RED DIAMOND CAMPGROUND
Red Diamond Sign
RED DIAMOND CAMPGROUND
RED DIAMOND CAMPGROUND
RED DIAMOND CAMPGROUND

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River Access River Access

About Red Diamond Campground

Camping groups looking for a more rustic riverside experience will enjoy Red Diamond in Willamette National Forest. The campground can accommodate up to 25 guests and provides plenty of shade for warm, summer days. The South Fork McKenzie River and many fishing holes can be accessed from the site. Hiking trails can be found in the surrounding area and the Cougar Reservoir is just a short drive north.

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2026 (Current year)

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  • River Access
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001-03, Loop: AREA RED DIAMOND CAMPGROUND

🚐 RV
  • Pet Friendly
  • Gravel
  • Driveway entry: Back-In

Site Details

Up to 25 guests
Shade
Surface: Gravel
Driveway entry: Back-In
Campfire
Pet Friendly
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Reviews (10)

What Guests Are Saying

Red Diamond Campground offers a beautiful setting within the Williamite National Forest, featuring tall trees and native wildflowers, making it ideal for large camping trips. However, some facilities, like the porta potties, were not well-maintained, and garbage was left by previous campers. River access is challenging, and visitors should ensure they receive the gate code prior to arrival.

Review Summary

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Julie B

Verified

August 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 001-03, Loop: AREA RED DIAMOND CAMPGROUND

1

Nothing special for the money spent. The river has obviously channeled away from the site, where as it used to be right next to the location. There were only two massive picnic tables and they were not near the only ONE useable RV camping spot and there were only two useable tent sites.

Shane S

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July 27, 2026 • Stayed at: 001-03, Loop: AREA RED DIAMOND CAMPGROUND

3

We have been coming to this site for 5 years now. Its an amazing location in the Williamite National Forest. Recommended for large camping trips with lots of people.

Molly L

Verified

July 26, 2026 • Stayed at: 001-03, Loop: AREA RED DIAMOND CAMPGROUND

3

Full porta pottys. Not serviced for 2 months. No gate code before arriving. Garbage at site. But, nice setting

Molly L

Verified

July 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 001-03, Loop: AREA RED DIAMOND CAMPGROUND

3

Both porta pottys were filled to toilet seats. Not been serviced for 2 months. Garbage at site from previous campers. Gate code was not given before arriving at group campground.

Andrew H

Verified

June 25, 2026 • Stayed at: 001-03, Loop: AREA RED DIAMOND CAMPGROUND

3

I love how long and spread out the campground is. Plenty of tall trees to tie tarps and a hammock too. But I wish it had an actual pit toilet and not two porta potties. When I was there a lot of people had also left a big pile of garbage next to the porta potties. It was also hard to get down to the water.

Laura H

Verified

May 25, 2026 • Stayed at: 001-03, Loop: AREA RED DIAMOND CAMPGROUND

4

If they don’t send you the gate padlock code, go ask the camp host at French Pete.

Nice area, but river access is a trek. Lots of huge trees and native wildflowers/shrubberies.

Ernie K

Verified

August 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 001-03, Loop: AREA RED DIAMOND CAMPGROUND

4

Nice riverside site. Plenty of shade.

David D

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August 31, 2020 • Stayed at: 001-03, Loop: AREA RED DIAMOND CAMPGROUND

4

We had a great time at this great group campsite. The only real issue is the constant flow of traffic attempting to pull. in and use the bucks while we are trying to social distance and keep ourselves (immunocompromised friends as well) safe.

Jake C

Verified

January 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 001-03, Loop: AREA RED DIAMOND CAMPGROUND

4

Red Diamond is a fantastic campground. A ton of space and very clean. Easily accommodated our 6 vehicles and like 8 tents. We probably didn't need the whole site, but it was nice to have our site gated so that passers by didn't crash the party. The only downside was the restroom situation. It's a couple of Bucks and by the time we got to them they were literally full to the brim. I didn't dare sit down for fear of coming in contact with the nastiness. The Bucks itself was clean, but too full to use. Something permanent would of course be the preference, but at a minimum the thing needs to be emptied more often.

We were also a bit bummed that the river was so not really easily accessible from the campground. We were thinking we could maybe fish from the bank, or at least sit by the river, but there was no chance. It was densely wooded with a steep slope to get down there, and then no room to cast or put a chair.

All that said, we had a great time, the host was fantastic, and we're hoping to be back over the years and see more improvements to the site.

Sue V

Verified

December 18, 2019 • Stayed at: 001-03, Loop: AREA RED DIAMOND CAMPGROUND

4

Excellent campground. There is not a huge amount of privacy at the site, since it's right along the road, but it is gated, which does deter some, if not all.

Location & Directions for Red Diamond Campground

P.O. Box 8516, Coburg, OR 97408 United States

Elevation: 624 ft

Getting There

From Blue River, OR, travel 4 mi east on Highway 126 to Aufderheide Drive (Forest Service Road 19).
Turn right and proceed south on Aufderheide Drive, taking the Y and climbing to the top of Cougar Reservoir. Continue south on Aufderheide Drive ...

Nearest town

Coburg, OR - 66 mi

About over 1 hr (95 min) to downtown

Highway access

Red Diamond Campground is accessible via Highway 126, which is approximately 4 miles from Blue River, OR. Aufderheide Drive (Forest Service Road 19) provides access to the campground from Highway 126.

Policies & Rules

General

  • No water at this facility; bring your own supply
  • No electric hookups are available
  • No discharging firearms, possession of fireworks or use of chainsaws allowed
  • Click here for more information on Willamette National Forest
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Customer Service Contact 801-226-3564 or [email protected]

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Last updated: October 20, 2026

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