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ELKHORN VALLEY RECREATION SITE
Salem, OR
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Campground conditions, hours, fire restrictions, and reservation rules change. Confirm current details with the operator before traveling.
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- Recreation.gov details
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- Operator:503-897-2171
- Email:BLM_OR_NO_Mail@blm.gov
- Address:Northwest Oregon District · Salem, OR · 97306
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About
Overview
Limited picnic areas at Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site are open for day use, but camping remains closed. Canyon Creek Recreation Site is open for day use.Nearby Attractions:Canyon Creek Recreation Site is located downstream from Elkhorn Valley and is open for day use including swimming, fishing, and picnicking. Fishermen's Bend Recreation Site, along Hwy 22 closer to Mill City, is open to day use where you can picnic, hold events and gatherings, relax, cool off, fish and put in a non-motorized boat.Recreation
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Facilities
Camping at Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site remains closed due to heavy wildfire damage, but day use amenities such as picnic sites, vault toilets, and trash services are available in the first loop.Natural Features
During your stay, view the deep emerald pools, surrounding cliffs, waterfalls and old-growth forest. Enjoy some of the best swimming in Oregon by cooling off in the refreshing Little North Santiam River on a hot summer day.
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Charges & Cancellations
Standard fees apply and are non-refundable.
Visit https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies for more information.
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Campground Rules
- Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting
Individual Sites (23)
Within ~30 miles
Trails near ELKHORN VALLEY RECREATION SITE
Trail
Elkhorn Valley Campground
Oregon
1.0 mi164 ftgain
Easy
Trail
Wild Boar Trail via Magic Trail
Oregon
3.4 mi1,053 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Wild Boar Trail
Oregon
2.5 mi738 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Little North Santiam Trail
Oregon
8.1 mi2,999 ftgain
Difficult
Trail
Henline Falls Trail
Oregon
1.8 mi509 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Henline Mountain Trail
Oregon
6.5 mi3,658 ftgain
Expert
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During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Oregon hunting page
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