Fishermens Bend

North Santiam River at Fishermen's Bend Recreation Site
North Santiam River at Fishermen's Bend
firewood for sale
one of the cabins at Fishermen's Bend
trail at Fishermen's Bend

Featured amenities

River Access River Access
Fire Pit Fire Pit

About Fishermens Bend

Fishermen's Bend Recreation Site has limited day use open. No camping or dump station is available.  $5 passenger vehicle (up to 9), $10 non-commercial vans (10-19 passengers), $20 non-commercial bus (over 19 passengers), $30 Northwest Oregon District Annual Day Pass for passengers vehicles only, America the Beautiful Interagency Passes and Golden passes are also acceptable for day-use fees Cottonwoods Shelter rental $110 per day, does not include vehicle day-use fees

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 1 to Oct 6

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

River Access River Access
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Fire Pit
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
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Reviews (51)

Review Summary

4.4
51 reviews
5
68.6%
35
4
15.7%
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samantha h

August 27, 2020

2

Okay so here’s the deal. The grounds were beautiful!! Absolutely seemed to be kept clean. Hosts were really nice. However, we left two days early. The flies in the spirit we were in were absolutely horrible!! We really tried to make it work and tried to not let it get to us but at one point I counted 10 that were on my Infant son and around him plus the TONS that were swarming our picnic table and ez-up and us in general. Then we get on the subject of the bee!! Huge HUGE bee. We watched it attacking and killing all the bugs and bees under our canopy. The site we were in was rancid smelling. We pulled up and all we smelled was sewage. Again beautiful campground and wonderful hosts but some major issues with the spot we were in.

Paul P

August 28, 2020

5

Site we were in was clean and had privacy.
There are hiking trails that will take you to the river and view some awesome homes and few wading pools. Fly fishing is best on the river.
We love Fishermen's Bend & I rate it 5 stars.

Randy and Renee C

August 31, 2020

3

Verrrry friendly staff. Camp site was good. River was a little disappointing since only a few spots to enjoy it while trying to avoid covid.

Cristina C

September 1, 2020

5

Discovered this site while looking for a place to spend one evening when driving through. We loved it. Quiet and peaceful, camp hosts check the grounds and close the gates. Feels safe and clean. I’d love to come back here and start an annual trip.

Holly L

September 3, 2020

5

Well maintained and clean campsite. Beautiful space for bike riding or walking. The river current is strong so not a good place for swimming but more for dipping your feet in the little pool areas.

cindi i

September 6, 2020

5

The site was everything we wanted. Private and right on the river. The campground was well maintained and the bathrooms very clean! The kiddos loved the basketball courts & walking trails. We will be back!

Joleen F

September 8, 2020

5

We had a great time at Fishermens bend. The river is beautiful, but cold. The facilities are clean and well organized. The camp host was super helpful and kind. We enjoyed the many paved roads and trails to ride bikes on as well as the sand volleyball court and rec field. We will definitely be back.

Pam B

September 9, 2020

1

With the fires 30 miles away and smoke and ash coming down, Camp Host told me it was up to me if i wanted to stay or not. I paid $92 for my 3 nights. I was there 3 hours on 9/7 and then left. The next morning the campsite was closed. I only received a refund of $28. I think it could have been handled more professional. The campground itself has no privacy between sites and the entire park is full of dead trees and bushes. One match and that whole campground would go up. That is why i packed up and left - one ash coming from the Detroit fire and poof. I don't know if its true, but i heard Mill City burned as well as Fishermens Bend.

Barbara M

September 11, 2020

2

Due to Pine Bette prediction many trees have been fallen. Very hot and no shade.

William P

September 17, 2020

5

We can't wait for the rebuild, so sad about the fires.

Location Fishermens Bend

Address:
Fishermen's Bend Recreation Site
Mill City, OR, 97360
United States

Highway access

Fishermen's Bend is accessible via Highway 22, located approximately 1.5 miles to the east. It is also 29 miles east of Salem.

Elevation: 232 feet

Distance to downtown

1.9 mi drive to downtown Mill City (about 3 min)

Policies & Rules

General

  • Day-use only, no camping. All vehicles entering the site must pay a day-use fee including those vehicles associated with the shelter reservation.

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Last updated: August 23, 2026

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