Can you reserve a site at Cold Water Cove - Willamette NF (OR)?

Yes, Cold Water Cove - Willamette NF (OR) is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Cold Water Cove - Willamette NF (OR) have?

41 sites in total, of which 33 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Cold Water Cove - Willamette NF (OR)?

99 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Cold Water Cove - Willamette NF (OR)?

Yes, pets are allowed at Cold Water Cove - Willamette NF (OR).

Are campfires allowed at Cold Water Cove - Willamette NF (OR)?

Campfires are allowed at Cold Water Cove - Willamette NF (OR). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Cold Water Cove - Willamette NF (OR), Oregon — 33 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

This campground provides 34 campsites, 31 singles and 3 double, that accommodate vehicles 18 to 50 feet in length depending on site. No sites are directly on the shoreline of the lake, but several offer views of the lake. Drinking water is available at two handpumps, one in the campground and one in the boat launch area. There are four double vault toilets shared by both sites. The boat launch area includes a boat launch for canoes or small non-motorized crafts (no motors are allowed on the lake), a small fish cleaning station, and a picnic site. There is also an extra vehicle, or overflow, parking area. *Extra Vehicle Fees for campers & Day Use/Boat Launch Fee for non-campers/day users.

Campfires allowed until and unless otherwise posted. Fire bans are common during summer months. Please plan accordingly.

Cold Water Cove Campground offers stunning views of turquoise-colored Clear Lake and 3,000-year-old lava fields, making it an ideal location. On clear days, visitors can catch a glimpse of the Three Sisters and Mount Washington. Fishing, hiking, canoeing and boating are popular activities.

The campground sits at the south end of the lake at an elevation of 3,100 feet. A mix of maple, alder and Douglas fir trees cover the area. Some sites have limited views of the lake, and all sites have privacy from neighboring campers. Cold Water Cove sits in the midsection of the Cascades mountain range.

This campground offers both reservable and FCFS campsites.

Scan and Pay might be offered at this campground; It is recommended that you pay by cash or check for FCFS campsites. There are no refunds, modifications, cancellations, or other fee changes allowed with FCFS payments. This system is the same as putting cash into a fee tube and cannot be refunded. Please download the Rec.Gov app prior to arriving at the campground as there may be no cellular service or very limited service at the campground. If no Scan & Pay option is available you must pay via cash or check.

Reservation may be made up to 6 months in advance of arrival date by reserving online at RECREATION. GOV or by calling 877-444-6777.

Recreation

Clear Lake is popular for fishing, canoeing, kayaking and row boats. Anglers cast for brook, rainbow and cutthroat trout. Power boating is not permitted, which makes for calm waters. A boat ramp and fish cleaning station are located in the campground. Boat rentals are available at nearby Clear Lake Resort.

The McKenzie River National Recreation Trail passes through the campground and runs along Clear Lake. The trail stretches 26 miles and is open to hikers and mountain bikers.

Facilities

The campground offers single and double-family campsites. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets, trash collection and drinking water are provided. No hookups are available.

There is a restaurant/lodge located nearby at Clear Lake Resort.

Natural Features

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (541) 967-3917.

Nearby Attractions

Nearby attractions include: Clear Lake for fishing, non-motorized rowboat use and hiking. Rowboats and Kayaks are available to rent at nearby Clear Lake Resort. Clear Lake is the head waters for the McKenzie River, and is renowned for its cold, clear water and preserved grove of underwater trees. The McKenzie River National Scenic Trail is on one side of Clear Lake, and a connecting trail offers a loop hiking trail opportunity around the lake. Trails also connect the campground to short hikes to Sahalie and Koosah Falls, spectacular waterfalls located within a mile of the campground. Also, close in proximity, is the McKenzie Pass-Santiam Pass National Scenic Byway and Mt. Washington Wilderness.

The facts

Season: May – October — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
33 bookable sites
41 sites in total, including non-bookable
1 accessible site
Vehicles up to 99 ft
Up to 12 people per site
Loops: A, AREA COLD WATER COVE, COLD, S&P

Site types

25 Standard Nonelectric
8 Management
7 Tent Only Nonelectric
1 Shelter Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed
Water hookups — not available
Sewer hookups — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups.

Book on Recreation.gov

41 campsites at Cold Water Cove - Willamette NF (OR)

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Water	Max rig	People
001	A	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	—	29 ft	8	🐾
002	A	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	—	51 ft	8	🐾
003	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	42 ft	8	🐾
004	A	Shelter Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	45 ft	8	🐾
006	A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	Slight	—	72 ft	8	🐾
007	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
008	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	—	34 ft	8	🐾
009	A	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	—	25 ft	8	🐾
010	A	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	15 ft	8	🐾
011	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	—	40 ft	8	🐾
012	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	—	34 ft	8	🐾
013	A	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Severe	—	32 ft	8	🐾
014	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	25 ft	8	🐾
015	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	—	35 ft	8	🐾
016	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	22 ft	8	🐾
017	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Severe	—	59 ft	12	🐾
019	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	20 ft	8	🐾
020	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	40 ft	8	🐾
021	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	42 ft	8	🐾
005 - MANAGEMENT SITE	AREA COLD WATER COVE	Management	—	—	—	—	—	—
020	AREA COLD WATER COVE	Management	—	—	—	—	—	—
034	AREA COLD WATER COVE	Management	—	—	—	—	—	—
035	AREA COLD WATER COVE	Management	—	—	—	—	—	—
XXX	AREA COLD WATER COVE	Management	Back In	Paved	—	—	40 ft	6	♿ 🐾
XXXX	AREA COLD WATER COVE	Management	Back In	Paved	—	—	45 ft	6	🐾
022	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
023	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	37 ft	8	🐾
024	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	Slight	—	99 ft	12	🐾
025	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	42 ft	8	🐾
026	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	60 ft	8	🐾
027	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	49 ft	8	🐾
028	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	—	46 ft	8	🐾
029	COLD	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	—	21 ft	8	🐾
030	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	—	42 ft	8	🐾
031	COLD	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	18 ft	8	🐾
032	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	—	29 ft	8	🐾
033	COLD	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	—	17 ft	8	🐾
034	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	—	29 ft	8	🐾
035	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	—	29 ft	8	🐾
Double S&P	S&P	Management	Back In	Paved	—	Lakefront	42 ft	12	🐾
Single S&P	S&P	Management	Back In	—	—	—	30 ft	—

Getting there

From Eugene, Oregon, take I-105 east to McKenzie Highway 126. Travel east on 126 for 55 miles to McKenzie Bridge. From McKenzie Bridge,OR, travel east on Highway 126 for 18 miles to the Clear Lake Area. Before reaching Clear Lake, turn right on Forest Road 770, heading northeast 1 mile to Coldwater Cove Campground at the end of the road.

44.36389, -121.98889 · 44°21'50.0"N 121°59'20.0"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	12.0	8.4	9.0	6.8	4.5	2.8	0.7	0.9	2.2	6.5	11.4	14.0

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Cold Water Cove - Willamette NF (OR)

Can you reserve a site at Cold Water Cove - Willamette NF (OR)?: Yes, Cold Water Cove - Willamette NF (OR) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Cold Water Cove - Willamette NF (OR) have?: 41 sites in total, of which 33 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Cold Water Cove - Willamette NF (OR)?: 99 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Cold Water Cove - Willamette NF (OR)?: Yes, pets are allowed at Cold Water Cove - Willamette NF (OR).
Does Cold Water Cove - Willamette NF (OR) have hookups?: No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at Cold Water Cove - Willamette NF (OR)?: Campfires are allowed at Cold Water Cove - Willamette NF (OR). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Cold Water Cove - Willamette NF (OR) also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Cold Water Cove - Willamette NF (OR)'s operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Single Campsites - $25 per night
Multiple Campsites - $46 per night
Extra Vehicles - $9 per vehicle, per night
Day Use - $9 per vehicle, per day

Restrictions:

Camping is not allowed more than 14 days in a 60 day period.
Check-in time: 2:00 pm or later. Check-out time: 1:00 pm
Use of chainsaws in the campground is prohibited
Dogs MUST be on leash at all times within the campground

USDA Forest Service's own page

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Contact

Phone 801-226-3564
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-07-21.

Cold Water Cove - Willamette NF (OR)