Old Miner's Meadow Group Use Area
Campground · Oregon · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the Bureau of Land Management
Quartzville Creek (Designated - Recreational) · Open Access
- 1
- Bookable site
- up to 75
- People per site
- 1,460 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Old Miner's Meadow is a two-acre, fenced-in group use area, located in an open meadow surrounded by forests along the Quartzville Creek National Wild and Scenic River and upstream from the Green Peter Reservoir. It is available by reservation only.
The area is popular for gold panning, fishing, scenic touring and kayaking. Weekends tend to be busy, so campers should book early.
Summer weather is comfortable, but can be cool. Visitors should come prepared for lower temperatures at night.
Recreation
The creek is popular for gold panning and kayaking, while the reservoir offers great fishing, swimming, sailing and water skiing. Within a short drive along the creek, campers can find deep pools, waterfalls and swimming areas. Visitors can also drive the Quartzville National Back Country Byway, which meanders along the creek, two lakes and scenic mountain views. There are hiking trails in the nearby national forests.Facilities
Maximum of 50 people per reservation.
This facility consists of one large group area with no designated campsites. Site amenities include picnic tables, individual campfire rings, a group campfire ring and grill, trash collection, vault toilets and horseshoe pits.
The toilets for the site are available to campers on private land just outside the site fence boundary. Groups are required to bring their own drinking water and firewood.
Natural Features
The section of Quartzville Creek adjacent to the campground is registered as a National Wild and Scenic River for its recreation and resource opportunities. The nearby Green Peter Reservoir has emerald-colored waters, mountain views and plenty of space for water activities.Though some areas of the surrounding forests have been logged, groves of old growth trees are a short drive away from the campground. This facility is in a meadow dotted with trees, and has both shaded and sunny sites. Though campers may not see them in the campground, elk frequent the area.
Nearby Attractions
Campers can visit the East Linn Museum in the town of Sweet Home to learn about the history of the area. The campground is also adjacent to the Willamette National Forest, which stretches for 110 miles along the western slopes of the Cascade Range in western Oregon.Willamette National Forest
Contact Info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (503) 375-5646.Charges & Cancellations
Standard fees apply and are non-refundable.
Visit https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies for more information.
The facts
- 1 bookable site
- Up to 75 people per site
- Loops: Old Miner's Meadow Group Site
Site types
- 1 Group Standard Area Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills, pets allowed.
1 campsite at Old Miner's Meadow Group Use Area
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Old Miner's Meadow Group Site | Group Standard Area Nonelectric | — | Gravel | Riverfront | — | 75 |
Getting there
44.58583, -122.35083 · 44°35'9.0"N 122°21'3.0"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 16.8 | 12.4 | 13.3 | 10.7 | 6.6 | 4.3 | 0.8 | 1.3 | 4.1 | 10.0 | 16.7 | 18.8 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.2 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
Campground fee of $100 per night up to 50 people. Each additional person is $2.00 per night. Additional service fees apply and are non-refundable.
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
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Common questions about Old Miner's Meadow Group Use Area
- Can you reserve a site at Old Miner's Meadow Group Use Area?
- Yes, Old Miner's Meadow Group Use Area is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Old Miner's Meadow Group Use Area have?
- 1 site.
- Are campfires allowed at Old Miner's Meadow Group Use Area?
- Campfires are allowed at Old Miner's Meadow Group Use Area. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
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Contact
- Phone 503-897-2406
- Email Fish_Bend@blm.gov
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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