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Packard Creek Campground
Packard Creek is a popular 37-site campground on the western side of Hills Creek Reservoir. The family-friendly destination offers a picturesque setting among tall trees, with views of the lake beyond. Most of the campground is accessible. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table and a campfire ring. The group campground, which can accommodate up to 80 people, has a large picnic shelter and open space for tents. Some sites have individual boat docks as well. The campground is busy on summer weekends, so plan your arrival accordingly.
Popular recreational activities are swimming, boating, and fishing. Accessible parking is offered at the boat ramp/swimming area. Hikers, equestrians, and mountain bikers can explore the nearby Larison Creek Trail.
Be aware that there is an abundant supply of poison oak throughout the camp; use caution when walking off the paved roads.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Open for 2023 season. |
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| Operational Hours: | 2023 Season: April 21 - September 17 |
| Reservations: | Reserve online at www.recreation.gov or phone 1.877.444.6777. Over half the campsites are available for advance reservation via recreation.gov. The remainder are first come first serve. |
| Area Amenities: | Boat ramp,Picnic tables,Toilets,Drinking water |
| Fees: |
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| Open Season: | 4/21/23 - 9/17/23 |
| Usage: | Heavy |
| Best Season: | July, August, September |
| Busiest Season: | July, August |
| Restrictions: |
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| Closest Towns: | Oakridge, Oregon (7.4 miles) |
| Water: | Yes, faucets |
| 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: | Middle Fork Ranger District 46375 Highway 58 Westfir, OR 97492 541-782-2283 |
General Information
Directions:7.4 miles southeast of Oakridge, Oregon on Hills Creek Reservoir
From Oakridge, Oregon: Beginning at the intersection of Crestview Street and Oregon State Highway 58 (the only traffic light along State Highway 58 in Oakridge), travel east on Highway 58 for 1.7 miles. At the intersection of Hills Creek Road/Kitson Springs Road, turn right and travel for 0.5 miles. Turn right on Forest Road 21, and travel for approximately 5.2 miles. The destination will be on your left.
General Notes:
- Garbage service
- Fire rings
- Group site
- Boat ramp open year-round
Close to:
- Packard Creek Day Use Area
- Packard Creek Group Campsite
- Larison Trail Area
- C.T. Beach Picnic Area
- Sand Prairie Campground
Read about camping rules, regulations and camping tips on our Camping Rules & Things to Know page.
Accessibility:
Accessible parking provided at the boat ramp/swimming areas.
Find more accessible recreation opportunities in Pacific Northwest National Forests here.
Activities
Campground Camping
Recreation areas with activity Campground Camping:- Tent, auto, trailer sites (maximum trailer length 32 feet)
- Grey water station
| No. of Sites | 35 sites
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| No. of Accessible sites | Fishing dock, parking at boat ramp/swimming area, dirt/paved access routes, group area, day use area, 3 restrooms |
Group Camping
Recreation areas with activity Group Camping:Lake and Pond Fishing
Recreation areas with activity Lake and Pond Fishing:Day Hiking
Recreation areas with activity Day Hiking:Picnicking
Recreation areas with activity Picnicking:Boating - Motorized
Recreation areas with activity Boating - Motorized:Boating - Non-Motorized
Recreation areas with activity Boating - Non-Motorized:Swimming
Recreation areas with activity Swimming:Waterskiing
Recreation areas with activity Waterskiing:Amenities
| Picnic tables: | |
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| Toilets: | Vault |
| Boat ramp: | |
| Drinking water: | Piped well water |
Alerts & Warnings
Highlights
- Download the Pacific Northwest Forest Service Recreation App!
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