Can you reserve a site at Kelsay Valley Horse Camp?

Yes, Kelsay Valley Horse Camp is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Kelsay Valley Horse Camp have?

18 sites in total, of which 14 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Kelsay Valley Horse Camp?

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

Are pets allowed at Kelsay Valley Horse Camp?

Yes, pets are allowed at Kelsay Valley Horse Camp.

Are campfires allowed at Kelsay Valley Horse Camp?

Campfires are allowed at Kelsay Valley Horse Camp. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Kelsay Valley Horse Camp, Oregon — 14 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

This campground and trailhead is located along the Wild and Scenic North Umpqua River. Visitors will experience the river's rushing waters as they pass through lush high Cascade meadows. Spring arrives late in the high country and it is welcomed here with an explosion of colors. Purples, reds, yellows, greens, and white are arranged in a riotous bouquet. This site is designed to accommodate pack and saddle use as well as standard camping.

Recreation

The campground serves as a base camp for many trailheads that are local favorites for horse riding. Please be courteous and only reserve equestrian site(s) if you bring a horse. Campers in equestrian site(s) without pack or riding horses may be turned away or directed to another campground.

Facilities

This campground has 15 sites open to the public. There are ten equestrian sites with corrals for pack and riding horses. Most corrals are 12 ft. by 12 ft. The campground also has five non-equestrian/standard non-electric sites. All sites have partial shade, picnic tables and and campfire rings with grills. Vault toilets are provided, however, there is no drinking water. Manure bins, wheelbarrows and shovels are also provided. There is limited garbage service – please pack your garbage out with you.

Natural Features

Umpqua National Forest visitors are often taken aback by unique and surprising landscapes shaped by explosive geologic events. The 984,602-acre forest provides spectacular scenery and an abundance of natural and cultural resources. The translation of the word, "Umpqua," meaning "thundering waters," defines the area. High mountain lakes, heart-stopping rapids, peaceful ponds and thundering waterfalls, including the 272-foot Watson Falls on the North Umpqua Highway, offer visitors a renewed sense of spirit. Diverse ecosystems support a wide range of habitat for wildlife. From eagles and owls to salamanders and salmon, these species, along with many others, depend on surrounding undeveloped wilderness, clean streams and diverse forests to live.

Nearby Attractions

This site provides access to Porcupine Connect Trail 1412A , which connects to the North Umpqua Trail 1414 and Windigo Pass Trail 1412 . The North Umpqua Trail heads southeast to enter Mount Thielsen Wilderness where it connects with the Tolo Creek Trail #1466 , Lucile Lake Trail #1459 , Maidu Lake Loop Trail, and the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail #2000 . In addition, Lemolo Lake and Resort are just a short drive away.

The facts

14 bookable sites
18 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 25 ft
Up to 8 people per site
Loops: A, B, Extra Vehicle, Scan and Pay

Site types

9 Equestrian Nonelectric
5 Standard Nonelectric
4 Management

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits.

Book on Recreation.gov

18 campsites at Kelsay Valley Horse Camp

Check-in 1:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Max rig	People
A001 - HOST	A	Equestrian Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	🐾
A002	A	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	🐾
A003	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	🐾
A004	A	Equestrian Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	🐾
A005	A	Equestrian Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	🐾
A006	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	🐾
A007	A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	🐾
A008	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	🐾
A009	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Severe	25 ft	8	🐾
B001	B	Management	Pull Through	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	🐾
B002	B	Equestrian Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	25 ft	8	🐾
B003	B	Equestrian Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	🐾
B004	B	Equestrian Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	🐾
B005	B	Equestrian Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	🐾
B006	B	Equestrian Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	🐾
B007	B	Equestrian Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	🐾
Extra Vehicle Fee	Extra Vehicle	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	🐾
Equestrian and Standard Sites	Scan and Pay	Management	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	25 ft	8	🐾

Getting there

From Roseburg, OR, travel east on OR-138 /NE Diamond Lake Boulevard for about 74 miles. Turn left onto Forest Road 60 (Windigo Pass Road). Follow for 4.5 miles, and then turn right onto Forest Road 6000-958 (red road). Drive 1.5 miles to the end of the road to Kelsay Valley Horse Camp and Trailhead.

43.31790, -122.09699 · 43°19'4.4"N 122°5'49.1"W

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Typical weather

Typically 79°F in Aug, down to 38°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	40	42	46	50	61	68	79	79	72	59	45	38
Low °F	27	27	29	32	38	43	48	47	43	36	31	26
Precip in	10.0	6.8	7.2	6.0	4.0	2.4	0.8	0.7	1.9	5.0	9.4	11.9

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.9 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

$5.00 extra vehicle fee per vehicle per night **MUST BE PAID AT THE CAMPGROUND FEE KIOSK UPON ARRIVAL

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 Kelsay Valley Horse Camp

Can you reserve a site at Kelsay Valley Horse Camp?: Yes, Kelsay Valley Horse Camp is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Kelsay Valley Horse Camp have?: 18 sites in total, of which 14 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Kelsay Valley Horse Camp?: 25 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Kelsay Valley Horse Camp?: Yes, pets are allowed at Kelsay Valley Horse Camp.
Are campfires allowed at Kelsay Valley Horse Camp?: Campfires are allowed at Kelsay Valley Horse Camp. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Kelsay Valley Horse Camp also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Kelsay Valley Horse Camp's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$10 for campsite
$5 for extra vehicle

Restrictions:

Quiet hours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.
Campfires in developed fire pits only
Fireworks are prohibited
Dogs must be on leash
OHV/ATV use prohibited in the campground
Maximum length of stay: 14 days
Wilderness restrictions apply within Mt. Thielsen Wilderness.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Kelsay Valley Horse Camp

Inlet Campground 2.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
East Lemolo Campground 3.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Bunker Hill Campground 4.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Poole Creek 5.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Timpanogas 6.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Windy Group Camp 10.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Poole Creek Swimming Site 4.9 mi · Facility
Lemolo Lake/Crater Lake N KOA 5 mi · Campground
Clearwater Falls Campground 8.4 mi · Campground
Digit Point Campground 9.1 mi · Campground
Diamond Lake Resort 9.9 mi · Campground
Tandy Bay Picnic Area 10.7 mi · Facility

Contact

Phone 541-498-2531
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Kelsay Valley Horse Camp