Trail Bridge Campground

Located on the shore of Trail Bridge Reservoir, this campground has both campsites nestled under large old-growth Douglas Fir and campsites in an open grassy meadow. This is a busy, popular campground in the summer, offering fishing and a boat ramp. Access to McKenzie River National Recreation Trail is close by.

Current Conditions

Eugene Water and Electric Board (EWEB) has closed Trail Bridge Campground, Lakes End Campground, Trail Bridge Reservoir Boat Launch, and Smith Reservoir through Spring 2025 for work on the Carmen-Smith hydroelectric facilities. In addition, Forest Service Roads 690, 730, and 689 will be closed for the duration of the project. The McKenzie River Trail and associated trailheads will remain open..

General Information

Fire rings, gravel boat launch (limited parking)
Campground is typically open with full fees and services from May until the end of elk hunting season (mid-late October).
These dates may vary so if you are planning a visit during the spring or fall please contact the McKenzie River Ranger District for updated information.
Services include:
- campground host
- flush & portable toilets
- water
- dumpsters
Campground is open the rest of the year for self-contained/pack it in/out camping.
No services, no fees.
- 2 vault toilets available all year.

Close to:

Upper McKenzie Trail Area
McKenzie Pass Trail Area
Ice Cap Creek Campground
Olallie Campground
Mt. Washington Wilderness

Read about camping rules, regulations and camping tips on our Camping Rules & Things to Know page.

Single Campsites - $16 per night
Extra Vehicles - $6 per vehicle, per night

Download the Recreation.gov mobile app prior to your trip so you can pay the overnight fee onsite with Scan and Pay.

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.

Yes

14 day limit
Maximum trailer length 45 feet
10 mph speed limit for boats

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