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Red Diamond Group Campground
Camping groups looking for a more rustic riverside experience will enjoy Red Diamond Campground. This small site is located adjacent to the South Fork of the McKenzie River and offers a quiet, primitive setting. The campground which accommodates up to 25 people and 10 vehicles provides plenty of shade for warm, summer days. The campground is laid out on one loop with picnic tables, campfire rings and ample parking. Portable toilets and trash collection are provided. No water is available, so be sure to bring your own supply.
Fishing, kayaking and swimming are three popular activities on the river. Picnicking is also a lot of fun at the campground. Hiking trails can be found in the surrounding area and the Cougar Reservoir is just a short drive north. Nearby is the Box Canyon Trail Area with excellent opportunities for mountain biking, hiking and horseback riding. Try Chucksney Mountain Trail, Grasshopper Mountain Trail and Roaring Ridge.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Open for 2023 season. |
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| Operational Hours: | 2023 Season: May 5 - September 4 |
| Reservations: | Reserve online at www.recreation.gov or phone 1.877.444.6777 Reservations for 2023 season begin 5/5/23 |
| Area Amenities: | Picnic tables,Toilets |
| Fees: |
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| Open Season: | May 5, 2023 - September 4, 2023 |
| Usage: | Heavy |
| Restrictions: |
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| Closest Towns: | Blue River, OR McKenzie Bridge, OR |
| Water: | None |
| Restroom: | Vault 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
Directions:19 miles southeast of Blue River.
From Blue River, OR, travel 4 miles east on Highway 126 to Aufderheide Drive (Forest Service Road 19).
Proceed south on Aufderheide Drive, taking the Y and climbing to the top of Cougar Reservoir. Continue south on Aufderheide Drive for 13 miles to Red Diamond Group Campsite.
General Notes:
- Fire rings, ample parking, garbage service
- NO water
Close to:
- Three Sisters Wilderness
- Box Canyon Trail Area
- French Pete Trail Area
- Mink Lake Basin Trail Area (area is unavailable)
- Indian Ridge Lookout
- French Pete Campground
- Hard Rock Group Campground
Read about camping rules, regulations and camping tips on our Camping Rules & Things to Know page.
Activities
Group Camping
Tent, auto, trailer sites (maximum trailer length 36 feet)
| No. of Sites | 3 |
| No. of Accessible sites | None |
River and Stream Fishing
Amenities
| Picnic tables: | |
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| Toilets: | Vault |