Sunnyside Campground
Sunnyside Campground is located along the southeast side of Cougar Reservoir. A large grove of conifers provides shade to the 13 semi-private campsites. Motorhomes and trailers not recommended due to the steep entrance into campground. The campground offers vault toilets, garbage collection, and firewood. There is no drinking water available but nearby Slide Creek Campground does have water. Individual campsites include a fire ring and picnic table. Easy access to the creek, river, and lake are possible from this scenic location.
Hikers and mountain bikers 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.
Active Alerts
Reservations
Make Reservations HereSome campsites are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
General Information
April - September
Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
- Camping is restricted to developed campgrounds in the Cougar Recreation Area.
- Camping is not allowed more than 14 days in a 60 day period.
- Use of chainsaws in the campground is prohibited.
Interagency Senior and Access Passes (and the Golden Age and Access Passes) may receive a 50% discount on the use fee for individual campsites. This discount does not apply to extra vehicle fee or multiple campsites.
Overnight Use:
Single Site: $18 per night
$10 extra vehicle
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, 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: sm.fs.mf@usda.gov
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 44.06002778
Longitude: -122.2203611
Elevation
1,700 feet
Directions
From Blue River, OR, travel 4 miles east on Highway 126 to Aufderheide Drive (Forest Road 19). Proceed south on Aufderheide Drive, turning right at the Y and climbing to the top of Cougar Reservoir. Continue south on Aufderheide Drive for 8 miles to Forest Road 500. Turn left on Forest Road 500 and continue north for 0.5 miles to Sunnyside Campground.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Vault toilet(s)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 not allowed at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
Recreation Groups
In the summer months, Cougar Reservoir is a popular place for boating, swimming and fishing.