crawfordsville. Drive 12.4 miles on Bush Creek Road that turns into Marcola Road. Turn right just past the community of Mabel onto Shotgun Creek Road. Follow Shotgun Creek Road approximately 1.5 miles. The recreation site is located on the right side of the road. From the South … Cost: Day use fees and on site shelter rentals are available on site at the electronic fee station near the entrance.  A $5 daily vehicle fee is not included with shelter reservations and is collected on site.… Cell service: Not listed by the managing agency, so assume it may be limited. Check before you go. Contact: Managed by Bureau of Land Management. Phone: 541-683-6600. Email: [email protected]. Reserve: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/273310 Info and photos from Recreation.gov (photo credit: Lauren Bonney - BLM, Lauren Bonney - BLM ). Fees and conditions change, so confirm before you travel.