Cougar Crossing Day Use Area
Cougar Crossing Day Use Area is located on the north side of Forest Road 19 in the Cougar Crossing Campground.
The day use site is adjacent to Cougar Reservoir where the South Fork of the McKenzie River pours into the reservoir.
General Information
- Garbage
- NO water
Close to:
- Three Sisters Wilderness
- French Pete Trail Area
- Indian Ridge Lookout
- Terwilliger Hot Springs
- The boat ramp may not be useable during most of the summer season due to the fluctuation of the water level of the lake and the ramp being rough and made of natural materials.
- Camping is restricted to developed campgrounds in the Cougar Recreation Area
$10 per vehicle, per day
Within developed recreation sites, dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet, or otherwise under physical restrictive control. 36 CFR 261.16(j)
Address: 57600 McKenzie Highway McKenzie Bridge, OR 97413
Phone: (541) 822-3381
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: sm.fs.mf@usda.gov
Getting There
Directions
From Blue River, OR, travel 4 miles east on Highway 126 to Aufderheide Drive (Forest Road 19).
Proceed south on Aufderheide Drive, taking a right at the Y and climbing to the top of Cougar Reservoir.
Continue on Aufderheide Drive south 5 miles to find Cougar Crossing Day use area where the South Fork of the McKenzie River pours into Cougar Reservoir.
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are allowed at this site.
