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
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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
Nicole J
VerifiedJuly 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SLIDE CREEK
The camp host was non existent. He spent a majority of time with another campsite that used a chainsaw through the weekend. The restrooms were not cleaned regularly and doors did not close/lock.
Janelle H
VerifiedSeptember 1, 2020 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: SLIDE CREEK
Great location, and the campground was as expected. The sites are on the small side and not particularly private. We camped over a weekend and there were some larger, louder groups partying into the late evening, but I'm sure during the weeknights it is much more peaceful. The reservoir is beautiful and was great swimming. Would camp here again.
Amanda P
VerifiedAugust 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: SLIDE CREEK
The campsite (11) was a bit smaller than expected but we were still able to fit a medium and a small tent there. Had the campsite next to us (8) been in use while we were there, we wouldn't have had much privacy but luckily didn't have to deal with that. The reservoir is a short walk away with some nice views and small areas to swim if you don't have a boat/kayak/etc.. Drinking water was a farther walk than expected. Overall we really liked this location and how quiet it was and being able to disconnect from everything. Highly recommend stargazing on the boat launch at night.
Amy H
VerifiedAugust 9, 2020 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: SLIDE CREEK
Close to swimming spot at boat launch, nice shade. Campsites are small and not much privacy. Close proximity to nice trails such as Rebel Creek nd French Pete Creek.
Chelsea B
VerifiedAugust 4, 2020 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: SLIDE CREEK
Site 12 at least was big enough for at least 3 full size tents, with a great view of the river through the trees. Camp host was very friendly and helpful. Sites are closer than expected from what the map showed, but still not that bad. The reason for the 4 star review instead of a 5 is that there isn't much of a swimming area, just a boat ramp and some grassy areas you can swim. But it would be great for kayaking, boating, and floats. The one other reason is that whilst I was there there was a group that blasted music unbelievably loud between the hours of 3 am and 5 am, there site was fairly close to the host, yet not once did the host ask them to turn the music down. Now it could be that he was just a really sound sleeper, but when I say loud, I mean concert loud.
Kindra M
VerifiedJuly 31, 2020 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: SLIDE CREEK
Always a great trip to Cougar reservoir! Love this campground.
Sarah S
VerifiedJuly 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: SLIDE CREEK
Site 11 was super small and full of mosquitos because of the drainage! Other sites were not as buggy. It was great to be close to the boat ramp and it is a beautiful area.
The site says it can have an RV, most are too small for a trailer!
Jenny V
VerifiedJuly 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: SLIDE CREEK
The site itself is nice and spacious with ample parking. However, the large driveway to the site doubles as day use and boat parking which is quite busy on the weekends.
Jeff L
VerifiedJune 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: SLIDE CREEK
Site 011 is tiny, but the site directly across the road (on the water side) is great. Clean, well kept campground, with great camp host. The boat launch is awesome, and the reservoir is incredible.
Carrie N
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: SLIDE CREEK
Nice campground. No good swimming tho!
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.