Can you reserve a site at Frissell Crossing Campground?

Yes, Frissell Crossing Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Frissell Crossing Campground?

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

Are pets allowed at Frissell Crossing Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Frissell Crossing Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Frissell Crossing Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Frissell Crossing Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Frissell Crossing Campground, Oregon — 11 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

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.

The facts

Season: May – September — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
11 bookable sites
Vehicles up to 50 ft
Up to 12 people per site
Loops: FRISSELL CROSSING, FRISSELL CROSSING CAMPGROUND

Site types

11 Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed

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

Book on Recreation.gov

11 campsites at Frissell Crossing Campground

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Water	Max rig	People
02	FRISSELL CROSSING	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
07	FRISSELL CROSSING	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	20 ft	8	🐾
08	FRISSELL CROSSING	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	20 ft	8	🐾
09	FRISSELL CROSSING	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	20 ft	8	🐾
10	FRISSELL CROSSING	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	20 ft	—
11	FRISSELL CROSSING	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	20 ft	—
01	FRISSELL CROSSING CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Riverfront	40 ft	8	🐾
03	FRISSELL CROSSING CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Riverfront	50 ft	8	🐾
04	FRISSELL CROSSING CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Riverfront	50 ft	8	🐾
05	FRISSELL CROSSING CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Riverfront	50 ft	12	🐾
06	FRISSELL CROSSING CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Riverfront	30 ft	8	🐾

Getting there

From Blue River, OR, travel 4 miles east on Highway 126 to Aufderheide Drive (Forest Service Road 19). Turn right on Aufderheide Drive and continue south about 3/4 mile. Veer right at the Y and continue 20 miles to Frissell Crossing Campground.

43.96167, -122.07917 · 43°57'42.0"N 122°4'45.0"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	10.2	7.2	7.9	6.6	4.6	2.7	0.7	0.8	2.1	5.6	9.9	11.7

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.9 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 Frissell Crossing Campground

Can you reserve a site at Frissell Crossing Campground?: Yes, Frissell Crossing Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Frissell Crossing Campground have?: 11 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Frissell Crossing Campground?: 50 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Frissell Crossing Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Frissell Crossing Campground.
Are campfires allowed at Frissell Crossing Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Frissell Crossing Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Frissell Crossing Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Frissell Crossing Campground's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Single Campsites - $19 per night
Multiple Campsites - $38 per night
Extra Vehicles - $10 per vehicle, per night
Day Use - $10 per vehicle, per day

Restrictions:

Camping is restricted to developed campgrounds
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

Camping near Frissell Crossing Campground

Roaring River (Group) 0.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Box Canyon Guard Station Cabin 3.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Red Diamond Campground 5.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Skookum Creek Campground 7.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Hard Rock Campground 8.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
French Pete Campground 8.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Indian Ridge Lookout 9.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Cougar Crossing Campground 9.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Sunnyside Campground 9.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Kiahanie 10.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Northwest Forest Pass - Willamette National Forest 6.1 mi · Activity pass
Cougar Crossing Campground 9.7 mi · Campground

Contact

Phone 801-226-3564
Email Help.Willamette.McKenzieRiver@AmericanLL.com
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-01.

Frissell Crossing Campground