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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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Check-in & Check-out
Check-in 2:00 PM
Check-out 1:00 PM
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Trails near ELKHORN VALLEY RECREATION SITE

Elkhorn Valley Campground
Oregon
1.0 mi164 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Easy

Wild Boar Trail via Magic Trail
Oregon
3.4 mi1,053 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Moderate

Wild Boar Trail
Oregon
2.5 mi738 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Moderate

Santiam Park Main Trail
Oregon
2.8 mi148 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Easy

Little North Santiam Trail
Oregon
8.1 mi2,999 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Difficult
Ogle Mountain
Oregon
1.5 mi1,526 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Moderate
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