Camping & Cabins

Beginning in 2026, the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest will transition to a cashless fee collection system at selected developed recreation sites. Visitors will pay using a scan and pay app downloaded from recreation.gov to their mobile device. Download the recreation.gov app before you head out!

All campgrounds will continue to provide their current first-come, first-serve and/or reservation opportunities. 

Download the App Before Your Trip

Visitors will need to download the recreation.gov app and add a valid payment method before heading out on their adventure. 

How does Scan and Pay work?

After arriving at a recreation site or open campsite, locate the nearest information board and scan the provided QR code, using the same mobile device that has the recreation.gov app. After paying, visitors should write down and display their confirmation code on their car dashboard or campsite post. 

What if I don't have reception at the site?

No reception? No worries! At recreation sites with no cell service, the payment will be noted as “pending,” and the payment will go through once service is restored.  

Applying your America the Beautiful Pass discount

To apply an America the Beautiful pass on recreation.gov, you must first link your digital or physical pass to your account. Discounted rates on eligible camping, day-use, or amenity fees will automatically apply at checkout if your pass is saved and you are logged in.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Log in and navigate to your passes: Sign in to your recreation.gov account, go to your Profile, and select the Passes section.
2. Add your pass:
   • If you own a Physical Pass: Enter the pass details and barcode number.
   • If you need to buy a Pass: Purchase a digital pass directly through the recreation.gov pass store, which links it to your account instantly.
3. Book your campsite: Search for a participating federal campsite and proceed with your reservation.
4. Apply the discount: At checkout, the system will verify your pass and automatically reduce your site fee, provided the location and reservation type qualify.