About Poole Creek
Number of accommodations: 61
Campground Amenities
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Potable Water -
Lake Access
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (108)
What Guests Are Saying
Poole Creek Campground serves as an excellent base for exploring Crater Lake, with a peaceful family-friendly atmosphere and attentive camp hosts. Many visitors appreciate the clean facilities, spacious campsites, and beautiful views of Lemolo Lake, making it a popular destination for summer camping and water activities. However, some guests noted issues with restroom cleanliness, noise from neighboring campers, and challenges with the reservation system, indicating room for improvement in certain areas.
What Guests Are Saying
Poole Creek Campground serves as an excellent base for exploring Crater Lake, with a peaceful family-friendly atmosphere and attentive camp hosts. Many visitors appreciate the clean facilities, spacious campsites, and beautiful views of Lemolo Lake, making it a popular destination for summer camping and water activities. However, some guests noted issues with restroom cleanliness, noise from neighboring campers, and challenges with the reservation system, indicating room for improvement in certain areas.
Review Summary
Bryan C
VerifiedJuly 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: POOLE CREEK
Had a wonderful time.
Tonya M
VerifiedJuly 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: POOLE CREEK
Nice clean, quiet campground right on Lemolo Lake. Camp host was very nice and attentive. Sites are large with good distance between most spots.
Richard S
VerifiedJuly 13, 2020 • Stayed at: 057, Loop: POOLE CREEK
Spacious sites. Quiet for as many sites available. Downside was mosquitoes but that is part of the deal.
Linda C
VerifiedJune 29, 2020 • Stayed at: 036, Loop: POOLE CREEK
We had reserved the group campground for the 15th thru the 22nd, and you kicked us out at the last minute. Gave 1 weeks notice so we had to scramble to find a place to go and low and behold, Poole Creek was the only choice by reservation only. The group campground would have cost much less for the all of us and it ended up costing us each $50 bucks more. So, we all camped spread out but we still socialized and ate together. I would like to know why Kate Brown had the authority to shut down a Federal Campground.
Greg H
VerifiedJanuary 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 060, Loop: POOLE CREEK
Poole Creek is definitely our favorite campground. Lots are clean, spacious, and have some privacy, is easy walk to the lake. The bathrooms are decently kept up. The lake itself is by far, our favorite part. Boat rentals are reasonably priced, it is calm enough to tool around in our kayak, and the swimming area is deep enough to be fun, but calm and shallow enough for the family to stay for hours.
This campground still seems to be a bit of a hidden gem, as it is typically not too crowded on weekdays. This is also one of the greater appeals to us. As often as I refer it to friends (as it is our most treasured camping spot), I also secretly wish they do not come!
Rohan N
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: POOLE CREEK
Pretty great location close to Crater Lake NP. There were a decent amount of mosquitoes still around the area in August when we went, but with insect repellent they didn't bite, they were just annoying. The public bathrooms are pretty gross here but otherwise it was a good location for a one-night stay.
Robert E
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: POOLE CREEK
The campground is very clean. The camp hosts were polite and friendly. The edges of the spurs were crumbling, I assume due to the harsh winter weather, making it dangerous at times to walk in the dark. Need some fill along those 6-8 in drops for safety. Beautiful setting.
Peggy C
VerifiedDecember 18, 2019 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: POOLE CREEK
It was a very enjoyable stay. The park was clean and tidy. The Hosts were pleasant.
Location Poole Creek
Address:
2020 Toketee Ranger Station Road
Idleyld Park, OR, 97447
United States
From Roseburg, OR, travel east on OR-138 / NE Diamond Lake Boulevard for approximately 72 miles, turn left onto Forest Road 2610 (Bird's Point Road). Proceed 4 miles and turn right at the Poole Creek Campground sign. The campground is located on the west shore of Lemolo Lake. Turn right after the fee station for the group site.
Latitude & Longitude: 43.31 / -122.2
Elevation: 1285 feet
Policies & Rules
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Some individual sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservable and first-come first-serve sites are mixed throughout the campground. |
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Click here for more information about Umpqua National Forest |
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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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Extra vehicle fee $5 per vehicle per night |
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No horses or stock allowed at the group site |
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Maximum vehicle length: 35 feet |
