Shadow Bay
Campground · Oregon · 55 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Willamette National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 55
- Bookable sites
- 40 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 120
- People per site
- 5,447 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Shadow Bay Campground rests on the shores of Waldo Lake in a forest of towering conifers. This large recreation area provides plenty of things to see and do like sailing, canoeing, fishing and swimming.Recreation
Waldo Lake is circled by the Jim Weaver Loop, a 22-mile hiking and biking trail. The Shoreline Trail lines the lakeside of the campground and takes hikers and bikers to a network of other trails. From there, hikers can continue into the Waldo Lake Wilderness, but mountain bikers are not allowed in Wilderness. The lake offers boating and swimming. A boat ramp is located on-site.Facilities
This 92 site campground is less busy than its neighboring campground, North Waldo, resulting in a quieter atmosphere. Nineteen sites are reservable. Garbage containers and gray water disposal areas are available at the campground.Natural Features
Shadow Bay Campground is located on a large bay at the south end of Waldo Lake. It is considerably wetter than either North Waldo or Islet Campground, supporting a more diverse and prolific ground cover, and also more mosquitos. Situated high on the western slopes of the Oregon Cascades at 5,400 feet in elevation, Waldo Lake is one of the purest lakes in Oregon (9.8 square miles with a maximum depth of 427 feet). It has no permanent inlet to bring nutrients into the lake for plant growth. The lack of plant life contributes to its purity, allowing you to see to depths of 120 feet on a calm day.Nearby Attractions
Explore Waldo Lake and surrounding hiking trails for views of the snow-capped North, Middle and South Sisters, three of the seven major peaks in Willamette National Forest.The facts
- Season: June – September — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 55 bookable sites
- 57 sites in total, including non-bookable
- Vehicles up to 40 ft
- Up to 120 people per site
- Loops: LOOA, LOOB, LOOC, LOOD, LOOE, LOOF, S&P
Site types
- 52 Standard Nonelectric
- 3 Group Standard Nonelectric
- 2 Management
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.
57 campsites at Shadow Bay
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 001-24 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 002 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 003 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 004 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 005 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 006 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 007 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 008 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 009 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 010 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 011 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 012 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 013 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 014 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 015 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 016 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 017 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 018 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 019 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 020 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 021 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 022 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 023 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 024 | LOOA | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| GP_B | LOOB | Group Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 40 ft | 120 | 🐾 |
| GP_C | LOOC | Group Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 40 ft | 120 | 🐾 |
| 061 | LOOD | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 061-70 | LOOD | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 062 | LOOD | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 063 | LOOD | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 064 | LOOD | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 065 | LOOD | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 066 | LOOD | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 067 | LOOD | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 068 | LOOD | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 069 | LOOD | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 070 | LOOD | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| GP_E | LOOE | Group Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 40 ft | 30 | 🐾 |
| 076 | LOOF | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 24 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 077 | LOOF | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 078 | LOOF | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 24 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 079 | LOOF | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 080 | LOOF | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 081 | LOOF | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 24 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 082 | LOOF | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 083 | LOOF | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 28 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 084 | LOOF | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 18 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 085 | LOOF | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 086 | LOOF | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 087 | LOOF | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 24 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 088 | LOOF | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 36 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 089 | LOOF | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 090 | LOOF | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 091 | LOOF | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 38 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Double S&P | S&P | Management | Back In | Gravel | 24 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| Single S&P | S&P | Management | Back In | Gravel | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Oakridge, Oregon: At the intersection of Crestview Street and Oregon State Highway 58 (the only traffic light on State Highway 58 in Oakridge), travel east on Highway 58 for 23.3 miles. Turn left on the Waldo Lake Road/Forest Road 5897 and travel 6.7 miles to Forest Road 5896. Turn left onto Forest Road 5896, travel 1.7 miles and the destination will be on your right.
43.69306, -122.04167 · 43°41'35.0"N 122°2'30.0"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 10.0 | 7.7 | 8.3 | 7.2 | 5.4 | 3.2 | 0.9 | 1.0 | 2.6 | 6.1 | 10.6 | 12.4 |
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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Common questions about Shadow Bay
- Can you reserve a site at Shadow Bay?
- Yes, Shadow Bay is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Shadow Bay have?
- 57 sites in total, of which 55 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Shadow Bay?
- 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Shadow Bay?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Shadow Bay.
- Are campfires allowed at Shadow Bay?
- Campfires are allowed at Shadow Bay. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Shadow Bay also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Shadow Bay's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Single Campsites - $29 per night
- Multiple Campsites - $58 per night
- Group Sites Site B and C - $465 per night
- Site E - $130 per night
- Extra Vehicles - $10 per vehicle, per night
- Day Use - $10 per vehicle, per day
Restrictions:
- Single campsite capacity: 6 persons, 2 vehicles, and 2 tents*
- Multiple campsite capacity: 8 persons, 3 vehicles, and 3 tents*
- See special regulations for Waldo Lake Area
- 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
Camping near Shadow Bay
- Islet Campground 4.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Gold Lake Campground (OR) 4.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- North Waldo 4.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- South Waldo Shelter 1.2 mi · Facility
- Waldo Lake Wilderness 2.7 mi · Facility
- Islet Campground (Waldo Lake) 4.2 mi · Campground
- Gold Lake Campground 4.4 mi · Campground
- Bunchgrass Trailhead - Upper 4.8 mi · Facility
- Waldo Lake Sno-Park 5.5 mi · Facility
- Winter Recreation Area: Willamette Pass (Hwy 58) 6.3 mi · Facility
- Salt Creek Snowplay Area 7 mi · Facility
- Fuji Creek Road/ Fuji Shelter 7 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone 801-226-3564
- Email Help.Willamette.MiddleFork@AmericanLL.com
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-01.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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