Can you reserve a site at Red Diamond Campground?

Yes, Red Diamond Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Red Diamond Campground?

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

Are pets allowed at Red Diamond Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Red Diamond Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Red Diamond Campground?

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

Red Diamond Campground, Oregon — 1 site, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Camping groups looking for a more rustic riverside experience will enjoy Red Diamond in Willamette National Forest. The campground can accommodate up to 25 guests and provides plenty of shade for warm, summer days. The South Fork McKenzie River and many fishing holes can be accessed from the site. Hiking trails can be found in the surrounding area and the Cougar Reservoir is just a short drive north.

Recreation

Fishing and kayaking are popular activities on the river. Nearby is the Box Canyon Trail with excellent opportunities for mountain biking, hiking and horseback riding. Chucksney Mountain Trail, Grasshopper Mountain Trail and Roaring Ridge are also in the area.

Facilities

The campground is laid out on one loop with picnic tables, campfire rings and ample parking. Portable toilets and trash collection are provided. No water is available, so be sure to bring your own supply.

Natural Features

The campground is nicely shaded by Douglas fir, maple and alder trees, within the midsection of the Cascade Range in western Oregon. The South Fork of the McKenzie flows nearby. The McKenzie River is a tributary of the Willamette River that runs for 90 miles, flowing into the southernmost end of the Willamette Valley. The Willamette National Forest stretches for 110 miles with varied landscapes of high mountains, narrow canyons, cascading streams and wooded slopes.

Nearby Attractions

Head to the Three Sisters Wilderness Area to hike a part of the 260 miles of trail through 286,708 acres of wild, rugged mountains and meadows. There are also bike and horse trails within 10 miles of the campground.

The facts

1 bookable site
Vehicles up to 60 ft
Up to 25 people per site
Loops: AREA RED DIAMOND CAMPGROUND

Site types

1 Group Standard Area 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

1 campsite at Red Diamond Campground

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Water	Max rig	People
001-03	AREA RED DIAMOND CAMPGROUND	Group Standard Area Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Riverfront	60 ft	25	🐾

Getting there

From Blue River, OR, travel 4 miles east on Highway 126 to Aufderheide Drive (Forest Service Road 19). Turn right and proceed south on Aufderheide Drive, taking the Y and climbing to the top of Cougar Reservoir. Continue south on Aufderheide Drive for 13 miles to Red Diamond Group Campsite.

44.00222, -122.17278 · 44°0'8.0"N 122°10'22.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 89°F in Aug, down to 48°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	49	53	58	64	74	79	89	89	82	68	55	48
Low °F	39	39	41	45	50	55	59	58	54	48	43	39
Precip in	13.0	7.5	9.8	8.2	4.3	2.7	0.7	0.6	1.9	5.8	11.0	12.1

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 9.5 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 Red Diamond Campground

Can you reserve a site at Red Diamond Campground?: Yes, Red Diamond Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Red Diamond Campground have?: 1 site.
What is the maximum RV length at Red Diamond Campground?: 60 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Red Diamond Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Red Diamond Campground.
Are campfires allowed at Red Diamond Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Red Diamond Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

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

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Group Campsite (all sites, 25 people) - $75 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 Red Diamond Campground

Hard Rock Campground 2.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
French Pete Campground 3.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Indian Ridge Lookout 4.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Cougar Crossing Campground 4.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Sunnyside Campground 4.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Frissell Crossing Campground 5.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Slide Creek 5.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Roaring River (Group) 5.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Box Canyon Guard Station Cabin 8.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Northwest Forest Pass - Willamette National Forest 3 mi · Activity pass
Cougar Crossing Campground 4.5 mi · Campground
Terwilliger (Cougar) Hot Springs 6.4 mi · Facility

Contact

Phone 801-226-3564
Email Help.Willamette.McKenzieRiver@AmericanLL.com
Book Recreation.gov

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-01.

Red Diamond Campground