Can you reserve a site at Limberlost Campground?

Yes, Limberlost Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Limberlost Campground have?

2 sites in total, of which 1 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Limberlost Campground?

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

Are pets allowed at Limberlost Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Limberlost Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Limberlost Campground?

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

Limberlost Campground, Oregon — 1 site, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

After a fun filled day exploring the area, relax and fall asleep to the sound of the babbling Lost Creek at this secluded and quiet Group site that's made up of 12 sites. Towering Douglas fir and cedar trees surround this small, rustic and compact campground. The campground’s name was derived from "Girl of the Limberlost," a classic novel by American writer and naturalist, Gene Stratton-Porter. The campground offers vault toilets and garbage service. Each campsite includes a fire ring and picnic table. There is no drinking water available at the campground. Firewood is available at Olallie Campground.

Hikers, swimmers, and anglers alike will delight with nearby Three Sisters Wilderness Area, Mt. Washington Wilderness, and Lost Creek. Those interested in relaxing will enjoy a soak in nearby Belknap Hot Springs. If you have an interest in biking, several trails outside of the Wilderness areas are available.

Recreation

Hikers, swimmers, and anglers alike will delight with nearby Three Sisters Wilderness Area, Mt. Washington Wilderness, and Lost Creek. Those interested in relaxing will enjoy a soak in nearby Belknap Hot Springs. If you have an interest in biking, several trails outside of the Wilderness Areas are available.

Facilities

The campground offers vault toilets and garbage service. Each campsite includes a fire ring and picnic table. There is no drinking water available at the campground. Firewood is available at Olallie Campground.

Natural Features

Located near the Three Sisters Wilderness Area, Limberlost is surrounded by fir and cedar forest. The vine maples and thimbleberry in the area help provide privacy and shade for some sites. With the babbling Lost Creek in the background, Limberlost will not disappoint.

Nearby Attractions

Both general stores and restaurants are nearby in the towns of McKenzie Bridge and Blue River.

The facts

Season: May – September — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
1 bookable site
2 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 32 ft
Up to 75 people per site
Loops: LIMBERLOST CAMPGROUND, S&P

Site types

1 Group Standard Nonelectric
1 Management

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed

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

Book on Recreation.gov

2 campsites at Limberlost Campground

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Water	Max rig	People
Limberlost Group Site	LIMBERLOST CAMPGROUND	Group Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Riverfront	32 ft	75	🐾
Single S&P	S&P	Management	Back In	Gravel	Riverfront	32 ft	8	🐾

Getting there

From McKenzie Bridge, travel east on Hwy 126 to Hwy 242. Follow Hwy 242 approximately 2 miles east to Limberlost Campground.

44.17402, -122.05357 · 44°10'26.5"N 122°3'12.9"W

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Typical weather

Typically 86°F in Jul, down to 41°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	44	47	53	61	71	77	86	86	76	59	47	41
Low °F	31	32	33	37	43	47	51	49	45	39	35	31
Precip in	10.5	7.1	7.9	6.8	4.4	2.8	0.7	0.9	2.4	6.2	10.4	11.3

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.1 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 Limberlost Campground

Can you reserve a site at Limberlost Campground?: Yes, Limberlost Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Limberlost Campground have?: 2 sites in total, of which 1 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Limberlost Campground?: 32 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Limberlost Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Limberlost Campground.
Are campfires allowed at Limberlost Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Limberlost Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

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

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Group Site (up to 50 people): $165/night

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 Limberlost Campground

Paradise in Oregon 2.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Horse Creek Group Campground 4.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Olallie on McKenzie Highway - Willamette (OR) 5.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
McKenzie Bridge 6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Alder Springs 7.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Trail Bridge 7.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Scott Lake 8.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Paradise Campground 1.9 mi · Campground
McKenzie River Ranger District (Hwy 126) 3.1 mi · Facility
Olallie Campground 5.7 mi · Campground
McKenzie Bridge Day Use Area 6 mi · Facility
Alder Springs Campground 6.9 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.

Limberlost Campground