Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, or)
Willamette National Forest, Oregon
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As of October 2026, Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, or) is a campground in Willamette National Forest, Oregon with 19 campsites. Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, or) is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, or) is located at 43.8067° N, 122.5972° W.
- people allowed on 17 of 19 sites
- 6
- people allowed on the largest site
- 30
Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, or) reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Next Available Dates
18 sites open on Oct 4 at Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, or). Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.
As of 30 September 2026, 17:20 UTC.
Stay and booking rules
- Taxes apply
- Maximum stay: 14 nights
Published by Recreation.gov for Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, or), read on September 29, 2026.
Campsites at Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, or)
- Standard 17
- Group 2
What an RV fits
- 20 ft4 sites
- 24 ft6 sites
- 28 ft3 sites
- 30 ft3 sites
- 34 ft1 site
- 38 ft1 site
- 44 ft1 site
Amenities
- restrooms
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Mountain.
Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, wildlife, photography, horse riding.
All sites at Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, or), as listed by Recreation.gov
Every site is in the AREA BLACK CANYON CAMPGROUND loop.
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Max RV |
|---|---|---|---|
| 003 | Standard | 6 | 38 ft |
| 040 | Group | 12 | 30 ft |
| 041 | Standard | 6 | 24 ft |
| 042 | Standard | 6 | 24 ft |
| 043 | Standard | 6 | 24 ft |
| 044 | Standard | 6 | 34 ft |
| 045-49 | Group | 30 | 44 ft |
| 063 | Standard | 6 | 28 ft |
| 064 | Standard | 6 | 20 ft |
| 065 | Standard | 6 | 30 ft |
| 066 | Standard | 6 | 30 ft |
| 067 | Standard | 6 | 24 ft |
| 068 | Standard | 6 | 28 ft |
| 069 | Standard | 6 | 20 ft |
| 070 | Standard | 6 | 28 ft |
| 071 | Standard | 6 | 24 ft |
| 072 | Standard | 6 | 24 ft |
| 073 | Standard | 6 | 20 ft |
| 074 | Standard | 6 | 20 ft |
About Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, or)
Overview
Black Canyon Campground in Oregon rests next to the Middle Fork of the Willamette River. This scenic campground is heavily shaded by towering hemlock, cedar and Douglas fir. Fishing and kayaking are a popular pastimes.
Recreation
A 1-mile interpretive nature trail winds through the campground, and Lookout Point Lake is less than a mile away, with opportunities for boating and fishing. A boat ramp is located on the lake.
The Willamette National Forest has about 1,700 miles of trails. While many are located in wilderness areas, a number of trails are situated at lower elevations and provide easy, year-round hiking.
Black Canyon is within the Winberry Trail Area, with excellent terrain like the Tire Mountain Trail for mountain biking and horseback riding, and the Clover Patch Trail for hiking.
Facilities
The campground offers some riverside sites with pleasant shade, fresh air with cool breezes.
There are 75 sites, 19 are reservable. Each site contains a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided.
Natural Features
The Willamette National Forest stretches 110 miles along the western slope of the Cascade Range in western Oregon.
Elevations on the forest range from about 1,500 feet above sea level to 10,495 feet at the snowcapped summit of Mt. Jefferson, Oregon's second highest peak.
Wildlife in the region includes black tail deer, Roosevelt elk, bobcats and bald eagles.
Nearby Attractions
Visitors enjoy sightseeing along the West Cascades Scenic Byway. The drive begins at Westfir and stretches 220 miles past waterfalls, ancient forests and numerous rivers, creeks and lakes.
Rules and notices at Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, or)
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, or) on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
No electric hookups at this facility
Large RVs are not recommended
This campground has first-come, first-served sites
A fee will be charged for extra vehicles
Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
No discharging firearms, possession of fireworks or use of chainsaws allowed
Be bear aware; keep all food out of sight in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from the area after eating
Any accepted senior passes must be entered for the discount at the time of booking for single sites only.
Customer Service Contact 801-226-3564 or Help.Willamette.MiddleFork@AmericanLL.com
Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, or) FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, or)?
Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, or) is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 19 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.
How do I find last-minute availability at Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, or)?
Cancellations happen frequently at Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, or), especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.
How many campsites does Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, or) have?
Black Canyon Campground (Willamette National Forest, or) has 19 campsites.
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