Kelsay Valley Campground / Trailhead

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Umpqua National Forest

Campground · USDA Forest Service · Umpqua National Forest Fees: - $10 for campsite - $5 for extra vehicle Status: temporarily closed Reservations: Reservations can be made through Kelsay Valley Horse Camp, Umpqua National Forest - Recreation.gov Reservations can be made through Kelsay Valley Horse Camp, Umpqua National Forest - Recreation.gov This campground and trailhead is located along the Wild and Scenic North Umpqua River where it rushes through a lush high Cascade meadow. Spring arrives late in the high country and it is welcomed here with an explosion of colors. Purples, reds, yellows, greens, and white are arranged in a riotous bouquet. This site is designed to accommodate pack and saddle use as well as standard camping. This site provides access to Porcupine Connect Trail 1412A , which connects to the North Umpqua Trail 1414 and Windigo Pass Trail 1412 . The North Umpqua Trail heads southeast to enter Mount Thielsen Wilderness where it connects with the Tolo Creek Trail #1466 , Lucile Lake Trail #1459 , Maidu Lake Loop Trail, and the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail #2000 . Facilities - 5 campsites with picnic… Rules: - Quiet hours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. - Campfires in developed fire pits only - Fireworks are prohibited - Dogs must be on leash - OHV/ATV use prohibited in the campground - Maximum length of stay: 14 days - Wilderness restrictions apply within Mt. Thielsen Wilderness. Official page: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/umpqua/recarea/?recid=63510 Source: USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go.