Slide Creek Campground
Willamette National Forest, Oregon
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As of October 2026, Slide Creek Campground is a campground in Willamette National Forest, Oregon with 9 campsites. Slide Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Slide Creek Campground is located at 44.0747° N, 122.2247° W.
- people allowed on 7 of 9 sites
- 8
- people allowed on the largest site
- 12
Slide Creek Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Stay and booking rules
- Taxes apply
Published by Recreation.gov for Slide Creek Campground, read on September 30, 2026.
Campsites at Slide Creek Campground
- Standard 9
What an RV fits
- 15 ft1 site
- 20 ft2 sites
- 30 ft2 sites
- 35 ft2 sites
- 40 ft1 site
- 90 ft1 site
Amenities
- restrooms
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Mountain.
Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife, photography.
All sites at Slide Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
Every site is in the SLIDE CREEK loop.
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Max RV |
|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | Standard | 8 | 20 ft |
| 004 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 006 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 008 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 010 | Standard | 8 | 15 ft |
| 011 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 012 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 015 | Standard | - | 20 ft |
| 016 | Standard | 12 | 90 ft |
About Slide Creek Campground
Overview
Slide Creek Campground is a unique camping destination just 50 miles from Eugene, Oregon. Located on the east bank of the Cougar Reservoir, it is known for handy access to boating and many water activities.
It is also near Terwilliger Hot Springs, a pristine area with 5 soaking pools fed by the Rider Creek waterfall.
Recreation
Activities on the reservoir include water skiing, swimming, fishing and canoeing. Anglers might catch some quality rainbow trout.
The campground is close to a large network of hiking trails in the Olallie Trail Area. Half of the trails are open to biking as well.
Facilities
Both campground and the day use area guests have access to drinking water, vault toilets, a boat ramp, ample parking and a swimming beach. A separate parking lot is available for boat trailers.
The facility has 15 campsites that can accommodate tents, trailers or RVs and come equipped with campfire rings and picnic tables.
Natural Features
The Willamette National Forest stretches for 110 miles with varied landscapes of high mountains, narrow canyons, cascading streams, and wooded slopes. Native wildlife includes Roosevelt elk, black bear, bald eagles, black tail deer and bobcats.
Cougar Reservoir sits at 1,700 feet in elevation and is an estimated 1,280 acres. Some campsites have views of Cougar Reservoir and all sites are an easy walk to the swimming area.
Rules and notices at Slide Creek Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Slide Creek Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
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
There are no electric site hook-ups at this facility
This campground has first-come, first-serve sites
Limit 1 vehicle per site; there is a fee 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 sure to reserve a site that will accommodate your equipment. The site you reserve is your site. You may not move to another site.
Any accepted senior passes must be entered for the discount at the time of booking for single sites only.
For more information on Willamette National Forest, click here
Customer Service Contact 801-226-3564 or Help.Willamette.McKenzieRiver@AmericanLL.com
Slide Creek Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Slide Creek Campground?
Slide Creek 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 Slide Creek Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Slide Creek 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 Slide Creek Campground have?
Slide Creek Campground has 9 campsites.
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