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Paradise Campground
Paradise Campground is indeed a campers paradise. Originally built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, it offers a rare opportunity to camp in the middle of a lush, old growth grove of Douglas fir and western red cedar while viewing the McKenzie River's famous white water.
A number of the 64 sites face the river, while many others are tucked into the scenic forest. Flush toilets are dispersed throughout the campground and parking spurs are paved. Educational programs are provided at the amphitheater.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Closed for 2023 season. |
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| Operational Hours: | 2023 Season: May 12 - October 9 |
| Reservations: | Reserve online at www.recreation.gov or phone 1.877.444.6777 Reservations for 2023 season begin 5/12/23 |
| Area Amenities: | Picnic tables, Toilets, Drinking water |
| Fees: |
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| Usage: | Heavy |
| Restrictions: |
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| Closest Towns: | Blue River, OR McKenzie Bridge, OR |
| Water: | Yes |
| Restroom: | Flush toilets |
| Passes: | 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. |
| Operated By: | American Land & Leisure |
| Information Center: | McKenzie River Ranger District 57600 McKenzie Hwy McKenzie Bridge, OR 97413 541-822-3381 |
General Information
General Notes:
- Fire rings, boat launch, amphitheater
- Day use picnic area
Close to:
- Paradise Day Use Area
- Upper McKenzie Trail Area
- Foley Ridge Trail Area
- McKenzie Pass Trail Area
- Limberlost Campground
- Horse Creek Group Campsite
Read about camping rules, regulations and camping tips on our Camping Rules & Things to Know page.
Directions:
From McKenzie Bridge, OR, travel 4 miles east on Highway126 to Paradise Campground.
Activities
Campground Camping
Recreation areas with activity Campground Camping:Tent, auto, trailer sites (maximum trailer length 40 feet)
| No. of Sites | 64, 30 of which are reservable |
| No. of Accessible sites | Amphitheater, restroom at day use area, flush and vault toilets at campground |
RV Camping
Recreation areas with activity RV Camping:River and Stream Fishing
Recreation areas with activity River and Stream Fishing:Boating - Motorized
Recreation areas with activity Boating - Motorized:Boating - Non-Motorized
Recreation areas with activity Boating - Non-Motorized:Amenities
| Picnic tables: | |
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| Toilets: | Flush/vault |
| Drinking water: | Piped |
Alerts & Warnings
- Delays on Forest Road 46, temporary closure starting mid-December
- Landslide on Forest Road 19; one lane traffic
- FIRE CLOSURES: Lookout, Bedrock, Cedar Creek, Beachie Creek & Lionshead
- Portion of McKenzie River Trail closed; trail detour in place
- Christmas Tree Permits Available Now; 6th Annual Ornament Hunt Nov. 17-Dec. 31
Highlights
- Download the Pacific Northwest Forest Service Recreation App!
Planning your next national forest adventure? There's an app for that! The Pacific Northwest Forest Service Recreation App Now Available on Android and iOS Devices - Accessible Adventures Videos
See accessible adventures at Detroit Lake & the McKenzie River Valley
- Recreation Passes
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