About Schwarz Park
Number of accommodations: 58
Campground Amenities
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Pet Friendly -
Potable Water -
River Access -
Showers -
Dump Station
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (250)
What Guests Are Saying
Schwarz Park is praised for its friendly and helpful staff, clean facilities, and well-maintained campgrounds. Many visitors appreciate the spacious and shaded sites, as well as the peaceful environment, especially during quieter seasons. While some reviews mention issues with restroom cleanliness and noise from nearby roads or other campers, the overall experience appears positive, highlighting the park's beautiful surroundings and family-friendly atmosphere.
What Guests Are Saying
Schwarz Park is praised for its friendly and helpful staff, clean facilities, and well-maintained campgrounds. Many visitors appreciate the spacious and shaded sites, as well as the peaceful environment, especially during quieter seasons. While some reviews mention issues with restroom cleanliness and noise from nearby roads or other campers, the overall experience appears positive, highlighting the park's beautiful surroundings and family-friendly atmosphere.
Review Summary
Carol M
VerifiedJune 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: SPAR
beautiful, clean, excellent upkeep
only one shower (per gender) for the whole campground but presented no problems
We had to leave a day early and the host was most helpful in notifying rec.gov as I could not navigate the system!
John H
VerifiedJune 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 059, Loop: SPAR
Very nice clean,large, campsites with lots to see in area
Diana H
VerifiedJune 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: SPAR
Loved the paved bike trail that goes either to Dorena Lake or Cottage Grove.
Ozlem S
VerifiedJune 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: SPAR
I love the park and nature good camping with kids . Trails are great in area.
Coleen M
VerifiedJune 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: SPAR
We were impressed with the care taken and how clean the park was. We will definitely be back.
Gabriel F
VerifiedMay 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: SPAR
(For us) very quiet campground, hardly anybody there. Big green meadows, adequate restrooms. Subtracted one start because WiFi is only available near the entrance booth. Great place to start the Covered Bridges Scenic Bike Route
Steve P
VerifiedMay 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 048, Loop: SPAR
Nancy, one of the camp hosts is the best. We had to cancel part of our reservation as our generator failed. Nancy and her husband (sorry, I can’t remember his name) called us to help find us a site with power on Memorial weekend near where it could be repaired.
We had already found a new place but it was so thoughtful of them to take the time to help.
We look forward to visit the campground again
Jay S
VerifiedMay 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 047, Loop: SPAR
Well groomed, clean and the volunteer staff is awesome!
Justin W
VerifiedNovember 12, 2021 • Stayed at: 061, Loop: SPAR
If you even talk about alcohol, the park rangers will use that as an excuse to search your campsite for anything. Our group was given a warning, which we took and did not drink anymore. Kept all drinks sealed and locked since we were hours away from home. The next night we were talking about how it sucked we couldn't drink and the rangers came in to search our camp and forced us to dump everything we had locked up and threatened to kick us out. We packed up and left the next morning. Now 3 months later, I get a violation notice in the mail and a fine for $230. Might be a good park if you have small children and want a dry weekend, but otherwise, look for someplace else
Brian B
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2021 • Stayed at: 082, Loop: SPAR
Hosts were great to let us know upon check in of other available sites we could move to before fully setting up our camp. Good amenities and location easy to bike to Cottage Grove, covered bridges, and rails-to-trails along Dorena Reservoir.
Location Schwarz Park
Address:
34909 Shoreview Drive
Cottage Grove, OR, 97424
United States
From Cottage Grove, Oregon, take Exit 174 off of Interstate 5. Travel East on Row River Road for approximately 5 miles; you will cross Row River twice. The entrance to the campground is on the left side of the road immediately after you cross Row River for the second time.
Latitude & Longitude: 43.7875 / -122.967
Elevation: 225 feet
Policies & Rules
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Alcohol is prohibited at all U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Dorena Lake lands and areas, including Schwarz Park (Campground) and lease areas. |
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Two (2) vehicles per site allowed for single sites, included with reservation fee. Four (4) vehicles per site allowed for double sites. No additional vehicles permitted, including visitor vehicles. Extra vehicle passes cannot be purchased. |
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This campground requires you to reserve 2 nights on weekends, and 3 nights on holiday weekends for single sites or double sites. |
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There is no electricity, water or sewer site hook-ups at this campground. |
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Campsite capacity is limited to eight (8) individuals for single sites and sixteen (16) individuals for double sites. No additional visitors allowed at the campsite. |
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For single sites, maximum 1 camping unit (RV,trailer,camper, etc) and 2 tents or 3 tents |
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This campground limits camping to 14 days in any 30 day window. |
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For medical equipment that will need power, please bring your own battery back-up, as campers will not be allowed to run generators during quiet hours. |
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Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information. |
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STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES. Remove plants, seeds, animals, and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicles. Clean your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. Stay on designated roads and trails, and follow local guidelines for firewood. CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that contacts water. Dispose of unwanted bait, worms, fish parts, or other organisms into the trash and not into the environment. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/rec |
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Campers must have the ability to transport their RV or Travel Trailer for the duration of their stay. Guests cannot drop off or leave unmotorized trailers if they are unable to remove them without delay. |
