Can you reserve a site at Sunnyside Campground?

Yes, Sunnyside Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Sunnyside Campground?

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

Are pets allowed at Sunnyside Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Sunnyside Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Sunnyside Campground?

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

Sunnyside Campground, Oregon — 13 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Sunnyside Campground is located along the southeast side of Cougar Reservoir at 1,700 feet in elevation. A large grove of conifers provides shade to these campsites. Motorhomes and trailers not recommended due to the steep entrance into the campground.

Recreation

Hiking in the area is outstanding in nearby Three Sisters Wilderness, along Rebel Creek. Hikers will enjoy exploring other trails including the French Pete Trail, Box Canyon Trail, Indian Ridge Lookout, and several day hikes within the Cougar Recreation Area. After a fun day on the lake, relax and enjoy Terwilliger Hot Springs, a day use area along Rider Creek.

Facilities

The campground offers vault toilets and garbage collection. Individual campsites include a fire ring and picnic table. Easy access to the lake is possible from this scenic location. There is no water available, campers will need to bring enough for the duration of their stay.

Natural Features

Situated near the South fork of the McKenzie River on the Willamette National Forest, Cougar Reservoir is part of the Cougar Recreation Area. Wildflower and wildlife viewing are abundant.

The facts

Season: April – September — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
13 bookable sites
Vehicles up to 21 ft
Up to 8 people per site
Loops: SUNNYSIDE, Sunnyside

Site types

8 Tent Only Nonelectric
5 Standard 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

13 campsites at Sunnyside Campground

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Water	Max rig	People
001	SUNNYSIDE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	—	—
004	SUNNYSIDE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	—	—
005	SUNNYSIDE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	—	—
006	SUNNYSIDE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	—	—
007	SUNNYSIDE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	—	—
008	SUNNYSIDE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	—	—
009	SUNNYSIDE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	—	—
011	SUNNYSIDE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	—	—
002	Sunnyside	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Lakefront	21 ft	8	🐾
003	Sunnyside	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Lakefront	21 ft	8	🐾
010	Sunnyside	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Lakefront	21 ft	8	🐾
012	Sunnyside	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Lakefront	21 ft	8	🐾
013	Sunnyside	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Lakefront	21 ft	8	🐾

Getting there

From Blue River, travel 4 miles east on Hwy 126 to Aufderheide Drive (FS road 19). Continue on Aufderheide Drive for 9.5 miles; turn left on FS road 1900-500 for .25 miles.

44.05972, -122.21972 · 44°3'35.0"N 122°13'11.0"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, 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 Sunnyside Campground

Can you reserve a site at Sunnyside Campground?: Yes, Sunnyside Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Sunnyside Campground have?: 13 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Sunnyside Campground?: 21 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Sunnyside Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Sunnyside Campground.
Are campfires allowed at Sunnyside Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Sunnyside Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

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

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Single Campsites - $19 per night
Extra Vehicles - $10 per vehicle, per night
Day Use - $10 per vehicle, per day

Restrictions:

Camping is restricted to developed campgrounds in the Cougar Recreation 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

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Sunnyside Campground

Cougar Crossing Campground 0.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Slide Creek 1.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
French Pete Campground 1.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Hard Rock Campground 1.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Indian Ridge Lookout 4.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Red Diamond Campground 4.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Horse Creek Group Campground 7.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Delta 7.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
McKenzie Bridge 8.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Cougar Crossing Campground 0.1 mi · Campground
Terwilliger (Cougar) Hot Springs 1.8 mi · Facility
Northwest Forest Pass - Willamette National Forest 4.3 mi · Activity pass

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.

Sunnyside Campground