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Alder Springs Campground
This small, rustic site is right on the side of the historic McKenzie Pass Highway. Surrounded by towering Douglas fir trees, this is a perfect spot to be on a warm day.
Access to Linton Lake Trailhead in the Three Sisters Wilderness is immediately across the highway from the campground.
At a Glance
| Operational Hours: | Access is dependent on McKenzie Highway (OR Hwy 242), which is closed in the winter. Check tripcheck.com for conditions. HWY 242 Closed 10/21/2021 for winter season. Lower gate closed at White Branch. |
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| Reservations: | First come, first serve sites. |
| Area Amenities: | Tent camping,Picnic tables,Toilets |
| Fees: |
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| Open Season: | Late May (weather dependent) - Late October |
| Usage: | Light |
| Restrictions: |
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| Closest Towns: | McKenzie Bridge, OR Sisters, OR |
| Water: | No Potable Water |
| Restroom: | Vault toilet |
| Operated By: | Willamette National Forest |
| Information Center: | McKenzie River Ranger District 57600 McKenzie Hwy McKenzie Bridge, OR 97413 541-822-3381 |
General Information
Parking:The maximum trailer length is 20 feet.
General Notes:
Alder Springs Campground is close to:
- Three Sisters Wilderness (area is unavailable)
- McKenzie Pass Trail Area (area is unavailable)
- Scott Lake Campground (area is unavailable)
- Limberlost Campground (area is unavailable)
General Notes:
Alder Springs Campground is close to:
Read about camping rules, regulations and camping tips on our Camping Rules & Things to Know page.
Directions:
From McKenzie Bridge, OR, travel east on Highway 126 for 3 miles to Highway 242.
Follow Highway 242 east for 9 miles to Alder Springs Campground.
Activities
Campground Camping
It is recommended that campers bring their own firewood.
General Info:
ParkingThe maximum trailer length is 20 feet.
Seasonal Information
This campground is open from June thru September depending on snow levels. It is open in the off season, but there are no services.
| No. of Sites | 6 tent-only sites
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| Reservation Info | No reservations. Sites are available on a first come, first served basis.
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| Fire Information | Each site has a fire ring. No firewood available onsite. |
| No. of Accessible sites | None |
| Status: | Open |
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| Status description: | Open in off season with no service |
Lake and Pond Fishing
Alder Springs Campground provides some good fishing opportunities nearby.
| Permit required?: | Y |
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| Permit: | Please check with Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife for open dates and licensing information. |
Day Hiking
Alder Springs Campground provides access to Linton Lake Trail #3519 (area is unavailable).
| Permit required?: | Y |
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| Difficulty Level: | Easy to Intermediate |
Picnicking
There are picnic areas available at the campground.
General Info:
General NotesAlder Springs Campground is close to:
- Three Sisters Wilderness (area is unavailable)
- McKenczie Pass Trail Area (area is unavailable)
- Scott Lake Campground (area is unavailable)
- Limberlost Campground (area is unavailable)
Read about camping rules, regulations and camping tips on our Camping Rules & Things to Know page.
Amenities
| Picnic tables: | |
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| Tent camping: | 6 Sites |
| Toilets: | Vault toilet (1) - No Showers |
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