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Frissell Crossing Campground in Oregon
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Frissell Crossing Campground

Willamette National Forest, Oregon

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As of October 2026, Frissell Crossing Campground is a campground in Willamette National Forest, Oregon with 11 campsites. Frissell Crossing Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Frissell Crossing Campground is located at 43.9617ยฐ N, 122.0792ยฐ W.
people allowed on 8 of 11 sites
8
people allowed on the largest site
12

Frissell Crossing Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

open, tap to book on Recreation.govsold outin your alert

Stay and booking rules

  • Taxes apply

Published by Recreation.gov for Frissell Crossing Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Frissell Crossing Campground

  • Standard 11

What an RV fits

  • 20 ft5 sites
  • 30 ft2 sites
  • 40 ft1 site
  • 50 ft3 sites

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, swimming, hiking, horse riding.

All sites at Frissell Crossing Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

SiteLoopTypeSleepsMax RV
02FRISSELL CROSSINGStandard830 ft
07FRISSELL CROSSINGStandard820 ft
08FRISSELL CROSSINGStandard820 ft
09FRISSELL CROSSINGStandard820 ft
10FRISSELL CROSSINGStandard-20 ft
11FRISSELL CROSSINGStandard-20 ft
01FRISSELL CROSSING CAMPGROUNDStandard840 ft
03FRISSELL CROSSING CAMPGROUNDStandard850 ft
04FRISSELL CROSSING CAMPGROUNDStandard850 ft
05FRISSELL CROSSING CAMPGROUNDStandard1250 ft
06FRISSELL CROSSING CAMPGROUNDStandard830 ft

About Frissell Crossing Campground

Overview

This beautiful and quiet campground lies on the South Fork of the McKenzie River and was originally constructed in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps. It is located well away from the main road and some of the sites spread around an open meadow.

Recreation

Opportunities abound in this beautiful forest setting for hiking, biking, fishing, swimming and nature viewing. The Three Sisters Wilderness Area, Box Canyon Trail, Mink Lake Basin Trail, Box Canyon Horse Camp, Terwilliger Hot Springs, and Cougar Lake Reservoir are of the many assets to this area.

Facilities

This developed facility has vault toilets, fire rings, picnic tables, garbage collection, and hand-pumped drinking water.

Natural Features

Located on the Willamette National Forest, Frissell Crossing campground resides at 2,600 feet in elevation with creek access. Douglas fir, rhododendrons, and vine maple surround this serene retreat.

Nearby Attractions

Hot springs and trailheads with opportunities for hiking and mountain biking are within 10 miles of the campground.

Rules and notices at Frissell Crossing Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Frissell Crossing Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

No electric hook-ups at this facility

This facility has first-come, first-served sites

Limit one vehicle per campsite; a fee will be charged for additional 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.

Be sure to reserve a site that will accommodate your equipment. The site you reserve is your site. You man not move to another site.

Click here for more information on Willamette National Forest

This facility is operated by American Land & Leisure. Comment cards are available from staff or at www.AmericanLL.com

Customer Service Contact 801-226-3564 or Help.Willamette.McKenzieRiver@AmericanLL.com

Frissell Crossing Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Frissell Crossing Campground?

Frissell Crossing Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Frissell Crossing Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Frissell Crossing Campground, 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 Frissell Crossing Campground have?

Frissell Crossing Campground has 11 campsites.

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