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Recreation Region: Zigzag Ranger District

Green Canyon Campground & Day Use

Green Canyon Campground sits in a canyon that was carved out by the scenic Salmon River. The campground sits next to this popular river and is nestled amongst old-growth trees. There are several hiking trails nearby including those that take you to the surrounding Salmon-Huckleberry Wilderness. 

This campground has a seasonal gate that closes for the winter.

Current Conditions
First come, first served. Cash or check payment accepted.

General Information

Open 24 hours/day

  • Camping: 50% discount for single site camping with any of these passes: Interagency Senior, Interagency Access, Golden Age or Golden Access.
  • Day use: The only recreation pass accepted in lieu of day-use fee payment is the $30 Annual Northwest Forest Pass

Vehicles 22 ft. max. See Oregon Fish & Wildlife's fishing regulations for specific regulations governing fishing in the Salmon River.

Overnight Use:
Single Site: $25 per night
Additional Vehicle Fee: $8 per night

This site is operated by Alaska Recreational Management, a concessionaire. 

  • Camping:
    • $25/night for single site
    • $8/night for extra vehicle
  • Day use:
    • $10/day/vehicle 

Zigzag Ranger District office

Address: 70220 E Highway 26 Zigzag, OR 97049
Phone: (503) 622-3191
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed 12 to 1 for lunch. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 45.2827

Longitude: -121.9411

Directions

Directions from Sandy, OR - Travel southeast on Highway 26 to Forest Road 2618 (about one mile past the town of Wemme). Follow 2618 south for approximately four miles to the campground.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Picnicking - SinglePicnicking - Single

Last updated May 12th, 2025