Can you reserve a site at Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site?

Yes, Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site?

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

Are pets allowed at Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site?

Yes, pets are allowed at Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site.

Are campfires allowed at Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site?

Campfires are allowed at Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site, Oregon — 23 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Limited picnic areas at Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site are open for day use, but camping remains closed. Canyon Creek Recreation Site is open for day use.

Nearby Attractions:

Canyon Creek Recreation Site is located downstream from Elkhorn Valley and is open for day use including swimming, fishing, and picnicking. Fishermen's Bend Recreation Site, along Hwy 22 closer to Mill City, is open to day use where you can picnic, hold events and gatherings, relax, cool off, fish and put in a non-motorized boat.

Along Forest Road 2209 in the Willamette National Forest the sites Three Pools, Shady Cove, Opal Creek Wilderness, and Jawbone Flats are closed until further notice.

Recreation

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Facilities

Camping at Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site remains closed due to heavy wildfire damage, but day use amenities such as picnic sites, vault toilets, and trash services are available in the first loop.

Natural Features

During your stay, view the deep emerald pools, surrounding cliffs, waterfalls and old-growth forest. Enjoy some of the best swimming in Oregon by cooling off in the refreshing Little North Santiam River on a hot summer day.

Nearby Attractions

Charges & Cancellations

Standard fees apply and are non-refundable.

Visit https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies for more information.

The facts

23 bookable sites
10 accessible sites
Vehicles up to 49 ft
Up to 10 people per site
Loops: A Loop, B Loop, C Loop

Site types

17 Standard Nonelectric
6 Tent Only Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.

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23 campsites at Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 1:00 PM

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Water	Max rig	People
001	A Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	40 ft	10	♿ 🐾
002	A Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	27 ft	8	♿ 🐾
003	A Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	22 ft	8	♿ 🐾
004	A Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	22 ft	8	♿ 🐾
005	A Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	21 ft	8	♿ 🐾
006	A Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	26 ft	8	♿ 🐾
007	A Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	16 ft	8	♿ 🐾
008	A Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	22 ft	8	♿ 🐾
009	A Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	18 ft	8	♿ 🐾
010	B Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	16 ft	8	♿ 🐾
011	B Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	18 ft	8	🐾
012	B Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	19 ft	8	🐾
013	B Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	18 ft	8	🐾
014	B Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	18 ft	8	🐾
015	B Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	18 ft	8	🐾
016	B Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	18 ft	8	🐾
017	B Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	18 ft	8	🐾
018	C Loop	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	Riverfront	19 ft	8	🐾
019	C Loop	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	Riverfront	49 ft	10	🐾
020	C Loop	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	Riverfront	20 ft	8	🐾
021	C Loop	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	Riverfront	23 ft	8	🐾
022	C Loop	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	Riverfront	22 ft	8	🐾
023	C Loop	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	Riverfront	25 ft	8	🐾

Getting there

From Salem: Take State Hwy 22 East for 24 approximately miles. Turn left on North Fork County Road. Elkhorn Valley is 8.5 miles up North Fork County Road. Traffic is high during the summer season. Please drive carefully. Be aware of slippery roads during wet and icy weather.

44.79778, -122.45583 · 44°47'52.0"N 122°27'21.0"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	9.8	7.6	8.0	7.2	5.6	3.3	0.7	0.8	2.8	6.5	10.3	11.4

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8.2 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 Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site

Can you reserve a site at Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site?: Yes, Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site have?: 23 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site?: 49 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site?: Yes, pets are allowed at Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site.
Are campfires allowed at Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site?: Campfires are allowed at Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site

Fishermens Bend 3.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Shady Cove 8.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Aquila Vista Recreation Site 13 mi · Campground · we watch it
Yellowbottom Recreation Site 15 mi · Campground · we watch it
Southshore at Detroit Lake - Willamette (OR) 15.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Three Pools Day Use Area 7.5 mi · Facility
Opal Creek Wilderness 10.3 mi · Facility
Opal Creek Trailhead (Gate) 10.3 mi · Facility
Pechuck Lookout 12.2 mi · Facility
Detroit Lake 13 mi · Facility
Detroit Ranger District (US Highway 22) 14.1 mi · Facility
Southshore Campground 15.1 mi · Campground

Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-05-08.

Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site