Can you reserve a site at Horse Creek Group Campground?

Yes, Horse Creek Group Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Horse Creek Group Campground?

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

Are pets allowed at Horse Creek Group Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Horse Creek Group Campground.

Horse Creek Group Campground, Oregon — 1 site, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Horse Creek Group Campground is located on the banks of Horse Creek. The rushing water and tall Douglas fir trees offer a cool, shady spot to enjoy the outdoors. A picnic area offers a great spot for grilling and group gatherings.

Recreation

Fishing in Horse Creek is an enjoyable pastime. The McKenzie River National Recreation Trailhead is nearby, offering fun-filled hiking and biking opportunities. The 26-mile trail boasts wonderful scenery along the river, and is an easy hike for all ages. There are also numerous developed boat launches that provide access to the McKenzie River.

Facilities

Horse Creek accommodates up to 100 campers and 23 vehicles. The campground comes with drinking water, picnic tables, vault toilets and campfire rings. Visitors need to bring their own firewood.

Natural Features

The campground sits along Horse Creek among Douglas fir and Western Red Cedar. The creek flows into the McKenzie River, a 90-mile tributary that transports snowmelt from the Cascade Range to the Willamette Valley.

Set along the western slopes of the Cascade Mountains, gorgeous, lush mountain landscapes are found in every direction.

Nearby Attractions

Cougar Reservoir is about 10 miles southwest and boasts excellent boating opportunities.

The facts

Season: April – October — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
1 bookable site
Vehicles up to 35 ft
Up to 100 people per site
Loops: HORS

Site types

1 Group Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Fire pits
Picnic tables
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, grills, shade.

Book on Recreation.gov

1 campsite at Horse Creek Group Campground

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 1:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
1	HORS	Group Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	35 ft	100	🐾

Getting there

From Eugene, Oregon: Take I-105 East McKenzie River to highway 126E. Go 55 miles on Hwy 126 to McKenzie Bridge. From McKenzie Bridge travel east on Highway 126 to Horse Creek Road #2638. Turn right on Horse Creek Road and travel southeast for 2 miles to Horse Creek Group Campground. The campground is the first left after the junction with King Road.

44.16007, -122.14881 · 44°9'36.3"N 122°8'55.7"W

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Typical weather

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1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 1.4 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

Map

Fees and stay limits

Fee: $75.00 per night

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

Common questions about Horse Creek Group Campground

Can you reserve a site at Horse Creek Group Campground?: Yes, Horse Creek Group Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Horse Creek Group Campground have?: 1 site.
What is the maximum RV length at Horse Creek Group Campground?: 35 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Horse Creek Group Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Horse Creek Group Campground.

Also listed by

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

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Group Campsite - $75 per night (max 60 people)

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

Camping near Horse Creek Group Campground

McKenzie Bridge 1.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Paradise in Oregon 3.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Limberlost Campground 4.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Lookout Campground and Boat Launch - Willamette 6.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Mona 6.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Delta 6.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Slide Creek 7 mi · Campground · we watch it
McKenzie Bridge Day Use Area 1.7 mi · Facility
McKenzie River Ranger District (Hwy 126) 2.1 mi · Facility
Paradise Campground 3.3 mi · Campground
Lookout Campground 6.3 mi · Campground
Terwilliger (Cougar) Hot Springs 6.7 mi · Facility

Contact

Phone 541-822-3381
Book Recreation.gov

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Horse Creek Group Campground