Warning
GeneralPlease be aware that a ROAD CLOSURE on Willamette McKenzie River 19RD/Aufderheide, is effective from April 1, 2026, through April 30, 2026, and will affect this campground for both reservations and first-come, first-served (FCFS) access.
About Slide Creek
Number of accommodations: 9
Campground Amenities
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Potable Water -
Lake Access
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (34)
What Guests Are Saying
Camp host Connie received high praise for her friendliness and cleanliness, making for a pleasant stay. While access to water recreation is limited due to a locked gate, the campsite remains a lovely area for camping, with beautiful surroundings. However, visitors should be aware of the small site sizes and the distance to drinking water, suggesting that bringing your own water is advisable.
What Guests Are Saying
Camp host Connie received high praise for her friendliness and cleanliness, making for a pleasant stay. While access to water recreation is limited due to a locked gate, the campsite remains a lovely area for camping, with beautiful surroundings. However, visitors should be aware of the small site sizes and the distance to drinking water, suggesting that bringing your own water is advisable.
Review Summary
Rachel N
VerifiedJuly 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: SLIDE CREEK
Our camp host, Connie, was the best we’ve had in 5 yrs. She kept the sites clean, the toilet was the cleanest it’s been, and she was so friendly and accommodating.
Beth L
VerifiedJuly 7, 2025 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: SLIDE CREEK
This has been my favorite area to camp for the past 7-8 years. Upon arrival I was informed there was a locked gate across the boat ramp this year and that there was no longer access to get to the reservoir. I drove around the next day trying to find water access and it has all been blocked off. Unless you can rock climb up and down a steep hillside or cliff. If you're not going to get into the water it's still a good stay and the camp host this year is fantastic. Yes, the website boasts water recreation and boating but there is definitely not boat access. Even the kayakers, paddleboarders, and fishermen/women were packing up leaving same day and next day after arriving and finding the same issue. So sad what they have done to this beautiful recreation area.
Malachi R
VerifiedJuly 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: SLIDE CREEK
Lovely campsite, would return!
Carlyn G
VerifiedJune 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: SLIDE CREEK
Nice stay in the campground! Pit toilets very respectable in early June. Beautiful area. Would stay again.
Kim C
VerifiedJune 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SLIDE CREEK
Love the location and accommodations at this site.
Michele B
VerifiedJuly 21, 2024 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: SLIDE CREEK
The reservoir is a beautiful spot. We enjoyed many hours on the water swimming, paddle boarding and jumping from the cliffs. Unfortunately, there is no shade along the shore, so I would recommend a canopy to provide a break from the hot sun. The camp site was surprisingly small, barely space for a tent next to the picnic table. Another disappointment was the access to drinking water. There is only one place to get drinking water in the campground. It is quite a distance from any of the camp sites and not accessible by vehicles, so you need to carry all of the water you need. I would recommend bringing your own water.
Erica G
VerifiedJune 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: SLIDE CREEK
Nice, simple campsite in a pretty area. Was pretty empty at the beginning of June when we were there. Simple outhouses and nice fire pit and good site to pitch a tent.
LINNEA F
VerifiedJune 3, 2023 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SLIDE CREEK
Nice and clean
Emilie M
VerifiedMay 24, 2023 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: SLIDE CREEK
It was a great time and clean campground.
Ryann M
VerifiedSeptember 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: SLIDE CREEK
The location was beautiful. The site was a little difficult to find but honestly I think I liked that better. I wish there was better water access and the bug(mosquitoes) were horrible. Even with our bug repellent we were eaten alive. Still super itchy a week later. It was nice being so close to terwilliger hot springs.
Location Slide Creek
Address:
Blue River, OR, 97413
United States
From Blue River, travel 4 miles east on Hwy 126 to Aufderheide Drive (FS road 19). Proceed on Aufderheide Drive for 9.5 miles to FS road 1900-500 and continue for 1.5 miles to Slide Creek Campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 44.0747 / -122.225
Elevation: 520 feet
Policies & Rules
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Be bear aware; keep all food out of sight in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from the area after eating |
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There are no electric site hook-ups at this facility |
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This campground has first-come, first-serve sites |
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Limit 1 vehicle per site; there is a fee for additional vehicles |
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Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information. |
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No discharging firearms, possession of fireworks or use of chainsaws allowed |
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Be sure to reserve a site that will accommodate your equipment. The site you reserve is your site. You may not move to another site. |
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Any accepted senior passes must be entered for the discount at the time of booking for single sites only. |
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For more information on Willamette National Forest, click here |
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Customer Service Contact 801-226-3564 or Help.Willamette.McKenzieRiver@AmericanLL.com |
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralPlease be aware that a ROAD CLOSURE on Willamette McKenzie River 19RD/Aufderheide, is effective from April 1, 2026, through April 30, 2026, and will affect this campground for both reservations and first-come, first-served (FCFS) access.
