State Park
Ice Cap Campground
Willamette National Forest · Sisters, OR
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About
Ice Cap Campground is 17 miles east of the McKenzie River Ranger Station on Hwy 126. It sits on a bench above the McKenzie River and Carmen Reservoir. However, the river is not visible from the campground. It is shaded by big, beautiful conifers. Recreation The McKenzie River National Recreation Trail is a hiking and biking destination. The McKenzie Wild & Scenic River is well known for boating and fishing as are Carmen Reservoir, Fish Lake and Clear Lake. There is a 3 mile loop trail to Koosah Falls and Sahalie Falls. Facilities Ice Cap offers 22 campsites with 9 that are walk-in tent sites. The other 13 can accommodate either tents or RVs. Each site has a fire ring and picnic table. There are vault toilets, firewood for sale, and a host onsite. Natural Features Located in central Oregon in the Willamette National Forest along the McKenzie Pass-Santiam Pass National Scenic Byway. Koosah and Sahalie Falls are readily accessible from the campground. Nearby Attractions This area of the Willamette National Forest is a destination spot for hiking, biking, fishing, and water sports. A boat ramp and lake access are within one mile, and hot springs, river access and a non-motorized boat ramp are within ten miles. Visitors also enjoy the views along the National Scenic Byway. ADA Access: N
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Amenities
Flush Toilets
Potable Water
Firewood
Accessible
Picnic Tables
Fire Rings
Trash Service
Pet Policy
Pets allowed on leash
Campground Rules
- Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting
Within ~30 miles
Trails near Ice Cap Campground
Trail
Koosah and Sahalie Falls Trail
Oregon
2.2 mi640 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Sahalie Falls, Koosah, and Tamolich Falls via McKenzie River Trail
Oregon
9.5 mi2,746 ftgain
Difficult
Trail
Koosah Falls Trail
Oregon
0.8 mi197 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Clear Lake Trail
Oregon
1.8 mi436 ftgain
Easy
Trail
Isaac Nickerson Loop Trail
Oregon
4.0 mi771 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Gate Creek Trail
Oregon
5.9 mi2,051 ftgain
Difficult
Hunt context
Hunting unit around this campground
During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Oregon hunting page
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