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Recreation Region: Chiloquin Ranger District

Head of the River Campground

Located 50 minutes northeast of Chiloquin, OR, Head of the River Campground is a rustic forest camp situated at the headwaters of the Williamson River at the base of the hillside. The pure, spring-fed river flows by the rustic campground.

There are five campsites and one vaulted toiled.  Amenities include picnic tables and camp fire rings. June and July are heavy mosquito months, so bring bug spray.

There are no official trails for hiking at Head of the River, but you can walk down to the bank. Fly-fishing opportunities abound nearby; check the State of Oregon fishing regulations for precise locations. Head of the River is a popular campground for hunters in the fall.

There is no potable water. Visitors need to bring an adequate supply of water.

General Information

05/15 - 10/15; 10/16-05/14 Open with reduced services

Due to small turn arounds, RV's not recommended.

No fees are required for this site

No fee

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 42.7319004

Longitude: -121.4194949

Directions

Head of the River Campground is located one hour east of Chiloquin, Oregon.  

From Chiloquin, OR take Sprague River road east towards Sprague River, OR, for approximately five miles and then turn left onto Williamson River Road. From Williamson River Road, turn left onto Forest Service (FS) Road 4648 and left again on FS Road 4648030. The campground will be at the end of the road.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated April 15, 2025