Warning
GeneralThere is a large logjam several miles upstream of this campground. The logjam is just downstream from Horse Creek Bridge, and blocks the entire stream. The river is unnavigable between Horse Creek Bridge and Turner Bridge. Use caution near the river, especially in flood stage.
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About Three Bears Campground
Number of accommodations: 15
Campground Amenities
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Pet Friendly
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River Access
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (37)
What Guests Are Saying
Three Bears Campground offers a beautiful and well-maintained setting, with spacious campsites near the lovely Mallola River and access to hiking trails. Many guests appreciated the clean facilities and pleasant atmosphere, although some experienced issues with aggressive staff and noise from neighboring campers. Overall, most visitors enjoyed their stay and expressed a desire to return, highlighting the campground's charm and natural beauty despite a few drawbacks.
What Guests Are Saying
Three Bears Campground offers a beautiful and well-maintained setting, with spacious campsites near the lovely Mallola River and access to hiking trails. Many guests appreciated the clean facilities and pleasant atmosphere, although some experienced issues with aggressive staff and noise from neighboring campers. Overall, most visitors enjoyed their stay and expressed a desire to return, highlighting the campground's charm and natural beauty despite a few drawbacks.
Review Summary
Whitney S
VerifiedJuly 26, 2022 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: Camp
The qr code for first come first serve only works with a signal and there's no signal at the campground, so you have to drive 15 mins away to get signal back to be able to complete the reservation on the app, it's a huge hassle
Annalee M
VerifiedJuly 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: Camp
This is one of the least secluded camping spots in this campground. It’s right next to the most used entrance to the river and has a clear cut path to the campsite next to it so very little privacy between campsite 5 & 6. But that makes it a great campsite if you’re planning a camping trip for a big family! That’s what we did, booked both 5 & 6.
Rebecca D
VerifiedJuly 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: Camp
Campsites were too close to each other and very small. Do not recommend.
Rowyn C
VerifiedJuly 4, 2022 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: Camp
Great campsites, clean pit toilets, beautiful spot with proximity to lots of activities.
Still working out the kinks of the payment system however. If you pay on site DO NOT click through the screen with your confirmation code on the app without writing it down or it will be lost forever.
Kana T
VerifiedJune 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: Camp
It was very good campsite! There are picnic table, fire pit and fire grill!!! My site was #5
And good size for 2 tents. I guess #6 is the biggest can easily have 3 tent.
The nearest place to get firewood is 20min away so you should get fire wood first from town. The river by the camp site was so clean but it was too fast so I wouldn’t let my kids play at there.
Karen B
VerifiedMay 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: Camp
Great spot, right near the Molalla river. Our campsite (#5) was very close to the river and we could hear the water rushing all night long, it was very pleasant. I liked that there was the Hardy Creek trailhead right nearby. Though the trails weren't too challenging, there were many opportunities for native plant observation in mid-May. There was no cell service to speak of (AT&T). We were able to find firewood in town. There weren't too many other campers as it was a cloudy and rainy weekend, though folks (especially with horses) were using the trails. The vault toilets remained clean and well stocked through the weekend. At the time we visited, there was a decent amount of little flying insects, so take measures to avoid bites. All told, I would absolutely visit again.
Anonymous
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Location Three Bears Campground
Address:
Bureau Of Land Management
Salem, OR, 97306
United States
The Molalla River is located approximately 10 miles southeast of Molalla in Clackamas County. From the town of Molalla, drive east on Main St/OR 211. Veer right at the OR 211/Mathias Road intersection, follow signs for Feyrer Park. Once past Feyrer Park, cross over the Molalla River, turn right, and follow signs for Dickey Prairie Rd. Continue south on Dickey Prairie Rd, keeping the Dickey Prairie Store on your left. At 3.7 miles past the store, turn right on Molalla Forest Rd and cross Glen Avon Bridge. Continue 3 miles, Three Bears will be on your left.
Latitude & Longitude: 45.0455 / -122.489
Elevation: 217 feet
Policies & Rules
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Current fire information for the Northwest Oregon District can be found at BLM Fire Restrictions and Closures under the district specific section. |
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Vehicle parking is centralized, campsite access is walk-in and distance from parking area varies. |
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There is no cell phone service. In case of emergency go to an area where you get cell service and dial 9-1-1. There is a payphone on the east side of Glen Avon bridge. |
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Please use available dumpsters for packing out your campsite’s trash. |
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Pets are allowed but must be leashed (max. 6 feet). Please dispose all pet waste in trash receptacles. |
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Beware of wildlife. They will scavenge your campsite. It is advised to keep items secured in a container. |
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Be aware that the main S. Molalla Forest Rd is regularly used for hauling timber and forest products. |
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The Molalla recreation corridor sits between 800 and 1200 feet in elevation. |
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No horses allowed in the campground. |
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No motorized vehicles allowed outside of the central parking area. |
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Please observe posted rules and regulations. |
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Be prepared for flying and biting insects. Bring your bug spray. |
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Poison oak is in the area. Leaves of three - let it be. |
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralThere is a large logjam several miles upstream of this campground. The logjam is just downstream from Horse Creek Bridge, and blocks the entire stream. The river is unnavigable between Horse Creek Bridge and Turner Bridge. Use caution near the river, especially in flood stage.
